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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island, along with Providence Alphas, has launched the Little Brotherhood program aimed at mentoring boys aged 11 to 14. The initiative kickstarted with a flag football game and will include group sessions to promote healthy choices and peer connections. This effort is inspired by local influencer Tropicana Danny, emphasizing community mentorship. Additionally, Mentor Rhode Island held its 15th annual fundraising event, raising significant funds to support its mentorship programs, underscoring the collective commitment to empower youth in the region.
Providence, Rhode Island – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island (BBBSRI) and Providence Alphas have introduced a new mentoring initiative called the Little Brotherhood. This program aims to provide mentorship to boys aged 11 to 14 through bi-monthly group sessions. These sessions will include interactive activities, discussions on healthy choices, and opportunities for connections between peers and mentors.
The official kickoff for the Little Brotherhood was marked by a flag football game held at Donigian Memorial Park. This initiative is inspired by the local influencer known as Tropicana Danny, who has made significant contributions to mentorship and youth empowerment initiatives in the community.
Individuals interested in volunteering their time for the Little Brotherhood can reach out via email at mentoring@bigsri.org. This program emphasizes the importance of mentorship and aims to cultivate positive relationships among young boys, fostering a supportive environment for growth and development.
In a related effort to promote mentorship in the state, Mentor Rhode Island celebrated its 15th annual Dancing with the Stars of Mentoring event, raising over $102,000 to support its mentoring programs. The event, which attracted around 400 attendees, was held at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet in Cranston, featuring a dinner and silent auction as part of its fundraising activities.
The success of the event was bolstered by volunteer dancers who practiced for ten weeks alongside professional dancers from The Dancing Feeling in Warwick. Each performance showcased the dedication towards mentorship, and awards were given to recognize outstanding contributions. Chris Stewart, the newly appointed community justice reform manager at Mentor Rhode Island, received the “Most Entertaining Dance Award”.
In addition, Julie Matthew was honored with the “People’s Choice Award” for raising the most funds, while Cindy Vento Sewall took home the “Judges’ Choice Award”. Both awardees highlighted the motivation behind their participation: to give back to the community and ensure that children have access to mentors, an integral part of personal development.
Participants of the event expressed their appreciation for the community’s support, acknowledging that the success of the occasion was a collective effort dedicated to the children served by Mentor Rhode Island. Jo-Ann Schofield, the president and CEO of Mentor RI, noted that the funds raised would have a significant positive impact on ongoing and future mentoring efforts in the region.
The Little Brotherhood initiative, alongside Mentor Rhode Island’s fundraising success, underscores the ongoing commitment of these organizations to foster mentoring relationships that empower youth in Rhode Island. Both initiatives aim to create lasting connections that benefit the community and its young members by promoting healthy choices and personal growth.
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- ABC 6 News
- Wikipedia: Mentoring
- Turn to 10 News
- Google Search: Mentorship Programs
- Warwick Post
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Mentoring
- Providence Journal
- Google News: Mentorship in Rhode Island
