Request a Mentor

Would you like to request a mentor for your child?

Our community-based mentoring program matches individuals, couples and families with children in need of a supportive relationship to minimize isolation and prevent or reduce at-risk behaviors.

Is Kids 'n Kinship right for my child?

Let us help you decide whether mentorship is right for your child.

Parent FAQ

View Frequently Asked Questions for parents and guardians.

Child Application

If you feel Kids ‘n Kinship is a right fit for your child complete a child application.

Referral Process for Professionals

What makes an appropriate referral?
Many children are referred to Kids ‘n Kinship by their social worker, counselor or another professional in their life. Kids ‘n Kinship follows up on all referrals; however it is the decision of the parent and child if they wish to participate in the Kids ‘n Kinship program.

Additional Community Resources

Along with connecting youth with mentors, Kids ‘n Kinship is also dedicated to making sure the families of the youth in our program are set up for success and we provide several resources for helping families who need a little extra support.

She is an amazing mentor and is one more positive role model for my child. And I, as her guardian, want to bring as many positive people as I can that will bring value into her life. Our mentor and this program have most definitely fulfilled that need.

- Mentee's Guardian

Contact Us

info@kidsnkinship.org | 952-892-6368

Serving children in the communities of Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville and Rosemount.

Member of the Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce

Affiliate of National Kinship

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