ECHS Mentor Bret has gained so much from the mentorship with his buddy. The most significant thing I have gained from my relationship with my buddy is a new perspective on the relationships I can build within my community. Prior to becoming a mentor for AFK, I was unaware that my buddy lived just down […]
When I was approached by an Athletes for Kids representative, I was ecstatic about the thought of having an impact on someone and mentoring them throughout life. I had expected that I would be able to help my buddy with day-to-day issues and be there for him; however, I never anticipated the tremendous impact he
When I first got matched with my buddy, I had no idea what to expect. I was nervous that I wouldn’t connect with him or that he may not be interested in having me around. I came to find out that was a misconception. From the day I first met him he has been full
Around a year ago, I got the email that I would be matched with a 10-year-old buddy. I was excited to begin, but that feeling did not come without nervousness…
When my buddy and I first started spending time together, we played Monopoly every week. Now don’t get me wrong, Monopoly is a great game, but it is one we are all very familiar with. What I hope I have done for my buddy, and what I know she has done for me, is expand