Mentorship

Take Stock in Children of Palm Beach County mentors the Solis twins

Take Stock Palm Beach honors the Solis twins for their double impact of mentorship

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Shannon and Sharmagne Solis, the dynamic duo behind the Take Stock in Children of Palm Beach County program at Village Academy, have profoundly impacted their students, school, and the community. The sisters understand the challenges many of their students face. They’ve become a crucial bridge between students, their families, and educational opportunities, often making college feel accessible …

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Mentoring Changes Lives: Interview with Dr. Doug Durand, Board Member of Take Stock

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Dr. Doug Durand carries many titles at Take Stock. Dr. Durand is a former Take Stock mentor, former Take Stock Board Chair, and current Board Member. He is a father and father figure to many Take Stock students. On the Mentors & Milestones Podcast, Dr. Durand shared one memorable moment of his time as a …

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Take Stock program in Alachua County with 2025 Alachua County Mentor of the Year

Take Stock Alachua names Mary Benedict as their 2025 Mentor of the Year

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Via the Take Stock in Children program at The Education Foundation of Alachua County: January is National Mentor Appreciation Month, and we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than with our Mentor Appreciation Event on Thursday, January 9th, at The Abbey by Blackadder Brewing Company! We had an incredible evening filled with gratitude …

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Lee County announces Rhonda Dahlin as their Take Stock Mentor of the Year

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The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools, Inc. hosted its Take Stock in Children Mentor Appreciation ceremony this month, celebrating the incredible individuals who dedicate their time and energy to guiding and inspiring Lee County students. “We are deeply grateful for the mentors who make a lasting impact, fostering personal growth and academic success and …

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In Memoriam: Take Stock Brevard alum remembers mentor Esther Sherman

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Every January, Take Stock in Children celebrates National Mentoring Month, acknowledging the life-changing impact that our network of volunteer mentors have on the students in our program statewide. We wanted to share a special moment from Alycia Corpiel, a Take Stock Brevard alum (2007), who made a post in memorial of the program grad’s former …

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“The greatest gift you can give someone is your time…”

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Take Stock mentors are back to work helping our students prepare for college, career, and life! Here’s some encouragement from the Take Stock Orange County program at Valencia College Horizon Scholars mentor, Lindsay Regruit! “I’ve been Sebastian’s mentor since he was a freshman! He is a senior now, and it’s hard to believe the time …

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Take Stock in Seminole Honors Cheryl Blakeney as Mentor of the Year

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Take Stock Seminole recently held a special event to show our deep gratitude for the amazing mentors who make a difference in the lives of their students—the Thanks 4 Giving Mentor Appreciation Happy Hour. This event was an opportunity to thank mentors not only for their dedication but for their invaluable guidance and encouragement that …

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Take Stock Manatee aims to raise $100,000 in November

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Photo: Take Stock Manatee mentor Jim Gallogly celebrates his Take Stock in Children mentee’s high school graduation. November is National Scholarship Month. Take Stock Manatee’s goal is to raise $100,000 during the month, all of which will directly support scholarships for students like Jim Gallogly’s mentee. When Lake Club’s Jim Gallogly, a former healthcare executive, …

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Alleviating Hurdles for the Next Generation: TSIC Alum and Mentor Marissa Brown

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At Take Stock, we notice many full-circle moments with our students. Something always motivates them to inspire and help others in the same way they received it in this program. One example of this phenomenon is the inspiring Marissa Brown, a Take Stock Marion alum who has returned to give back as a mentor. Marissa’s …

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