Kelley Minty Morris' Story Klamath County Commissioner, Kelley Minty Morris, and her mentor Bill Thompson. "He’s now my campaign manager, friend and mentor."
Cort Cox's Story "The lesson that I learned is that a mentor is often not just a friend." Blue Zone's Engagement Lead shares a high school moment that turned things around.
Justin Parnell's Story Oregon Tech's Associate Head Coach for Men's Basketball shares how one call with Danny Miles after his sophomore year reminded him of an energy he once had.
Tom Smith's Story "I didn’t grow as a teacher until I learned how to grow as a coach," said Klamath Union coach and teacher Tom Smith.
Millie's Story Before she was selected for Friends of the Children, Millie faced academic challenges. With the support of her Friend, Millie is empowered to succeed.
Devann's Story Graduate of Friends–Klamath Basin, Devann, kept her head down in kindergarten, but Friend, Jan, recognized she was full of immense potentials.
I Belong, I Matter The importance of understanding and respecting the culture of the tribes whose land we live on is necessary–intervening on the usage of a derogatory term.
Patience Pays Off Friend Andy works hard to instill in his youth the importance of taking responsibility and being comfortable to show appreciation for others' kindness.
Relentless Commitment Friend Russ struggles to connect with a youth but was persistent and committed to getting a breakthrough, no matter what.
Building Positive Relationships Positive Relationship Building is one of our Core Assets. We tell the stories of Troy and his Friend Russ, and Jack and his Friend Will.