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PATCH MATCH: Kids Looking for Mentors
Almost 60 kids in Dakota County need a friend. Could it be you?

First name: Ronny
Age: 16
Interests: Ronny likes the outdoors; biking, rollerblading, swimming and golf. He also enjoys board games and video games. Ronny lists science, math and tech ed as his favorite classes at school.
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Personality/Characteristics: Ronny is fun, energetic, nice, caring and enthusiastic!
Goals/Dreams: Ronny really wants a mentor who will spend time with him outdoors. Looking For: An individual, couple, or a family with a child around his age or older.
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For More Information: This child is one of 57 children currently waiting for a mentor through Kids ‘n Kinship, a private non-profit serving Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville and Rosemount in Dakota County for 39 years. If you're interested in becoming a mentor, you're invited to attend an information session on Aug. 18, 6-6:45 p.m. at the Galaxie Library in Apple Valley. Mentors can volunteer as individuals, couples, or families for weekly fun and enriching activities at home or in the community on their own schedules. Contact Ingrid Henry, Kids 'n Kinship Coordinator, at 952-891-3885 or ihkinship@aol.com to RSVP and to learn more about mentoring, see our website www.kidsnkinship.org
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