LUK, Inc. is proud to share that the organization’s Mentoring program was recently recognized as a National Quality Mentoring System (NQMS) Gold Partner. The NQMS was developed by MENTOR, a network of organizations across the country that support quality mentoring relationships through resources, awareness, and advocacy. NQMS helps programs reflect and move towards evidence-based practices and procedures that are aligned with the Elements of Effective Practice for Mentoring (EEPM). It also evaluates
LUK, Inc. recently awarded a local foster youth with the Karen Bean Resilience Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship was created to honor the life and lasting impact of Karen Bean, a longtime foster parent with the organization known for her unwavering dedication to supporting foster youth and the local community. LUK honored a local high school senior, JC (full name censored for privacy), with the award. The funds will support JC’s launch in pursuing his goals and aspirations, beginning with working and
Fitchburg — LUK, Inc. has recently received funding from the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts to provide programming for youth in Leominster over the school vacation week from April 21st-24th. LUK’s Youth Development team will be running the CommUNITY Connections program for Riverside Village residents aged 11-16. During April school vacation, modules from evidence-based curricula and creative activities will be used to engage youth in activities to strengthen self-esteem, build