“Then He said to his disciples. The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few.”

~Matthew 9:37

What are Bridge Teams? Bridge teams are made up of volunteers

from local churches and organizations that desire to start their own mentoring ministry. MentorKids KY trains, oversees, helps match children with their mentors, and supplies background checks for all volunteers.

What is our Mother’s Ministry?

This is our attempt to help our mothers find encouragement and friendships with others who have gone through similar expe-riences in childrearing. MentorMoms is one part of this attempt. Our single moms are asking for a Mentor too. We need mothers to step up and offer friendship and support to our single mothers. All mothers are able to help in such a way, so please contact us if you are interested.

Become a Christian Mentor

You can make a real contribution to the next generation.

There are real needs for kids out there that are without a father or mother. Mentoring steps into their lives and gives them an instant friend and support base. So many kids don’t have someone to do something as simple as playing catch. Mentors reach out and throw the ball, and the relationships that begin are amazing.

There is cycle of fatherless homes sweeping across America and Daviess County is experiencing the same. In a 2007 report there were 5,480 single parent households in Daviess County. This produces an estimate of close to 11,000 children without both parents.

The results of fatherless homes are effecting generations of children and a mentor in the life a child is one thing that is making a difference. Mentoring matters; join us and make a difference!

Stay connected with MentorKids KY

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Stop by and see us:2815 VEACH ROAD

OWENSBORO, KY 42303

270-926-6893Fax: 270-926-3783

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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Why does MentorKids KY exist?

We exist to love at-risk children, by providing Christian adult volunteers, of character and vision, to become their role models and companions.

What is an at-risk child?

An at-risk child is one that comesfrom a single parent household, or other non-traditional homes. They range in age from 6-14 years old and reside in Daviess County.

How much time is required to mentor?

The time commitment can vary between each mentor, but wetypically ask for a 1 hour a weekcommitment. Hours could range from 2-4 hours bi-weekly, or a minimum of 4 hours a month.

Is training available?

Yes! MentorKids KY provides excellent training for all new volunteers to ensure the best experience for mentor, youth and parent. Whether it is getting started or dealing with certain issues you may face as a mentor, the training is designed to help you become a strong Christian mentor. In addition, our Mentor Coordinators are always a phone call away and supervise each match on a monthly basis.

JOIN US IN MAKINGA DIFFERENCE

MENTORKIDS KY HAS A PROVEN RECORD OF HELPING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES FIND A FUTURE AND HOPE!What are mothers saying?

One mother of a mentee said, “Since having a mentor my son is much calmer, it’s like having my son back.”

“He used to be failing in school, but now he is an A-B student with a few C’s.”

What are children asking for?

“I would like to go fishing, hunting,or anything outdoors.”

“I would like to go for ice cream and to the park.”

“I would like to play cars and things.”

Fatherless homes produce results:

90% of all homeless and runaways...85% of children with behavior

disorders...85% of youths sitting in prisons...75% youth patients in chemical

abuse centers...71% of high school dropouts...

63% of youth suicides...

. . . Are from Fatherless homes

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