HomeMy WebLinkAboutPrclmatn - National Mentor MonthWhereas, 2014 marks the 12th anniversary of National Mentor Month; and
Whereas, in the Coachella Valley and across the nation there is a month -long
outreach campaign with the theme "Mentoring Works" that focuses attention on
the need for mentors to assure a brighter future for our young people; and
Whereas, for 16 years the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert is
to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring professionally
supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better; and
Whereas, in 2013 Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Desert served over 500
children in both their Community -based and Site -based mentoring programs;and
Whereas, research has shown that Volunteer Mentors can play a powerful role
In reducing drug abuse and youth violence as well as boosting academic
achievement. Mentors help to build young people's character and confidence,
expand their universe, and help them navigate a path to success.
Now, Therefore, I, Van G. Tanner, Mayor of the City of Palm
Desert, California, Do Hereby Proclaim the Month of January, 2014, as
National Mentor Month
in the City of Palm Desert and encourage our citizens to become a mentor,
being someone who matters to someone who matters, and thereby helping a
young person grow and succeed.
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In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand
and have caused the Official Seal of the City of Palm
Desert, California, to be affixed this 9 h day of
January, 2014.