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21 people are interested
Be a Mentor and a Friend to a Child Who Needs You
ORGANIZATION: Boys and Girls Club of Benton County - McKinney Unit
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21 people are interested
You will become a mentor to a youth who is in grade 5 through 8 and who is at risk for not graduating from high school. Mentors will meet with their mentee at least one-hour a week for up-to three years. The goal of the program is to help youth recognize their academic potential.
More opportunities with Boys and Girls Club of Benton County - McKinney Unit
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About Boys and Girls Club of Benton County - McKinney Unit
Location:
2801 N. Walker, PO Box 448 (mailing), Bentonville, AR 72712, US
Mission Statement
The Boys & Girls Club of Benton County enables and inspires youth to reach their full potential in a safe and nurturing enivronment.
Description
Incorporated in July of 1991, the Boys and Girls Club of Benton County is governed by 24 volunteer directors. In addition to their personal financial contributions to the Club, board takes an active role in Club programs. We operate 4 facilities providing school-age kids a safe and positive place in After School and Summer youth development programs. Many youth spend as much as four to five hours at the Club in after school programs and youth often spend the entire day at the Club in summer programs. The Club sponsors athletic programs for youth in volleyball, basketball, volleyball and cheerleading; 22 unique special development programs with over 3,500 kids attending; and hundreds of families provided support in 7 unique family support programs. Much like the area in which we are located, the Club has experienced tremendous growth in numbers and diversity over the past five years.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2801 N. WalkerBentonville, AR 72712
DATE POSTED
May 5, 2016
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 19
- Orientation or Training
- 1-2 hours per week
- Caring and responsible adult