Walking together in 1 on 1 mentoring relationships
For more than 25 years, Kids Hope USA mentors have walked alongside thousands of children in 1 on 1 relationships during some of the most significant years of their young lives. Each week, since 1995, mentors and students develop life-changing friendships one hour at a time.
Stories from 25 Years
A Forever Friendship
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 …
Transformational Giving
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 …
Virtually Anywhere
“Could you help me find a mentor for my son Miles?” Jane asked. She had heard about Kids Hope USA from a friend whose son …
Lessons I’ve Learned as a Kids Hope Mentor
Written by Pastor Greg Rensberry, Pastor, Mapleview Free Methodist Church, Niles, MI I started mentoring Cody* at the start of his kindergarten year. From the …
Pray Always
Contributed by: Anne Broaddus, Director Columbus Avenue Baptist Church, Waco, Texas Davina Pennington, Regional Director, South and Southwest, Kids Hope USA In 2009 our principal …
Committing to Friendship
Written by Kara Nguyen, Kids Hope USA Director of Development and Kari McLennan, Kids Hope USA Program Support Specialist For 17 years, Mr. Gary has …
The Joy of Giving
Christmas reminds us that gifts come in all shapes and sizes, and the monetary value or usefulness of a gift is far less meaningful than …
Into a Brighter Future
Jan and Evelyn have walked together on an unexpected journey of friendship for more than 7 years! They met when Evelyn was a 4th grader at …
You’ve Got a Friend in Me
Jacob & Skylar-Jay became friends three years ago; Skylar-Jay was starting kindergarten and Jacob was leaning into a pull from God to serve as a …
Wednesdays Are My Favorite
“I can’t read! You know that, Kara.” my 1st grade friend shared with me. “I know you can do it – I believe in you. …
Making Time to Make a Difference
“A person can always make time to make a difference.” That’s what Roger DeFeyter said 25 years ago when he met his first Kids Hope USA …