Siblings Sam, Elizabeth looking for another adult in their lives

In life we are provided very few situations in which we are rewarded just by walking into a room. Mentoring is one of those rare situations. Our experience has shown time and time again that your presence - just being you - has a powerful, lifelong positive impact on a child. A child's life improves the moment you demonstrate a willingness to care.

Did you know that almost 3 out of every 10 families belong to a single-parent household in Crow Wing and southern Cass counties? That leaves a lot of children, especially boys, without someone to look up to during those critical years when they are growing up to be men. Today 36 of the 51 children on our waiting list are boys who live without the guidance of men in their lives.

Sam and Elizabeth are brother and sister who live with their mom, both in need of another adult in their lives. They describe themselves as quiet and shy, but friendly, smart and happy. Their interests vary with a lot of outdoor activities, including interests in animals, horses and pets specifically.

Mentoring is simple and the most successful relationships are built around common shared activities and interests. We provide the support, structure and supervision needed to make sure everyone experiences a safe and positive relationship. You only need to be yourself - a caring adult, willing to spend time with a child who needs a role model.

Please consider helping to make a difference in Sam's or Elizabeth's life by taking the first step to becoming a Kinship Partner mentor. Call our office today at 829-4606, outside the Brainerd area call (877) 730-5437 or e-mail us at mentors@kinshippartners.org. Also visit us at www.kinshippartners.org.