Talbot Mentors recently thanked all of its volunteer mentors during a gathering at the home of board member Blenda Armistead and her husband, Bruce. The event was held to celebrate the volunteers’ caring and dedication, which makes the organization’s efforts possible on behalf of the students of Talbot County.

More than 60 mentors are currently matched with youngsters in the Talbot Mentors program. Executive Director Diana Trams thanked all the volunteers for their commitment and described the mentors’ impact in changing young lives.

“Talbot Mentors volunteers are special in demonstrating the level of commitment that it takes to develop an ongoing relationship with a child in need of a friend,” she explained. “We have many veteran mentors who have been matched for five years or more, and who have overcome the hurdles and challenges that come up in all relationships.”

The Talbot Mentors program provides numerous opportunities throughout the year for new mentors to learn from the experiences of those veteran volunteers, helping to ensure each match’s success.

Trams took the occasion to welcome new mentors Jenny Chambers, Peggy Davis, Miguel Dennis, Jim Eaton, Ellie Gang, Linda Langley and Don Schatz. More volunteers are welcome and encouraged in order to match students on the Talbot Mentors waiting list and those entering the program during the upcoming school year.

For more information, to make a contribution, or to volunteer as a mentor, call Talbot Mentors at 410-770-5999 or visitwww.talbotmentors.org.