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.
Ethan K and Buddy
“Joining the Athletes for Kids program has exponentially increased my character development through the last three years of my life […]
Ethan and Buddy
“I couldn’t help but feel a little nervous the first time I met my buddy. These feelings were quickly washed […]
Rylan and Buddy
This past year and a half have been an incredible experience. I cherish every moment I get to spend with […]
David and Buddy
It is crazy to me how I have been matched with my buddy for almost two years, the time flew […]
Chat and Buddy
I have been matched with my buddy for nearly a year now and I can’t remember a time when I didn’t […]
Hunter and Buddy
I have been matched with my buddy for almost three years now. As much of an impact I have had […]
Jack and Buddy
My mentorship with my buddy has been amazing. We got matched before quarantine, so we were able to hang out […]
Kate and Buddy
My mentorship has been atypical, but it has been amazing. I was matched with my buddy during the pandemic, so […]
Morgan and Buddy
“I am very grateful for my buddy and our friendship. I always look forward to spending time with her and […]
Sophie and Buddy
“Each week I look forward to spending time with my buddy. Although we could only see each other through a […]