Blog - Youth Mentor Programs in South Carolina

Spotlight: Faith Athletics & Music Charter Institute

This month, the Restoration Project Foundation Spotlight is on Faith Athletics & Music Charter Institute (FAMCI), a comprehensive academic, athletic, and music mentoring organization. Headquartered in Charleston, SC, FAMCI is thriving under the leadership of Mr. Urie Smalls. “Faith Athletics & Music Charter Institute serves as a great model for how to combine a structured online academic […]

Celebrating National Mentoring Day

Today is National Mentoring Day and we are celebrating by recognizing all of the great work being done by our amazing Restoration Project Foundation (RPF) Mentors across the state of South Carolina. From academics to athletics to community service, RPF Mentor Partner Organizations are providing incredible opportunities for the young people in their communities. “RPF […]

What Real Champions Advocate Mentors Hope their Mentees Achieve This Year

The Advocate Mentors at RPF Mentor Partner Real Champions, Inc., know their mentees are going to accomplish great things during the 2022-2023 school year. From making new friends to trying new activities to working hard to get great grades, the list of what mentors hope their mentees achieve this year is truly inspiring! "I hope that […]

Celebrating National Online Learning Day

September 15th is National Online Learning Day, and Restoration Project Foundation is celebrating by highlighting three of our Mentor Partner Organizations that have implemented virtual learning programs for their mentees. New Hope Leadership Academy (NHLA), Proverbs Mentoring Organization (Proverbs), and South Carolina Faith Athletics& Music Charter Institute (FAMCI) have all partnered with The South Carolina Preparatory Academy (SC Prep), a free online classical […]

Back to School Advice from RPF Mentor Partner Leaders

Restoration Project Foundation Mentor Partner Leaders always offer excellent advice, and we’re grateful to have their words of wisdom to guide us as we get ready to start the 2022-2023 school year. From establishing strong study skills to the importance of being on time to class, their Back to School advice is exactly what we […]

Mentoring at Summer Camp

Mentoring doesn’t take a summer vacation. Across the state of South Carolina, Restoration Project Foundation Mentor Partner Organizations continued their important work supporting students in their communities, with many hosting summer camps to make the most of their mentee's additional time and availability. From traditional outdoor activities and athletic competitions to field trips and community service events, […]

Spotlight: New Hope Leadership Academy

This month, the Restoration Project Foundation Spotlight is on New Hope Leadership Academy (NHLA), a comprehensive academic and athletic mentoring organization dedicated to providing the quality education and essential life skills at-risk students need for success. Headquartered in Columbia, SC, and rapidly expanding to meet the needs of mentees in surrounding areas, New Hope is thriving under […]

Spotlight: Proverbs Mentoring Organization

Restoration Project Foundation (RPF) is thrilled to present Spotlight, our monthly feature dedicated to shining a light on our organization’s leaders and mentor partners doing incredible work in communities across the State of South Carolina. For our May Spotlight, we are pleased to highlight Proverbs Mentoring Organization, RPF’s first dedicated Mentor Partner. Founded by Don Peppers […]

Restoration Project Foundation’s Unique Approach

One trusted adult can make a world of difference in a student’s life. In 2015, Restoration Project Foundation (RPF) co-founders Craig Wooten and James Galyean made it their mission to create an organization dedicated to connecting every child in South Carolina with a mentor who could inspire them to develop their talents, achieve academic success, […]

Spotlight: Matt Bailey, Restoration Project Foundation Executive Director

Restoration Project Foundation (RPF) is thrilled to introduce Spotlight, a monthly feature dedicated to shining a light on our organization’s leaders and mentor partners doing incredible work in communities across the state of South Carolina. For our inaugural April Spotlight, we are pleased to highlight Restoration Project Foundation Executive Director Matt Bailey, a true servant leader who […]

New Hope Leadership Academy Program of South Carolina

Restoration Project Foundation supports outstanding mentorship programs across the state of South Carolina. One of these programs is the New Hope Leadership Academy in West Columbia. This program is comprehensive, offering athletics at the high school and collegiate level, education through a virtual charter school, and of course, a full mentorship program. Mentorship New Hope Leadership Academy combines […]

The Importance Of Mentoring Programs For Today’s Youth

The youth of a country are its future assets. Therefore, the fact that countless children, teenagers, and young adults are dropping out of schools and colleges or getting involved in risky behavior is rather alarming. But, with the right mentorship programs, it's possible to bring in a change in the life of the at-risk youth. This, in […]

Proverbs Mentoring Organization of South Carolina

Proverbs Mentoring Organization is one of several South Carolina mentorship programs Restoration Project Foundation supports. This program focuses on mentorship of 6th - 12th grade students. The program director Don Peppers seeks to enhance youth leadership in his community through mentorship. Don is the embodiment of what it means to be a mentor. He lives […]

John Harris Basketball Mentorship Program

Each of the programs supported by the Restoration Project Foundation has a different approach to mentorship. A different way to keep children engaged as they learn life lessons. John Harris Basketball teaches both basketball and life skills to kids in Mount Pleasant and Summerville, South Carolina. Coach John Harris is passionate about basketball, helping kids, and his […]

Restoration Project Foundation January 2022 Update

January is National Mentoring Month! During this month, programs across the United States celebrate the power of mentorship. They also use this month to recruit mentors, advance legislation and work toward positive change for youth.At Restoration Project Foundation, we seek to get every young person in South Carolina connected with a mentor that can help improve […]

Restoration Project Foundation December 2021 Update

We believe that personal connections are vital. And, that is especially true for children who are struggling in school. That is why Restoration Project Foundation is partnering with multiple organizations in South Carolina to support effective child mentorship programs.When life at home is difficult, positive interaction with another adult through mentorship can help boost a […]

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