Mentor a Child with an Incarcerated Parent

Bend OR

Description

Central Oregon Partnerships for Youth (COPY), a program of the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, is looking for volunteers to mentors children with an incarcerated parent. It is estimated that, on any given day, 350 kids in Deschutes County are dealing with the disruptive effects of parental incarceration. COPY aims to break this cycle by connecting these children with safe and appropriate mentors. After initial training and background checks, volunteers are matched with a child who shares similar interests and activities and commits to spending a few hours a week together for a minimum of one year. This time is often spent going to community events, working on homework, attending art programs, participating in sports, or simply hanging out and talking. Upon completing a 3.5 hour orientation and background checks, volunteers are able to be matched with one of the many children waiting for a mentor. For additional information please email or call . Additional program information is available online at www.deschutes.org/copy.