by Mendel | Feb 6, 2026 | Friendship & Inclusion
Teen volunteering with people who have special needs is one of the most impactful opportunities available, and Friendship Circle makes it easy to start. With 80+ chapters across the US and Canada, Friendship Circle pairs teen volunteers with individuals who have...
by Mendel | Feb 6, 2026 | Team Friendship
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is one of those experiences that changes how you see yourself. At 19,341 feet, it is the tallest freestanding mountain in the world and the highest peak in Africa. And unlike most mountains at that altitude, you do not need technical...
by Mendel | Feb 6, 2026 | Team Friendship
The Life Time Miami Marathon is one of the most popular winter marathons in the country. Warm weather, oceanfront views, and a flat course make it a bucket-list race for thousands of runners every year. But with demand growing, getting a spot is not always simple. If...
by Mendel | Feb 6, 2026 | Team Friendship
So you want to run the New York City Marathon. You are not alone. Over 165,000 people applied for the 2025 race, and only about 50,000 got to run. The lottery acceptance rate hovers around 18%. Running for Friendship Circle of Brooklyn When you join Team Friendship,...
by Mendel | Nov 13, 2025 | Family Resources
Volunteers are essential to life skills programs for young adults with special needs, providing personal connections that improve participants’ lives while promoting inclusion and reducing stigma. This article explores how to recruit, support, and retain...