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Friendship Stories
August 2023
By Lulu Taylor, A Friendship Circle Teen Friend Meet Maxwell, My Friendship Circle Special Friend.
When Maxwell first started coming to Friendship Circle, he was shy and didn’t talk much. But over time, he has blossomed into a happy and confident child. Now, every time he walks into the Selkin Family Friendship Circle’s Inclusive Fun Zone, his face lights up!
I’m so glad that I get to be Maxwell’s Teen Friend at Friendship Circle. He’s taught me so much about patience, understanding, and acceptance. He’s also shown me that everyone has something special to offer.
We spend our time together playing with Legos, going down the slide, and participating in group activities like art and music circles. We always have so much fun together, and I can’t wait to see what the future holds for us.
Friendship Circle has brought immense happiness to both Maxwell and me. It’s a place where bonds are formed, barriers are broken, and hearts are filled with joy. I feel incredibly grateful to be a part of this extraordinary journey alongside my Special Friend, Maxwell.
If you’re a high school teenager and you’re looking for a way to make a difference in the life of a child, I encourage you to get involved with Friendship Circle. You won’t regret it!
Friendship Circle is a wonderful organization that provides a safe and supportive environment for children with special needs and their teen volunteers.
To learn more and sign up, visit FriendshipCircleNC.org/ TeenFriends
Friendship Circle is a project of Chabad of Charlotte and a Beneficiary Agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte.
