Bona Buddies - St. Bonaventure University Ministries

McGinley-Carney Center for Franciscan Ministry St. Bonaventure University Saint Bonaventure, NY 14778 www.sbu.edu/campus-life
Main Phone
716-375-2697

Fax
716-375-2055

Primary Services
Mentoring Programs

Description
After-school, on-campus mentor program for children in the area, ages 5-15. The ideal Bona Buddies applicant is a young person who would benefit from a healthy and engaging relationship with a college student mentor. Application required and referrals accepted. Program runs September to May each year.

Hours
Program: Monday-Friday, 4pm-6pm.

Office: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm.

Eligibility
Youth ages 5-15 who would benefit from a healthy and engaging relationship with a college student mentor.

Service Area: City of Olean.

Intake Process
Application required. Referrals accepted. Call for more information.

Program Fees
Free.

Handicap Accessible?
No

Date of Official Change
May 23, 2025

Contacts
General Email (Primary)
bonabud@sbu.edu
Mike (Hiryu) Waseda
Assistant Director, Franciscan Center for Social Concern
hwaseda@sbu.edu