At Circle of Friends, we empower youth through dedicated 1 : 1 mentorship – pairing local youth with compassionate adult role models who provide the consistent guidance, encouragement, and life-skills support needed to achieve proven results in academic success, emotional resilience, and personal growth.

Curiosity sparks confidence. Through guided 1:1 learning and interactive exploration, our youth gain the skills, focus, and critical thinking needed to become the next generation of community leaders.

"Before I joined, I was pretty quiet and didn't really fit in, but Circle of Friends gave me a place where I actually belong. My mentor introduced me to new people, and now I have real friends who always have my back."

"Having my mentor in my corner changed everything for me. She doesn't just listen – she actually believes in me, especially on the days when I find it hard to believe in myself."

Leadership begins with trust and community connections. By engaging directly with local heroes and community partners, our youth learn empathy, responsibility, and civic pride – the foundational qualities of tomorrow's leaders.

Through our partnership with Star Shine Theater, Circle of Friends opens the stage for local youth to step into the spotlight, gain confidence, and express their creative voices. With full registration support and encouragement from their mentors, students build teamwork skills, discover new talents, and shine brightly both on stage and off.