Howl at the Moon Fundraiser Raises Over $25,000 for Mentors for Youth of Dubois County

The community came together in a big way at the Howl at the Moon fundraiser on October 4th, raising over $25,000 in support of Mentors for Youth of Dubois County. With more than 200 attendees, the evening was a huge success, featuring dinner, drinks, dancing, an exciting auction, and a lively dueling piano performance.

The funds raised will directly benefit the mentoring programs that serve local youth, providing them with opportunities for personal growth, connection, and support through meaningful relationships with mentors.

“We are beyond grateful for the incredible support from our community,” said Erin Kidwell, Executive Director of Mentors for Youth. “Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, donors, and attendees, we’re able to continue making a lasting difference in the lives of the children we serve.”

The organization extends a special thank you to its Moonlight Title Sponsor, Springs Valley Bank & Trust, as well as Encore Sponsors, Meyer Distributing, Kimball International, RE/MAX Local, Jasper Equipment & Supply, Carpenter Realty, Liberty Federal Credit Union, and Hoosier Hills Federal Credit Union, whose contributions made the event possible. They would also like to thank the incredible vendors that made the night so enjoyable, Howl2Go, River Centre, Butcher and Barrel, Owsley’s Lounge, Mama T’s, Emerald Greens, Tell City Pretzel, and Keith Bauer. Their commitment to Mentors for Youth ensures that the programs can continue growing and positively impacting the community.

For more information about Mentors for Youth of Dubois County or how to get involved, visit www.mentors4youth.com

About Mentors for Youth of Dubois County

Many children in Dubois County lack a "naturally occurring" mentor in their life. Mentors for Youth seeks to match youth between the ages of 6 and 14 with caring adults who wish to spend two hours every other week for one year together. Mentors work with their mentees to establish goals and develop life skills, such as decision-making, problem-solving, and communication. The organization also engages in activities that promote positive youth development, such as agency-sponsored community service projects and recreational activities.

Mission:

Mentors for Youth is dedicated to facilitating mutually beneficial relationships between youth and adults for the purpose of enhancing individual lives and the community.

Vision:

To be the difference, the change, and the good in the lives of Dubois County children facing adversity.