Amachi Mentoring
Meet Kim…
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She loves to cook and wants to be a baker when she grows up.
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She loves to read, and enjoys school.
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She thinks her little brother is gross.
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She sad that her Mom is crying because her big brother and his friend next door were arrested.
“Amachi” is a Nigerian Ibo word that means, “Who knows what God has brought us through this child.”
Kim is fictitious but represents thousands of kids in Central and Southern Iowa who are impacted every day by incarceration whether it is where they live, family members who are locked-up, or perhaps they have been incarcerated themselves.
It places our children and youth at risk, but yet they are so full of hope and promise! Who knows what God has brought us through these children. Perhaps a doctor, pastor, teacher, police officer, Senator, evangelist or a future President. Maybe even a celebrity chef! Data shows that all kids benefit from the support of non-parental adults investing in the lives of kids. Data shows that kids are helped through mentoring by reducing their first-time drug and alcohol use, improving their relationships and academic performance, and reducing the likelihood that they will initiate violence. In addition, mentoring programs can provide these children with opportunities to develop a trusting relationship with a supportive, caring adult and a stable environment that can promote healthy values and strong families.
Kids like Kim need a trust friend and guide. They need a mentor who will share life with them on a one-to-one basis. You can make a difference! Learn how you can make a difference in one young life here. Perhaps you know a child who could benefit from a mentor you can let us know here.
If you have any questions or are interested in Amachi Mentoring please call (866) 620-9037 or email us using the form below.
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