YMCA Teens In Action Mentors Matter Program

Mentors Matter is a program designed for adults to partner up with kids and provide them with decision making skills to help guide their future.  Kids need positive adult role models that exhibit responsible behavior and who are willing to make a positive difference in thier lives.

Why You? We have all said to ourselves, "If I knew then what I know now...". You now have the opportunity to share your unique wisdom with someone who needs to hear it. Your help can make a difference!

Why Mentoring? All kids, regardless of their background, need to develop certain assets to become confident, self-reliant adults. You have the opportunity to reinforce the importance of time management, personal responsibility, work habits and having a positive outlook to help guide a teen's future.

Why Golf? Golf provides the mentors an opportunity to teach the teens about more than just the sport, but about life! It provides opportunities to talk about things such as etiquette, interpersonal communication, responsibility, respect and independence. The great thing about Mentors Matter is that you don't have to be a golfer!  It's all about your interest in the teens and the program, not about your level of golf experience.

This golf mentoring program is just one part of a summer-long YMCA Teens in Action program. Youth ages 12-15 participate in a variety of activities throughout the summer, including community service projects, leadership development sessions and more.

What is the Program Commitment? 1) Mentors Matter Summer "Tee-off" on June 12th from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 2) Attend a minimum of eight sessions, including lunch and golf. Mentors Matter Program Dates:           Tuesdays: June 12, June 19, June 26, July 3, July 10, July 17, July 24 and July 31           Thursdays: June 14, June 21, June 28, July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26 and Aug. 2 All sessions occur from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Location: Tuesdays at Community Golf Course and Thursdays at Kittyhawk Golf Course 3) Participate in the Celebration and Golf tournament on Thursday, August 2nd from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

For more information, or to volunteer for this program, please call or email
Jennifer Mueller at 937.223.5201 ext. 1023