This year is sure to be full of laughs, learnings, challenges, and unknowns. Kids Hope USA mentors have the unique opportunity to meet their student in the middle of it and help guide them through. Before mentors and students begin to engage on a deeper level, they first need to break the ice! What are […]
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Ever wonder what children could benefit from a mentor? Are there certain requirements for a student to receive one? No! In fact, we believe that every child can benefit from a mentor. That being said, when schools select students to have a Kids Hope USA mentor in their lives, they tend to identify students
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Every week across the country, thousands of mentors walk into schools to spend an hour with a student. What often goes unseen is everything that happened before the first mentoring hour between a student and their mentor. Behind every match is a community of people working together to make that relationship possible. It Starts with a
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During the mentoring hour, there are many ways that you and your student can spend your time together. While students often choose the activities, you can come prepared with fun ideas that your student might be interested in. It’s important to recognize that the mentoring hour is not a tutoring hour. This slice of time is for relationship building, conversation, and enjoying each other’s company!
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By Karen Pearson, Ph.D., former president of Kids Hope USA Serving as a mentor through Kids Hope USA has been one of the most meaningful commitments of my life. Being president of Kids Hope USA for nearly 7 years was an honor and a challenge certainly, but it’s extra special that I made time to serve as a mentor though a local church just like thousands of other volunteers across the country! Mentoring through a Kids Hope program is a decision to faithfully show up at the school to meet with one
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A new year is the best time to reset and refresh your habits. When it comes to mentoring, it’s important to consider resetting as well. There is no better time to think of some new habits to incorporate or old habits that need to change! Let’s dive into these tangible ideas to reset your mentoring hour. Make Sure that Your Student Has a “Choice Moment” Students are
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Read three Kids Hope USA stories and discover the transformative moments that take place in one-on-one mentoring relationships. You know the kind of story that makes you pause and think, I want to be part of something like that? We hear those stories all the time at Kids Hope USA. As a nonprofit mentoring organization,
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Starting something new can feel exciting – and a little daunting. Whether you are mentoring for the first time or meeting with a new student this year, a little preparation can go a long way. Here are four simple ways to set yourself up for a great year together. Start Simple Every child needs someone
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In our fast-paced, tech-savvy culture, the value of genuine human connection has never been more vital. Technology offers education, life-saving solutions, and opportunities for long-distance connection – but it can’t replace the power of face-to-face connection. Especially for children and young people. Meaningful, in-person relationships can have a lifelong impact. Let’s unpack the reasons for
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Living in a community without giving back is like enjoying a garden without watering it – eventually the growth stops, and the beauty fades. Across the country, there are countless ways to make a difference, from financial contributions to the invaluable gift of your time and talents. One tangible way to impact your community is
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