From the Mentee's Family...

We love hearing from the families of our mentees!  While the names have been changed to protect people's privacy, the impact mentoring has had on these families is quite real.

We recently received a letter from the foster parent of a little girl in the GRIP program.  The foster parent writes,
"Ana and I played "volleyball" together on Thursday and she talked about how you visited her and how much she likes you.

Thank you for all you do. Ana needs to know she is special and important.

You make her feel that way.

Thanks again,

Thomas

 

 

Parents and guardians have to re-sign permission forms for mentees every year.  In addition to signing the form, one parent from Ames sent this note:

“Trevor and Alec have gained so much from the GRIP program and would love to continue having mentors! As a single mother, I appreciate the time and energy these young men are willing to pour into my sons each week, in addition to their already busy lives and other commitments. My appreciation runs very deep and the relationships my sons have gained from the GRIP program are shaping them and their future!“

-Joan

 

A parent from Boone included this note:

My son really enjoys being wit his mentor.  I am so glad he can be part of the program!

- Olivia

 

Mentoring not only impacts the child, but the entire family!