Finding Community, Then Giving It Back
Kaydence first connected with OhanaHC during a time of transition at Wilde Lake High School. What she found was a sense of community and people who helped her feel supported.
Stories from Wilde Lake
Students, mentors and families from the Wilde Lake High School village.
Stories from Wilde Lake
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A Career Built Around Young People
For Chris Matthews, mentoring feels like a natural extension of the work he has spent more than two decades doing with students and families across Howard County Public Schools.
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From an Idea to a Community: The Beacon Features OhanaHC
What started with a question in 2020, “Could a long-term mentoring model make a difference for young people in Howard County?” has grown into a community of youth, mentors, families, schools, and supporters.
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Impact
OhanaHC in FY2026
- 67+ young people served in FY2026
- 192+ mentors and volunteers
- 8,000+ mentoring and volunteer hours
Impact
The outcomes funders ask about. 85% of parents noticed positive change, 94% of students report a trusted adult, and 80% of students report a stronger sense of belonging.
Annual Report
A full year of the work, published as a web page you can read on any device, with the PDF there too for anyone who wants it.