Mentor Application
We are now recruiting mentors for our Fall ‘26 Character Creation Program! Sign-up now and get ready for the most joyful, creative and meaningful volunteer opportunity in town.
*Note: exact dates & times are subject to change as school partners finalize their plans for the year
Fall 2026 Character Creation Program
Our mentors and students work together to create a one-of-a-kind character and costume based on the child’s imagination and values. Along the way, we spark imagination and build confidence. With the help and guidance from their creative mentors, kids can build a foundation of creative confidence.
In-person program held at Minneapolis Public Schools
Connect one-on-one with your very own little buddy for one to two hours a week for eight to ten weeks
Help your buddy imagine and design their own superhero character that creates change in their community
Bring the character to life by building a costume using our huge collection of art supplies
Celebrate your creation & participate in a costume parade, presentation, and professional photoshoot
Locations:
*Note: exact dates & times are subject to change as school partners finalize their plans for the year
Hall STEM Elementary School
Mondays 2:25 - 3:45
October 5th through December 14th
Lucy Laney Elementary School
Tuesdays 3:40-5:00
October 6th through December 15th
Bancroft Elementary School
Wednesdays 4:15-5:30
October 7th through December 16th
Whittier Elementary School
Thursdays 3:45-5:15
October 8th through December 17th
BE A SUPER BUDDY SUB!
Super Buddy Subs come to as many days of individual programming as they can, at any school. Super Buddies are paired with a student whose weekly buddy is missing. The Program Manager will reach out to you to create your schedule.
Advisory Board / Community Outreach
Join Art Buddies at events in the community!! You’ll meet cool people, have a great time, and make a difference! Be an Art Buddies Ambassador!! Contact program@artbuddies.org to join the Community Outreach Board
Art Buddies believes in being integral members of the schools and communities in which we serve. We join our communities by participating in cultural and art events, creative industry events, farmers markets, programming with the Midtown Global Market, and more!
Check out our calendar page for upcoming events!
Have a question or just want to be in touch? Send us a message!
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Thank you for your interest in being an Art Buddies mentor!
Let’s Create! Connect! Inspire!