Five Star Gift Ideas

It is great to know that your friend is passionate about youth mentoring. There are several meaningful and personalized gift ideas you can consider to show your friend that you respect their hobbies and interests.

1. Volunteer with them: You can gift your friend the opportunity to volunteer with them at a local youth mentoring organization. Find out programs in your area that aim to support and empower young people through mentorship. You can arrange the date and time ahead of time, pay for the transportation, and plan some activities or treat the youth to lunch or dinner, to make the experience more memorable.

2. Mentorship Handbook: A mentorship handbook can serve as an excellent resource for individuals who are passionate about youth mentoring. You can present this book to your friend to serve as a reference whenever they have a question about mentoring. A good option for this is "The Mentoring Handbook" by Lee Royle and Dr. Janice Steed.

3. Personalized Art: If your friend has a particular quote or phrase they tend to use when giving advice to their mentees, you can turn that into a personalized art item. You can craft or order a personalized canvas print or framed artwork that features this phrase. This item can serve as a daily reminder for your friend of the impact that their counseling and mentoring have on youth.

4. Certificate of Appreciation: Most times, mentors give their time, money, and resources to support their mentees. You can show your friend how much their effort and time mean to the lives they have touched. Creating a certificate of appreciation or a plaque can serve as a thoughtful and personalized way of recognizing your friend's efforts in mentoring. Besides, the certificate or plaque will demonstrate that their work is not going unnoticed.

5. Gift Card: A gift card to a local bookstore can provide an opportunity for your friend to purchase a book of their choice to expand their knowledge on mentorship further. The book can range from a personal narrative of a mentor, tips for mentorship, and strategies for building connection with mentees.

In conclusion, finding the perfect Christmas gift for your friend who is passionate about youth mentoring may seem overwhelming. However, by incorporating their interests and hobbies, we can create a thoughtful and personalized gift that will inspire and motivate them to continue making a difference.

Or you can get her/him a star map with an important date you share.