The outbreak of COVID-19 has been stressful to say the least; wear a mask, work remotely, keep your social circle small, stay at least six feet apart at all times. …
Update from Erika, New Circle Mentoring Program Director
It was a nice autumn season for the New Circle Mentoring program! The mild weather allowed mentoring pairs to get together for outdoor activities, such as apple picking and hiking, the …
A Note from the Director – Fall Update
With the return of autumn and all the season brings, children, teachers, and parents are faced with a difficult transition back to school. But as the famous American novelist F. …
Mentees Begin Music Lessons at Compass Arts Center in Brandon
During a time when activities for children are limited as a result of COVID restrictions, we are thrilled to be able to offer mentees the chance to experience the joy …
Resources and Support During the COVID-19 Crisis
As schools closed across the state due to the COVID crisis, mentoring programs suddenly came to a halt. But thanks to support and guidance from organizations such as Mentor VT, …
New Circle Mentoring Awarded Grant from VT Children’s Trust Foundation
Safer Society’s New Circle Mentoring program is pleased to have been awarded a three-year grant from the Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation totaling $25,725! With this grant, New Circle Mentoring will …
Rally for Change – Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op
The Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op runs campaigns that are referred to as Rally for Change. Customers are asked to round up their totals when cashing out to support a specific …
New Circle Mentoring program for at-risk youth seeks mentors, donations for growing need
By LEE J. KAHRSThe Reporter BRANDON – In a world where advocates are hard to find and harder to keep, where the most vulnerable are keen for guidance and support, …
New Circle Mentoring Visits Middlebury Indoor Tennis
New Circle Mentoring matches completed a fun filled four-week tennis program hosted by Middlebury Indoor Tennis. The Addison Community Athletics Foundation (ACAF) was established as a supporting organization of the Vermont Community …
Safer Society Foundation receives grant from MENTOR Vermont
Safer Society Foundation recently received a $3,600 grant from MENTOR Vermont. The grant will help further the Safer Society Foundation’s mission to provide services and resources for preventative and restorative …