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Iliriana has not only been a Go Girls Mentor with our agency but she has been matched to Mia for 2 years.  These two are very busy doing so many things within our community.  This year they discovered they both like scary movies.  They are always learning new things, trying new things, and coming out […]

Layka and Crystal met one year ago and quickly discovered they had a lot in common like doing crafts and playing games.  They both like trying new things.  Over the past year Layka has grown, matured, and talks more.  Crystal has enjoyed her match and is continuing on for another year.  

This summer Barb celebrates 28 years with our agency.  From caseworker to Executive Director she has done it all.  She is always quietly working behind the scenes ensuring that our agency can be the best it can be as we strive to serve the families in Elgin County.

Julie and Auska have been matched for 5 years! As they graduate from the program I can’t help but look back over the past five years and remember the day I introduced them. Auska’s family member said that, “Julie has definitely been a really positive force in Auska’s life, a great role model, and they […]

This is a typical conversation I have had many times with our wait list youth. Youth: “Do you have a big brother/sister for me?” Me: “No, I’m sorry I don’t. ” Youth: “What’s taking so long?” Me: “We need volunteers.” Youth: “Why don’t people want to volunteer?” Me: “I don’t know.” Mason has been on […]