The YWCA mentoring program, YW-Buddies, began in 1989.  The YW-Buddies Program is designed to match children with a positive role model.  Volunteers are matched based on the child’s specific needs and common interests.  Our mentoring program has matched close to 1,300 children over the past 23 years.  Studies show that role models truly increase a child’s ability to have a successful future.

For over 20 years, this program has served children of Central Louisiana and has helped to produce positive individuals.   We know from these matches that they can change children’s lives for the better and your support will help make this happen.  What we do for a child will be remembered for a lifetime.

We just finished with our annual fundraiser, “Bowling for Buddies” that was held March 24, 2012.  If you are interested in being a part of this for next year, please contact us.

Thanks to everyone for their support. The 2012 Bowling for Buddies was a huge success!