My experience with College Mentors for Kids

This is my second year working with College Mentors for kids here at UNC Charlotte. It has been an amazing opportunity to work alongside little buddies and watch them explore potential pathways for their futures. College Mentors for Kids is an innovative non-profit organization that brings elementary school kids to college campuses once a week and matches them one-on-one with college student mentors. This year, I have a personal goal to fundraise $200 so that my little buddy Caleb can continue to come to campus each week for activities and I would really appreciate your help to help me achieve my goal.

Why College Mentors?

Did you know that mentoring transforms lives? Research shows that kids with mentors view themselves and their futures more positively than those without mentors. Not only do they view themselves in a more confident light, but they also achieve more positive outcomes in school, the workplace, and their communities. We all know that growing up is challenging, but, with a mentor, it’s a little easier. And that’s exactly why I’ve chosen to be volunteer with College Mentors.

College Mentors for Kids connects kids to college students through weekly on-campus activities that inspire growth, confidence, and brighter futures.

I enjoy volunteering because I get to spend time with my little buddy each week and participate in fun activities together with other mentors and buddies. I also enjoy learning alongside my buddy about careers, culture and diversity, and community service. Not only do we like exploring our world together, but my little buddy helps me grow as a person too. This program helps me to give back to my community, and I'm learning important leadership skills in the meantime.

I can't do all of this without your help, though. Please consider making a gift to help me meet my fundraising goal! Your contribution will allow us to continue this program on our campus so that we can spread the powering of mentoring.

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My Supporters

  • Dru Holdren November 2022 $5.25
  • Ekhy M November 2022 $52.50
  • Anonymous November 2022
  • Jordane Richardson November 2022 $31.50
  • Ekhy M November 2022 $52.50
  • Jordane Richardson November 2022 $31.50
  • Dru Holdren November 2022 $5.25

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