Best Friends Mentoring Program
February 14, 2011
Presently administers matches between about 200 kids and their mentors. Approaches the growing problem of 'at risk' children in a very efficient, comprehensive manner. Has a very good 'brand' within the community.
The Great!
I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
My daughter was a mentor 15 years ago. She still has some contact 15 years later. It does make a positive difference - both for the child and for the mentor. I saw the positive effect on my daughter.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Figure out how to make the funding for it stable and predictable - so that more focus could be on the program itself.
MY ROLE:
Board Member & Helped with fundraising and planning. Donated personally.