You already know this: A supportive environment and mentoring play critical roles to ensure young people become productive, responsible, and caring citizens.

But did you know this: Over 15 million children spend significant time at home or on the streets with no adult care or supervision?

In addition to protecting you and your family from policies that impact your home and wallet, your local REALTOR® associations help raise funds, do volunteer work and support local programs in many other ways in order to strengthen the fabric that holds communities together.

For example, REALTORS® are partnering with local Boys & Girls Clubs of America, offering time and resources to make a difference in the lives of young people in need.

“Every REALTOR® knows building strong communities is an important part of the job.” – Tom Salomone, NAR President

By working with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, REALTORS® are contributing in meaningful ways to the lives of children in neighborhoods across the country.

Local REALTOR® Associations are teaming up with their local Boys & Girls Club to do a number of wide-ranging projects such as:

• Clean Up Days
• Tutoring Assistance
• Career Days

Tell us what you think about the role REALTORS® play in supporting your communities and children, or email your questions to asktheexpert@shariolefson.com