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During the 17-18 season, SOS Outreach launched its Learn to Ride program with 17 participants. With the incredible impact witnessed after a few seasons, there was a clear need for the multi-year Mentor program. Thanks to funding from the Katz Amsterdam Foundation and support from Vail Resorts Epic Promise, the mentor program was implemented during the 22-23 season with 136 kids and teens enrolled from the Chicago/Kenosha area.

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OUR IMPACT IN 2023

136

youth engaged

94%

felt like they were an important part of a team

182

hours participating in workshops or community service

Participant Spotlight

“Last year was fun and I love that I’m getting an opportunity again. This year, I want to go on the big hill by myself because SOS taught me to believe in myself and I don’t have to be scared.”

-Deriya

Our Curriculum

LEARN TO RIDE

Kids learn a new outdoor activity and the importance of our six core values: courage, discipline, integrity, wisdom, humility, and compassion.

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MENTOR PROGRAM

With the support of a dedicated mentor, participants continue outdoor activities, grow tangible life skills, perform community service, and put the core values to practice with peer groups.

HIGH SCHOOL & BEYOND

Youth have opportunities to apply the skills they’ve developed by engaging as Junior Mentors, with the Career Development Program and with the organization’s Alumni Network.

News

EVENTS

November 14 | 6-8pm | Meet and Greet | Kenosha Tap House
November 15 | 6-8pm | Meet and Greet | Goose Island Brewery (Chicago)

NEWS

Expanding Mentorship on the Midwest Slopes
Kenosha News: Kenosha Unified Fourth-Graders Hit the Slopes With Jockey and SOS Outreach at Wilmot Mountain
Kenosha.com: Brass Community School Teacher Helps Give Local Students an Opportunity to Learn Downhill Skiing
Kenosha News: Kenosha Area Students Celebrate Accomplishments Made On & Off the Slopes with SOS Outreach
TMJ4 News: Kenoshan of the Week: Terri McGuire