The experiences I’ve had as a mentor with Athletes for Kids have been very impactful. The ability to build a genuine friendship with my buddy, and their family, is an aspect of mentoring I truly enjoy. While it did take time for our friendship to grow stronger, that process is something I came to value. […]
Here are 3 fun art activities you can do with your buddy this summer. 1. Create fun water sponge balls Cut a few colorful sponges into strips and you have a fun water sponge ball! Soak it in water and throw it around by the pool, what a fun and useful summer craft. This is
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When I discovered Athletes for Kids during my junior year I immediately applied. My younger cousin was on the spectrum, and I knew the program would give me the opportunity to build the amazing friendship I had built with him, with someone new. After going through the interview process I was matched with my buddy,
I joined Athletes for Kids right before my junior year and I have been meeting with my buddy well over a year now. I always look forward to our weekly visits at his house, where we usually play board games, walk/bike through his neighborhood or just talk about what is going on in our lives.
Impact Story – Eastlake High School mentor Kaylia speaks on her experiences mentoring as a part of the program.
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