I first met my buddy in the summer between my freshman and sophomore year of high school. Looking back, I didn’t fully know what to expect from an AFK mentorship, but I quickly realized how much I would enjoy the time we spent together. Since then, we’ve gone to the program’s events side by side,
Being a mentor has been one of the best decisions I’ve made. My buddy has been like a little brother to me and has taught me how to be a better person in many ways, like through patience and understanding. He’s also taught me many new slang words and memes. My favorite memory is playing
My time with my buddy has been some of the most fun I’ve ever had. The joy and fulfillment that I get from hanging out and mentoring him is unmatched. Whether we are at a mentor-buddy event or just chilling at his house, we always have fun and feel great by the time we’re done.
I have been my buddy’s mentor for almost a year now, and I could not be more grateful for the relationship we have made. From going on hikes to playing with Nerf guns to creating battles with LEGO minifigures, my buddy and I will always have a blast when we are together. Whenever I have
I have been a part of Athletes for Kids for about a year and a half, starting my sophomore year. My siblings had all been a part of it and had told me all about the countless happy memories they had shared with their mentees. I really wanted to join in hopes of making a