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For many Kids Hope USA one-on-one relationships, students and mentors spend time in mentoring activities such as games and reading. They play games like Uno or Connect 4. Take turns reading a page in a silly voice. Color in pictures while talking about how the week is going. That hour fills up quickly with activities, …

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Nov 22 2022November 22, 2022

A Mentor’s Perspective: Beginning with Excitement (and Nerves)

Stories

Written by a Kids Hope USA mentor beginning her first year of mentoring Mentoring Day 1 It was a Wednesday. The first day that I’d meet my Kids Hope USA student. I’d been waiting for this day for a while. As someone who loves to learn and know details ahead of time, I learned …

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Aug 16 2022August 16, 2022

2022 Fall Presidential Update

Presidential Updates

Jul 27 2022July 27, 2022

Relationships as a Blessing: A Kids Hope USA Story

Stories

Written by Heather, a KHUSA parent, KHUSA former mentor and an elementary school counselor Several years ago, my church started sharing about Kids Hope USA – what it was and that we’d be going to serve in a local elementary school. I was intrigued, and during the summer before school started, I went through the …

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Jul 7 2022July 7, 2022

Q&A With a Mentor: Deb

Stories

Read about what it’s like to become a Kids Hope USA mentor. Here, long-time mentor Deb shares her experience being part of the Kids Hope USA program at her church. What inspired you to become a mentor with Kids Hope USA? I am filled with gratitude and humility that as a child and young adult, …

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Spring 2022 Kids Hope USA presidential update preview

Apr 6 2022April 6, 2022

2022 Spring Presidential Update

Presidential Updates

Sep 20 2021September 20, 2021

Why Greeting Routines Help Kids

Ideas for mentoring

Written by: Karen Mulder, Wisdom of the Wounded Do you have any established routines with your KHUSA student? Many educators find that children respond well to a routine because research tells us that consistent, positive practices can reduce anxiety. When interacting with kids, I’ve found that they really enjoy knowing what to expect, especially if the routine is fun! A Simple …

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Sep 9 2021September 9, 2021

2021 Fall Presidential Update

Presidential Updates

May 19 2021May 19, 2021

A Forever Friendship

25 Years

Written by Aidan’s mom, Jane Aidan, my bright and happy boy, began meeting with his Kids Hope USA mentor, Miss Stacie, in the fall of 1st grade. They met every Wednesday, and that day quickly became his, and my, favorite day of the week. I had a continued and overwhelming sense of peace and happiness, …

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May 4 2021May 4, 2021

Transformational Giving

25 Years

Just like so many of our Kids Hope USA students, I love spending time with the mentors I have in my life. I’ve been lucky to have incredible coaches, teachers, and leaders who have shaped my outlook and worldview – just like Kids Hope USA mentors do for their students each week. One of my mentors shared …

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