[vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][fwp-anim-text extra_class=””]It’s January.  The start of a new year and the start of National Mentoring Month. Launched in 2002 by MENTOR: The National Mentoring Partnership and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, National Mentoring Month aims to celebrate mentoring and raise awareness of its benefits, impact and need.

Since the launch of National Mentoring Month, January has been dedicated to sparking action in individuals and businesses to come together to effect positive change for youth through mentoring.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County celebrates National Mentoring Month by  inviting everyone to learn more and get involved.[/fwp-anim-text][fwp-anim-text extra_class=””]Here are some ways to join the celebration:
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When: Wednesday, January 31; 6-8 p.m.
Where: Twenty Eight Restaurant, Irvine

Click here to RSVP.

[/fwp-anim-text][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][vc_single_image image=”5712″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][fwp-anim-text extra_class=””]Spread the word about mentoring on social media. Follow Big Brothers Big Sisters on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn to hear the inspirational stories of current mentors. In addition, discover news about upcoming events.

Click here to download a social media toolkit with graphics as well as sample posts.

[/fwp-anim-text][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][vc_single_image image=”5742″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center”][vc_empty_space height=”16px”][fwp-anim-text extra_class=””]Become a mentor. There are so many children in Orange County growing up without a parent or any type of positive role model. Therefore, Big Brothers Big Sisters pairs volunteers with these youth based on their interests and personality. Matches spend one-on-one time together a couple of times a month for outings like hikes, baseball games or beach trips.

Click here to sign up to be a mentor.

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Mazda believes in the power of youth mentoring and is a proud sponsor of National Mentoring Month for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County.

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