At the heart of the AFK mentorship program are stories. Stories of kindness, acceptance and inclusion. Of mentors, buddies and of their friendship—which has a lifetime impact.
Jonah and Buddy
Growth comes in many forms, mine came through my mentorship. My buddy is one of the most positive, genuine, and […]
Abhi and Buddy
I’ve loved spending these last few years with my buddy. He’s an incredibly talented, funny, and loving person who has been […]
Owen and Buddy
The experiences I’ve had as a mentor with Athletes for Kids have been very impactful. The ability to build a […]
Gabe and Buddy
When I discovered Athletes for Kids during my junior year I immediately applied. My younger cousin was on the spectrum, […]
Marcelo and Buddy
I joined Athletes for Kids right before my junior year and I have been meeting with my buddy well over […]
Kaylia and Buddy
I have been matched with my buddy for more than a year, and I have really enjoyed all the time […]
Ben and Buddy
I have been a part of Athletes for Kids since September of last year and meeting with my buddy is […]
Noah and Buddy
Hanging out with my buddy is one of, if not my favorite part of my week. We love building Hot […]
Spencer and Buddy
I have been matched with my buddy for over a year now. It’s been amazing to be able to see […]
Ethan K and Buddy
“Joining the Athletes for Kids program has exponentially increased my character development through the last three years of my life […]