"The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit." - Nelson Henderson
One-to-One Mentoring
In 2010, 50 new partnerships were matched and a total of 132 partnerships were active. There is a strong return on investment when it comes to mentoring. It costs the Partners Program $1,700 per year for each partnership served. However, the return on the benefit is $7,426 per child based on reductions in crime, truancy, and substance abuse and enhancements in school achievement and future lifetime earnings for the child. (From Social Return on Investment in Youth Mentoring Programs, University of Minnesota, 2007).
The Purpose of the mentoring program:
• Provide positive adult role model to youth
• Establish communication, trust and respect
• Raise the child’s self esteem and outlook on life
The Partners Organization Provides:
• Staff support and monthly contact
• Free or low cost activities and life skills workshops two times a month
• Senior Partner training
• Monthly newsletters
The task of an adult mentor, (16 years of age and older) is not an easy one but 3 hours of volunteering a week could mean a lifetime of difference to a child in need of guidance. The first step in becoming a Partners Mentor is basically effortless. Simply attend a Partners’ sponsored orientation, which is noncommittal. During this session, it can be determined if the program will work for you.
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