The Program for Academic & Leadership Skills (PALS) for young women and the Tenley Achievement Program (TAP) for young men — train young professionals and college-aged men and women to build character and mentor 3rd–8th graders throughout the school-year and summer.

Students most value being a part of YLF because of the friendship they share with their mentor. Students have greater self-confidence, set and achieve more goals and develop positive habits related to character as a result of their time with mentors.

For 2021, 100% in-person sessions will be offered Monday – Thursday from June 28th – July 29th for students. (Inquire at admin@helpingkids.org for more information about virtual options.) Additionally, optional Friday field trips will be offered. Parents must provide transportation for students directly to field trip sites and must pick them up promptly from field trip sites at the day’s conclusion.