The bottom line is that mentoring works. BEST Kids Mentoring Program is guided by the belief that all children are talented. Through our one-on-one volunteer mentoring, extensive training, staff support, and experiential learning-based Peer Groups, we encourage our youth to discover and develop their unique skills and abilities. Beginning with children as young as six and continuing, as needed, until adulthood, BEST Kids works to enable youth to develop a positive sense of self, to acquire teamwork and group social skills, and to become productive members of society.

The Power of a Match

​As we reflect on 2018 and all of our program’s successes, we are constantly reminded of the common denominator — consistent, caring adults. Throughout all of our lives, our positive, stable relationships have helped each of us achieve our goals. Through our youth’s stories, we are reminded just how impactful our mentoring matches are. Our matches are supported not only through our program staff, but also through your generosity.

​We are pleased to announce that thanks to the generousity of a BEST Kids supporter, every single dollar donated to BEST Kids through December 31st (up to $25,000) will be matched. Simply put, every donation given to BEST Kids through the end of 2018 will be doubled in value and in impact. 

Any contribution – no matter how big or small – will go a long way toward our growth and our long-term vision. As always, our vision at BEST Kids is to be a gold standard mentoring organization, providing every child in foster care with at least one stable and long-lasting relationship with a positive adult. We thank you for contributing to BEST Kids and helping us to continue supporting our youth to help them face challenges, navigate transitions, and to help them achieve their dreams.  

​Help us reach our goal of raising over $50,000 by making a donation today.
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Our Impact

Every aspect of our programming is designed to reach positive outcomes for the children and youth we serve including academic achievement, social and emotional well-being, the avoidance of risky behaviors, and the development of independent living skills. Here are a few statistics from our program surveys completed by youth, mentors, and caregivers:

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Our Stories

Brett & T

Brett and T were able to build a strong bond by discovering mutual interests with one another. They used these common interests as an outlet for fun and as the foundation of a strong, long-lasting relationship that has seen T through many transitions and difficulties.

Lyle & Michael

Michael is the very first mentee to be matched at BEST Kids. Although he has seen many ups and downs over the years, he's always had his mentor Lyle at his side. After spending his entire life in foster care, Michael has now aged-out; however, he still can depend on Lyle to navigate early adulthood and self-sufficiency. 

Whitney & David

Whitney was a former foster youth herself who made a point to give back to her community through mentoring. She's been matched as David's mentor since 2014. Together, they've experienced tons of fun and a tremendous amount of growth.