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Big
Sister Mandy Mescher, of Sidney, and her Little Sister Kenna
Knight, of Sidney,
enjoy spending time together. Kenna is the daughter
of Julie Curtner.
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Mescher, Knight match
of the Month
Big Brothers Big Sisters...
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County announce Big
Sister Mandy Mescher, of Sidney, and Little Sister Kenna Knight, of
Sidney, have been selected as August Match of the Month. Kenna is
the daughter of Julie Curtner and Anthony Knight. Mandy and Kenna
have been matched since February, 2011.
Mandy was inspired to become a volunteer Big Sister mentor after a Dr.
Phil show regarding getting involved in the community to be a positive
role model. A work colleague has demonstrated the ability to
empower even through adversity, which has inspired Mandy in her role as
a Big Sister to a vulnerable child. She finds being a positive
role model is “rewarding” and appreciates being able to “influence a
child in a positive way, and teach a child to respect others.”
Kenna was initially enrolled in the program in 2009, at age 7. At
that time, she enjoyed coloring, drawing, riding a bike, and playing
ball. Her mother described her as helpful, outgoing, and said she
gets along well with other children. Julie wanted Kenna to have
the opportunity to do additional activities with another adult.
Mandy, Kenna, and Julie are all pleased with the match. Julie
likes the positive experience for Kenna and says, “They get along very
well, and Kenna enjoys spending time with Mandy.” Kenna reports,
“Mandy is a lot of fun, and we have a lot in common.” Mandy is
thrilled with their match and keeps upbeat about their growing
relationship. “Kenna is thankful for every activity we do
together.”
Mandy and Kenna continue to meet regularly, at least two times per
month. They enjoy eating ice cream cones, hiking in Tawawa Park,
baking cupcakes, playing games, watching movies, roller skating,
walking the dog, attending acrobatic competitions, and so much more!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Shelby & Darke County is a non-profit
United Way member, social service agency. Lisa Brown is Executive
Director of the agency. The program specializes in matching
children from at-risk families with adult volunteer Big Brothers and
Sisters. These adults provide children with positive role modeling, as
well as new educational and social activities. If you would like to
make the difference in the life of a child but are unable to volunteer
at this time, Big Brothers Big Sisters has many other opportunities
throughout the year for others to become involved. Learn more
about our agency by logging onto www.bigbrobigsis-shelbydarke.org
or calling 937-547-9622 or 937-492-7611.
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