Bolder Options offers wellness mentoring for youth (ages 10-14) by pairing them with volunteer mentors for weekly activities focused on personal growth.
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May 26
Darrell Thompson is on the Pair and a Spare Podcast talking about the power of mentorship and why it matters now more than ever. 🎙️
Join DT in making a difference with Bolder Options. Become a mentor and help shape a young person’s future.
youtu.be/pyZuNUanffg?si=Zf8r… via @YouTube
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Bolder Options retweeted
May 7
The Bolder Options program helps kids build confidence, create healthy habits, and form strong relationships through one-on-one mentorship. Looking to make a change in a kid’s life? Bolder Options is always in need of more mentors, and your support could mean everything to a child who just needs someone in their corner. @DThompsonMN @MikeGrimm3
For more information, click here: bolderoptions.org/be-a-mento…
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May 7
ICYMI, have a listen to our friend @DThompsonMN from @BolderOptions on this week's GGP. Some @GopherFootball talk and an important request from DT. Thanks for listening ....
May 6
GO GOPHER PODCAST: We get a spring @GopherFootball breakdown from the great @DThompsonMN, and DT asks Gold Country for an assist for @BolderOptions. Please have a listen.
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Mar 16
⛳ Registration is open for the 15th Annual Bolder Golf Classic!
Join us May 27, 2026 at Legends Golf Club for a day of great golf and big impact supporting youth mentoring through Bolder Options. Gather your team and secure your spot today.
Register: bolderoptions.org/event-info…
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Mar 12
From dumpling dinners at the Bolder House to Angel’s first-ever baseball game, Erick and Angel’s relationship has grown in ways neither of them expected. ⚾🥟
See how mentorship changes lives. Read the full story: bolderoptions.org/blog
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Today is #IAmAMentorDay! 💙
Bolder Options mentors make a difference every day by showing up, listening, and believing in youth.
Mentors, tell us in the comments: 👉 What’s your favorite part of being a mentor?
Let’s celebrate the power of mentoring! ✨
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30 Dec 2025
Last week to make an impact in 2025! Your gift helps match more youth with mentors who show up and change lives. 💛
Donate: bolderoptions.org/donate
#BolderOptions #MentoringMatters #YearEndGiving #SupportYouth
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18 Dec 2025
Be the difference in a young person’s life.
Rochester has a long waiting list of youth eager for a mentor. By giving your time, you can help a child gain confidence, explore new experiences, and feel supported.
bolderoptions.org/be-a-mento…
#BolderOptions #RochesterMN #Volunteer
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1 Dec 2025
✨ From shy and quiet to confident and outspoken - read Jimena’s journey at Bolder Options. ✨
Read her story here:
bolderoptions.org/post/moret…
#bolderoptions
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25 Nov 2025
🍻 Dual Citizen Happy Hour – St. Paul!
📅 Dec 17 | 🕠 5:30–8 PM
📍 725 Raymond Ave
Join us for good brews, great company, and inspiring stories. Meet our staff, connect with mentors, and see how you can make a difference for Twin Cities youth! 🧡
👉 bolderoptions.org/events
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20 Nov 2025
💛 Today’s the day #GiveToTheMax!
Your donation helps Bolder Options empower local youth through mentoring, resources, and opportunities to grow and succeed. Every gift counts!
👉 bolderoptions.org/gtm
#GTMD25 #MentoringMatters
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29 Oct 2025
"We really apprecaite the football team coming out here tonight to show our kids and community that they care and want to be involved."
The squad attended the annual @BolderOptions pumpkin carving contest and had a blast with @DThompsonMN! 🎃
#RTB #SkiUMah #Gophers
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10 Nov 2025
Hey Rochester! Join us for Happy Hour!
📅 Wed, Nov 12 | 🕔 5–7 PM
📍 The Purple Goat, 3708 N Broadway Ave
Meet our staff, hear mentor stories, and connect with the community. Bring a friend & raise a glass to making a difference! 🧡
👉 RSVP: bolderoptions.org/events
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5 Nov 2025
🏃♂️ Sawyer Foss is running 75 miles in one day in Japan—for Bolder Options youth mentoring!
Let’s help him surpass his $1500 goal! Every dollar counts. 💛
👉 Donate: givebutter.com/BoldChallenge…
#BoldChallenge #YouthMentoring #Ultramarathon
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4 Nov 2025
“The only thing I always hope for is that I hope she’ll be in my life for a long time.” – Joné, Bolder Options mentor. At 69, Joné found friendship, purpose, and joy through mentoring 10-year-old Sanaiya. Read their story of connection across generations: bolderoptions.org/post/a-fam…
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21 Oct 2025
30 years of impact.
30 years of leadership.
30 years of changing lives.
Congratulations to our President & CEO, Darrell Thompson, on 30 incredible years at Bolder Options! 🎉💛 #BolderOptions #MentoringMatters
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13 Aug 2025
Join us for an unforgettable evening of fun, food, and philanthropy at Bolder Options’ biggest night of the year!
📅 Thursday, September 18
🕠 5:30 – 9:00 PM
📍 Quincy Hall – 1325 Quincy St NE, Minneapolis
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6 Aug 2025
🎉 You're invited! 🎉
Join us for the Bolder Options Open House
🗓️ Aug 7 | 🕔 5–8 PM | 📍 2100 Stevens Ave, Mpls
🍦 Food, games, ice cream & music
🎯 Celebrate youth & community
✅ RSVP: bolderoptions.org/event-info…
🙏 Thanks to our sponsor: Grand Exteriors!
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4 Aug 2025
Sometimes it starts with a Google search.
Read how Derek found purpose through mentoring—and how you can too.
📖 Blog: bolderoptions.org/post/skate…
🌟 Be a mentor: bolderoptions.org/be-a-mento…
#BolderOptions #BeAMentor #MentoringWorks #YouthDevelopment
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30 Jul 2025
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From mentor to major supporter, Nate Peterson helped preserve the heart of Bolder Options with a generous gift from Renewal by Andersen. Thank you for kindness and making a lasting impact.
#MentoringMatters #BolderOptions #RenewalCares
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