Friends of the Children
A national nonprofit impacting generational change by pairing youth facing the greatest obstacles w/ a paid, professional mentor for 12+ years, no matter what. FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN COMMITS TO STANDING ALONGSIDE OUR COMMUNITY'S YOUTH AS THEY WORK TO OVERCOME BARRIERS TO THEIR SUCCESS. EACH CHILD RECEIVES 1:1 SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE FROM A SALARIED, PROFESSIONAL MENTOR (CALLED A FRIEND), FROM KINDERGARTEN THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION-12 YEARS, NO MATTER WHAT. FRIENDS WORK COLLABORATIVELY WITH HIGH-PRIORITY YOUTH AND THEIR CAREGIVERS TO SET AND ACHIEVE INDIVIDUALIZED GOALS, AS WELL AS ADVOCATE FOR THEM IN THE SCHOOL, CHILD WELFARE, HEALTHCARE, AND OTHER SYSTEMS THAT IMPACT THEM.
Founded
2023
X (Twitter)
1937
Address
Minneapolis
Home Uhoh you dont have JavaScript installed. Some parts of this site wont work without it. Better turn it on. Impacting generational change by empowering youth who are facing the greatest obstacles through relationships with professional mentors.
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What an amazing initiative! The commitment to supporting our youth for 12 years, no matter what, is truly inspiring. Together, we can help shape a brighter future! 🌟
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This program is a game changer! Empowering our youth through professional mentorship really makes a difference. Proud to support Friends of the Children and the incredible work they're doing! 💪❤️
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