Becoming a Man (BAM) is a program under the auspices of Youth Guidance (https://www.youth-guidance.org/youth-guidance-los-angeles), based out of Chicago. I was given the honor of visiting their summer session 2024 and I’d like to describe my experiences briefly. The Location Los […]
What Mentoring Has Taught Me I have been a mentor for 6 years for the uniquely Florida organization called Take Stock in Children. It requires me to mentor a high school student who may be considered at-risk or one who […]
Mercy Lab Foundation has been a proud partner with an incredible organization—Youth Guidance’s Program called BAM (Becoming a Man) located in the Los Angeles area. BAM was originally launched in Chicago to help young men navigate difficult circumstances that threaten […]
Mercy Lab Foundation was proud to be a sponsor of the 21st Annual Corporate Spelling Bee held at the Venetian in Leesburg, Florida. This fundraising event features a silent auction, live auction, and chance auction all while having a sit […]
On March 30, 2023, Take Stock in Children welcomed close to 100 mentors from two counties to a very special event. This was a “Mentor Celebration” to honor and show appreciation to the people who mentor the high school students […]
Most people affiliate donations of money when they think about a charity, fundraisers, or non-profit organizations, but there are many other ways in which help can be given towards a cause that someone is passionate about. First of all, consider […]
One of the most exciting parts of being a mentor is when you see positive changes and choices made by your mentee. It takes time, though. Sometimes I have gone months and months without seeing any positive changes, but then […]