Mentoring and Advocacy

You're not feeling led to bring a child into your home, but want to help. What are some other ways to make a difference in the lives of vulnerable children? Connect to these local opportunities:

ADVOCATE FOR MICHIGAN FOSTER CHILDREN/TEENS WHO ARE WAITING TO FIND FOREVER FAMILIES

Grant Me Hope is a local marketing initiative which aims to find older foster children adoptive homes before they age out of the foster care system. Advocate for foster youth by sharing videos on social media, or by donating toward production. Commit to sharing videos of waiting youth once a week or once a month. Access Grant Me Hope's Facebook page…

COURT APPOINTED SPECIAL ADVOCATES 

The Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) program recruits, trains and supports citizen-volunteers to advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children in courtrooms and communities. For many abused and neglected children, a CASA volunteer is the only constant adult presence in their lives. Learn more about the Kent County CASA program… 

KIDS HOPE USA

All kids matter to Jesus and the local church is uniquely called to care for children in their community who would benefit from another caring, reliable relationship. As a member on the KCC Kids hope team you would have the opportunity to mentor one on one with a local elementary student who has been identified by the school as having a high need 1 hour per week. Show your interest…

WOODFIELD COMMUNITY CENTER

The Woodfield Community Center is a non-profit organization serving children at the Woodfield Apartments in Kentwood, MI, just outside Kentwood Community Church’s doors. The center exists to facilitate community through sports, crafts, mentoring, and sharing the love of Jesus with our neighbors. Volunteers provide a safe, nurturing place for vulnerable children and families during after school and summer programs. Learn more about Woodfield Community Center…