We Need You! What is a Core Friend!

Last Updated 1/11/2026

What is a Core Friend? Want to be a mentor? This is for you!

A Core Friend is an individual from "Middle Class" interested in walking alongside the great graduates from our Core Community Program!

What is a Care Friend?

A Core Friend is an individual from "Middle Class" interested in walking alongside the graduates from our program that are making the journey out of poverty. We aren't looking for experts or mentors, just someone that has the time to be a good friend.

1 evening a month for 18 months

  • Set Goals Together
  • Build a friendship
  • Reach out via phone or text to check in on each other

Preparation

3 hour Bridges Out of Poverty workshop

If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering as a Core Friend please contact:

Sarah Grier or Mark Kenyon

316-619-3157

2 hour Core Friend

Training

Participate in 3 KEY nights leading up to your commitment

CORE community

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