Kids-N-Kinship

156 youth were served either through a mentor relationship or through services while on the wait list. 20 youth were newly matched youth with mentors. We have over 100 mentors who are matched with youth. Youth ages 5-16 in dakota county area were provided with screened and trained mentors. Seasonal activities were offered; ice fishing, 5k, cap streefland and an apple orchard outing. Tickets for kids provided many outside recreational options for our matches. Result 1: 94% of the youth are reducing their experience of isolation through consistent visits with their volunteer with whom they are learning new skills, physical activities, and hobbies. Result 2: 93% of the youth have established a positive relationship with their adult mentor. The impact we are having is that we are building youth's skills in how they act in society and interact within relationships. We are impacting their lifelong learning and self-esteem and providing opportunities to the community to engage with youth in a positive way. Result 3: 95% reported no serious incidences or behavior during the time they were matched with a mentor or a reduction of risky behavior.