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Ways to Get Involved

The Buddy Program offers four different Mentoring Programs:

  • Community Mentoring: Big and Little Buddies spend time together, meeting in the community at the discretion of the mentor and mentee.
  • School-based Mentoring: Big and Little Buddies meet weekly at the youth’s school. This program is only site-based and takes place during the school year.
  • Peer-to-Peer Mentoring: High school youth serve as mentors for younger students. This program is only site-based and takes place during the school year.
  • Experiential Group Mentoring: Adults volunteer as counselors in our various Experiential Group Mentoring programs: Hut Trips, Latino Youth Camp and D.R.E.A.M. Day Camp.

Characteristics of Successful Big Buddies and Volunteers

  • Commitment / Consistency
  • Flexibility
  • Open-mindedness
  • Good listening skills
  • Ability to cope with challenging issues
  • Ability to set boundaries
  • Sense of humor
  • Confidence / Maturity
  • Desire to have fun and to MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Benefits

  • Opportunity to make a difference in a child’s life
  • Become involved in the community on a higher-level
  • Free Group Activities with your Little Buddy
  • Discount Card providing significant discounts at over 30 local businesses

Time Commitment

  • Meet 3 to 4 times a month, for a minimum of one year. (Community Program)
  • Meet weekly, for a minimum of one school year. (School-based Programs)

Necessary Qualifications

  • Local resident for one year or more; ability & interest to work with youth in need
  • Ability to keep commitment and consistent contact for a minimum of one year
  • No illegal drug use