Goodwill Recognizes Partners and Participants of GoodGuides Program
Teen Mentoring Program is Going Strong
Claremont, NH – Goodwill Industries of Northern New England’s GoodGuides teen mentoring program will recognize its community partners and participants in a public gathering this Thursday, June 24, from 5-7 pm at the Common Man Restaurant in Claremont, New Hampshire. The event is generously sponsored by Claremont Savings Bank.
Goodwill launched the GoodGuides program in February of this year. Funded by a grant from the US Justice Department, the goal of the initiative is to help youth build career plans and skills, and prepare for school completion, post-secondary training and productive work by providing structured and supportive relationships with trusted adult mentors. It targets youths between the ages of 14 and 17 who are at-risk for dropping out of school, facing legal troubles, or are at risk for delinquency due to issues such as abuse, disability, drug or alcohol dependence, or gang membership.
The event is free and open to community members interested in learning more about the GoodGuides mentoring program. Recognized partners include Claremont Savings Bank, Claremont School District, NH Works, the Teen Center, and River Valley Community College. To learn more, please visit www.goodwillnne.org.
# # #
Goodwill Industries of Northern New England has a 77-year history of providing innovative services that help individuals with disabilities or other barriers achieve social and economic independence. Goodwill’s Workforce Solutions helps people find good jobs and supports individuals through our developmental disability services, deaf services and brain injury programs. Last year, we served over 58,000 individuals with education, job training, and support services as they work to achieve their independence. Our programs are funded by revenue from our 26 retail stores, grants, and financial gifts. Please visit www.goodwillnne.org for more information.
