Faithful Friends

Faithful Friends is a nonprofit organization located in Portland, Oregon. Founded with the mission of fostering positive youth development, Faithful Friends employs 26 individuals. Faithful Friends operates a unique mentoring program connecting volunteer mentors with children aged 6-9. These matches meet regularly, aiming for 3-4 sessions each month, for a minimum commitment of one year. The organization emphasizes building lasting relationships, with nearly 70% of matches extending into a second year and over 50% continuing into a third. Faithful Friends distinguishes itself through its focus on early intervention and the creation of long-term relationships. These connections aim to positively impact not only individual lives but also families, communities, and future generations. For more information about Faithful Friends and its mentoring program, please visit faithfulfriendspdx.org.