Mentoring Programs

Supportive Mentoring for Local Youth

Who was there for you?

Was there a teacher or coach that took extra time and you knew was invested in your success?

Did you have an aunt, uncle, or grandparent that just “got” you more than anyone else?

It doesn’t take a superhero to make a difference in a child’s life! You can be that person!

Mentoring a child through our Mentoring Programs is fun and rewarding for children and adults. Mentoring creates a special bond and can help build self-esteem, develop strong values, and provide a fun, nurturing environment.

To become a MENTOR go to: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NewOppMENTOR

Mentoring Program Options

Community-based Mentoring Program:

For individuals aged 5-18 years living in Audubon, Carroll, Sac, Greene and Guthrie County
4 hours per month
Program Brochure

East Sac County After School Program:

For East Sac County K – 8^thgraders
3:30-5:00pm every other Wednesday
Located at East Sac Elementary Center
Program Flyer

Tiger Mentoring Program:

For Carroll Community School District – Middle School Students
2 hours per month (30 minutes once per week) during the school day
Located at the Carroll Middle School Tiger Mentoring Room
Program Flyer

Benefits*

Youth who participate in a good mentoring program are:

Less likely to start using drugs
Less likely to start using alcohol
Less likely to skip a day of school
Less likely to hit someone
Less likely to lie to their parents
More likely to have better self esteem
More confident in their schoolwork
More trusting of adults

Would you like your child to have another adult they can trust, talk with, and count on?

There are no requirements for eligibility to become involved in our Mentoring Programs!

Mentoring is not for a certain “type” of child.

Mentoring is for EVERYONE!

Applying for a Mentoring Program is easy!

To have your child become a MENTEE go to: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NewOppMENTEE

Questions?

Mentoring Coordinator:

Ann Willison

Phone: 712-792-9266

Email: awillison@newopp.org