Young Volunteers Leading the Way at Musical Mentors

Young Volunteer Mentors Kathleen (L), Jaiden (2L), Mazzy (C), Candace (2R), and Benjamin (R), all 11-years-old, in San Juan Capistrano, Calif. Courtesy of Duff Rowden.

The picture of a volunteer of America may bring to mind older, seasoned citizens imparting the wisdom of their years to a younger generation.

But who thinks of the benefit an 11-year-old “mentor” can have on even younger children, who would be more impacted by someone close to their age?