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Boys and Girls Club
Geneva, NY
"The Boys & Girls Club of Geneva is dedicated to providing places that deliver superior, outcome-driven and responsive programs and opportunities to all segments of the Geneva community. We are a financially sound organization focused not only on children but the needs of the entire community which enables us to develop and expand services at the Geneva Community Center and each Clubhouse."
Youth Assisting Youth
Toronto, ON
​"We service the City of Toronto and all communities within York Region to provide peer mentorship programs that empower young volunteer mentors who want to transform lives and make a real difference. They stand-up as role models, activity partners, friends, and help their mentees realize their full potential. Our volunteer mentors also go through their own transformations, developing leadership abilities, critical thinking skills and social skills to become outstanding professionals and members of their communities."
The Foundry
Cleveland, OH
"The Cleveland Foundry’s Row. Sail. Dream. program strives to make the Foundry’s rowing and sailing programs accessible to students by removing financial and experiential barriers to participation...Engaging youth in the sports of rowing and sailing helps to promote health and fitness; supports development of non-cognitive skills such as teamwork, communication, and perseverance; exposes students to scholarship and career opportunities; and provides access to two of our region’s most valuable natural assets: Lake Erie and the Cuyahoga River. The Row. Sail. Dream. program connects youth of all experience levels, from the novice to the serious athlete, to the resources they need to be successful in the sports of rowing and sailing, including swimming lessons and STEM education."
Friends of the Children
Boston, MA
"Our model is distinct, courageous and proven. We revolutionized the youth mentoring field by creating the first and only long-term professional mentoring program in the country. We are experts in building sustained and nurturing relationships with youth...This is at the core of what we do. Each child gets a dedicated, one-on-one Friend who listens to their hopes and dreams. Friends empower our youth to set – and achieve – their goals. Friends also create meaningful experiences that empower youth to build life skills and make healthy choices while exploring the child's diverse talents and interests."