Seeking Mentors for Fall 2010!

 

You can make a difference in the life of a child by investing less than two hours a week as a mentor.  Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston is seeking dedicated individuals to serve as mentors in our Clubs.  The program links youth who need it most with trained adult mentors, focusing heavily on relationship building and academics.  It also aims to provide a pathway to success for youth who reside in high-risk neighborhoods and are, as a result, a high-risk population themselves.

 

Research shows that the largest predictor of a child's future success is the presence of at least one caring, non-parent adult in their life.  Formal one-on-one mentoring relationships can reduce the incidence of delinquency, substance use, academic failure, and engagement in other risky behaviors. Studies further indicate that formal youth mentoring programs can promote positive outcomes, such as improved self-esteem, social skills, and career development. (Source: Mass Mentoring Partnership and BGCB websites)

 

Have a lasting impact on a child who needs you!  Training and supervision provided through Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston.  A minimum commitment of 1.5 hours per week is required to participate.  Please contact Leah Reich, BGCB’s Director of Program Development, at 617-994-4735 or lreich@bgcb.org for further details.