Friends of the Children Network Receives $44 Million Gift from MacKenzie Scott to Support its Long-term Mentoring Model
We are honored to announce the largest single gift ever received by Friends of the Children in its 30-year history
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MacKenzie Scott gifts $44 million to Friends of the Children to support its long-term mentoring model
Gift gives organization powerful momentum to provide thousands more youth who have big dreams and face systemic obstacles with a paid, professional mentor for 12+ years
U.S. Surgeon General Applauds Friends of the Children’s Commitment to Youth Mental Health
Friends of the Children is recognized for ongoing efforts to expand the training and clinical support for paid, professional mentors
Friends of the Children Receives $2 Million to Scale Model to New Communities and Expand Partnerships with Tribal Communities
Simone Biles Partners with Friends of the Children to Celebrate Youth
Friends of the Children celebrates National Foster Care Month and Mental Health Awareness Month by teaming up with youth advocate and Olympic gymnast Simone Biles
Ciara Brings Friends of the Children to The Ellen DeGeneres Show
Brittanie and her Children join Ciara and Russell Wilson on The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
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Meet Janie from Friends of the Children–Los Angeles
Janie supports youth and families in our Two-Generation program and received a 2019 Veronica Award.
James' Story
James has spent over 70 hours volunteering with the Friends of the Children–Seattle chapter following graduation. We're deeply inspired by his story.
Javier's Story
"I know Andre and Friends will be there for us and make sure we succeed. Friends of the Children helps change the lives of many children and families like mine."
