Mentoring
Mentoring programs are available in the following counties:
Allamakee
Howard
Fayette
Winneshiek
Be a friend. Become a mentor.
Mentoring Programs are designed for Youth ages 5-16. All mentors are screened.
What is Mentoring All About
- Connecting youth with adults
- Building friendships
- Developing healthy relationships
- Being a role model
- Making a difference
Mentoring . . .
- connects youth with caring adults who can help them aspire, achieve, and develop to their fullest potential.
- gives youth the opportunity to establish a healthy and appropriate relationship with an adult.
- provides adults opportunities to do a variety of fun and recreational activities with youth.
Mentors (17 & older)
- Must be 17 years old or over
- Able to share 4 to 5 hours per month with a youth
- Enjoy playing, laughing, and communicating with a youth
- Believing the value of investing in your community's future
- Desire to make a difference in a youth's life
- Families and/or couples are encouraged to be mentors
Mentees (ages 5-16)
- Wish to spend time with a caring adult
- Enjoy having fun
- Like doing a variety of activities in the community
Suggested Activities
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Bowling
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Walking
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Fishing
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Picnics
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Reading
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Sledding
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Swimming
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Biking
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Skiing
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Roller-skating at rink
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Attending a play or movie
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Ice Skating
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Playing basketball
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Going to the library
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Playing miniature golf
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Baking cookies
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Enjoying a park or museum
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Golfing
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Being a Mentor. . .
". . . gives me an excuse to act like a kid again and laugh."
". . . keeps me young!"
". . . helps me realize how lucky I am."
What I Like About Having a Mentor. . .
". . . is spending time with her makes me not think about the bad things in my life."
". . . it gives me courage and strength to face the day."
". . . my mentor likes the same things that I like. It's fun!"
Kids' Bios (names have been changed)
- My Name is Evan and I live in Decorah with my family. I love swimming, biking, going to sporting events, and having fun. I am 12 years old. I would like either a guy or gal to be my mentor.
- Hello! This is Kyle. I am 10 years old and live in Calmar. I like acting, soccer, being out in nature, fishing, four wheeling, and walking. I want to get a job and go to acting college when I grow up.
- Hi! I'm Betty and I'm 9 years old. I want to be a vet when I grow up. I enjoy horseback riding, movies, shopping, painting, and scrapbooking. I live in Harpers Ferry with my family.
- Hi! This is Karl and I am 5 years old and live in Cresco. I enjoy fishing, building things, swimming, going to movies, and 4-wheeling. When I am older I want to be a farmer. I live with my mom, sisters, and brother. Mom wants me to have a friend who is a caring person.
- Hi! I'm Tommy and I'm 11 years old. I like playing football, fishing, dirt bike/motorcycle riding, shooting hoops, and bowling. I live in Waukon with my mom.
- Hello there! This is Carl. I am 5 years old. I like to roller
skate,swim, fish, go sledding, and ride my bike. I like
going to the parkand eating pizza. Come play with me.
How Can I Help or Get Involved?
- Become a mentor
- Request a mentor
- Serve on an advisory committee
- Donate funds for program activities
- Families can become mentors allowing each family
member to be a part of the youth's mentoring experience
Contact the Following Programs for Your County:
- Building Bridges Through Mentoring
- Winneshiek County: 563.387.1720, ext. 108
- MY Club
- Howard County: 563.387.1720, ext. 108
- Allamakee Mentoring Program
- Allamakee County: 563.387.1720, ext.108
- Valley Mentoring Program
- Valley School District: 563.423.5171
Links:
Serving:
Allamakee | Howard | Winneshiek | Fayette
All mentors are screened to determine appropriateness for the program.
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