About

Kinship mentoring program creates sustained, supported relationships proven to give kids the life skills they need to succeed.

Established in ​2005 

​LAMP serves Meeker County, MN residents.​  ​
LAMP-Kinship is an affiliate of Kinship, Inc.

Core Values (kinshipINC.)

  • The quality of Kinship service and relationships is more important than the quantity. Our standards reflect the importance of careful screening, matching and follow-up support of program participants.
  • We support a grassroots approach to providing service. Building upon the strength of local communities is vital to the success of local Kinship affiliates.
  • Dedicated volunteers are essential to our operation. Kinship provides the structure and organization for them to effectively serve children.
  • Kinship staff and volunteers are qualified, motivated and committed to our mission.
  • We believe in inclusiveness and collaborative efforts which bring people together of different races and creeds.
  • Regular, long-term relationships with a variety of adults are critical to healthy child development

Our Goal

​To connect youth with caring adults by promoting a relationship that provides mentoring, support, friendship and guidance.​

Our Team

Amie Bergquist
Donor Development Coordinator

amie@lampkinship.org
​320.699.1616

Jenna Haynie
Program Coordinator

jenna@lampkinship.org
​320.582.LAMP

LAMP-Kinship board members

Joanne Kotila
Bruce Dicke
Jackie McGhee
Paul Virnig
Jo Carlson
Malinda Larsen
​Jared Taber