The new mentor/mentee high 5!

Thank you Lisa for opening your heart to being a friend and support for "Jane"! We appreciate you! Here's to many new adventures together!#ThankYou #MentorsNeeded#FromStatistic2Success #ArizonansForChildren#8HoursAMonth #2HoursAWeek#HelpingFamiliesHeal #FosterCare#FosterLivesMatter #FosterKids#NationalMentoringMonth


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