Our mission is to enhance the lives of children who have disabilities and special needs and the high school athletes who mentor them.

IMPACTING LIVES

one mentorship at a time

Photo collage of mentors with their mentees

We believe that modeling acceptance, inclusion, and respect of all individuals transforms and strengthens our communities.

Impact Stories

Every month we highlight our mentors' and buddies' stories of kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.

WE GROW EVERY YEAR

ATHLETES FOR KIDS BY THE NUMBERS

Buddies and Mentors
Since 2002
Buddies and Mentors
Currently Active
Total Mentoring Hours
Completed in 2023
High School Chapters
in Washington

OUR VALUES

EVERY CHILD SHOULD EXPERIENCE THE GIFT OF FRIENDSHIP

NHS Mentor Breanna - Cropped

Mentoring Children

Athletes For Kids serves children in 1st through 12th grade who have a recognized disability or special need. We carefully match each child with a qualified student athlete who commits to mentoring a child for one to three years.

New mentor training

Youth Development

Our goal is to assist mentors in developing strong values and character so they become leaders, role models, game-changers, and effective contributors to society. We do this by providing an intensive new mentor training, followed by monthly meetings where they receive ongoing training and support.

Tree lot mentors

Community Engagement

Athletes For Kids provides opportunities for youth and adult members of the community to participate in, volunteer at, or attend safe and inclusive local events. Our goal is to foster healthy communities, where acceptance and inclusion of youth with all abilities is a priority.

OUR COMMITMENT TO QUALITY AND PROGRAM BEST PRACTICES

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