Graduate Sponsor
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Drew's Testimony
In kindergarten I was a bully and was sent to the office 21 times. Then I was introduced into the Friends’ program. Now I am rarely in trouble and succeeding. I play football, have good grades with the possibility of making Honor Roll, and have dreams for the future. I know they will be reached because of the Friends and your support. ” — Drew, October 2007
3 years later…
“Drew has had a great sophomore year in high school. He made all-conference in football and went to state in wrestling. We also studied the driver’s manual together. Since he passed his driver’s permit test, I have been giving him driving lessons and he’s doing a great job! He continues to do well in the classroom and plans to further his education in college.” – Jose, Drew’s Mentor
2 years later…
Drew is working towards high graduation
Measures of Our Success
Friends of the Children helps the most vulnerable youth–those who have a diminished chance for success–grow into strong, self-confident, contributing members of their communities.
- 92% of our children attend school regularly
- 80% of our graduates have earned a diploma or GED, the national average is 68%.
- 60% of our children are the first in their families to earn a high school diploma.
- 92% are not involved in the juvenile justice system even though 60% have at least one parent who has been incarcerated.
- 97% of adolescents avoid early parenting despite the fact that 60% were born to a teen mother.
*The data comes from the Portland Chapter, 2007-2008
