Reach Out Mentoring Program

08/07/2026

The ROMP Youth wrapped up summer break with a fun day at Knoebels Amusement Resort! From rides and great food to games and time spent with friends, it was a great way to celebrate before heading back to school. We hope everyone had an awesome day and is ready for a great school year ahead!

08/06/2026

08/04/2026

Take me out to the ball game!!! ROMP enjoyed an afternoon at the Altoona Curve game for splash day.

07/27/2026

ROMP recently enjoyed an exciting day trip to Pittsburgh, filled with fun, learning, and unforgettable experiences.

The day began at the Museum of Illusions, where youth explored interactive exhibits, mind-bending optical illusions, and hands-on displays that sparked plenty of laughter. Everyone had the opportunity to take creative photos, solve puzzles, and experience illusions that amazed us all.

Following the museum visit, the group traveled to Acrisure Stadium for a behind-the-scenes tour of the iconic home of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Participants explored areas typically reserved for players and staff, including the locker rooms, field-level access, and other unique locations throughout the stadium. Along the way, they learned about the stadium's history and gained a new appreciation for one of Pittsburgh's most recognizable landmarks.

The trip was an opportunity for youth to enjoy new experiences and create lasting memories together. Thank you Dan and Beca McCloskey and C**t Smith for tagging along and helping!

07/14/2026

Reach Out Mentoring managed to stay cool in high temps swimming at the Jersey Shore Pool and drinking cotton candy slushies :)

07/14/2026

Reach Out Mentoring youth, don't forget to stop down to see the mosaic mural and find the tile you painted :)

06/30/2026

This past weekend, Reach Out Mentoring had the privilege of celebrating the amazing fathers and father figures in our program at Clinton Lanes. It was an evening of friendly competition, and meaningful time spent together—creating memories that will last long after the final frame was bowled.
Fathers and father figures play an invaluable role in the lives of young people. Their encouragement, guidance, and presence help build confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging. Whether it's offering advice, cheering from the sidelines, or simply showing up, those moments make a lasting impact.
At Reach Out Mentoring, we know that strong relationships help build stronger futures. We are grateful for every father, grandfather, uncle, mentor, coach, friends, mothers, and positive role models who invests their time, love, and wisdom into the next generation.
Thank you to everyone who joined us at Clinton Lanes to celebrate the incredible people who make a difference every day. Thank you to the volunteers who helped with the evening and Dan McCloskey for your meaningful speech.

06/30/2026

Thanks to the Lock Haven YMCA for Reach Out Mentoring's pool time. We love our local YMCA!

06/17/2026

Our Reach Out Mentoring youth recently had an opportunity to visit the Corning Museum of Glass in New York! The trip was filled with learning, exploration, and inspiration as our youth experienced the fascinating art, science, and history of glassmaking.

From watching live glassblowing demonstrations to exploring interactive exhibits, the students we able to have an experience that could spark curiosity, and encourage them to dream big!