Ready to Help Other Kids?
Refer an Adult to become a Mentor
DURATION
Less than 30 MinutesWHERE
In Your Community
WHEN
Throughout the yearWHOSE HELP IS REQUIRED
AdultHOW IT MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Through this friendship, the children have an advocate who can offer guidance and give them the individualized attention they need.
DESCRIPTION
You might know an incredible adult human who is ALSO a great fit to be a mentor. This mentor would connect with a child between the ages of 7-17 who has a parent/guardian or sibling who has passed away from cancer, is going through cancer, or is in remission from cancer.
ITEMS NEEDED
The qualities and attributes of your mentor ideally include:
- 22+ years old
- Loves working with kids
- Has been impacted by cancer – either witnessing a loved one’s battle or is a cancer survivor
- Background check
– LiveScan fingerprinting
– TB Test - Willing to commit 6-8 hours monthly for at least one year.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
NEXT STEPS
Talk with your 'amazing adult' about becoming a mentor. You can review the overview of the program here. If your candidate is interested, they will complete an in-take form which also asks for their interests so that we can make a good match. Any questions, please reach out to us!