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 are getting ready for our annual fundraiser, “Bowling for Buddies” to be held March 24, 2012.  All 5 person bowling teams are $100 ($20 per participant).  If you are interested in getting a team together please call the YWCA at 318.442.3397