Our Mentors are adults 18+ who can commit to at least four hours per month in-person with their Mentee for at least one year. Potential Mentors must complete the entire application process which includes an interview, comprehensive background screening, reference check, and online training. They must have a valid drivers license with current auto insurance.

Mentors from ALL backgrounds are needed, but there is a great need for men, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ folks.

A Mentor will:

Put the safety and well-being of their Mentee first at all times.

Be dependable, consistent, and patient.

Be a good friend.

Focus on fun!

Mentors are required to spend a minimum of four hours in person per month with their Mentee. You will work together with your Mentee’s caregiver to determine what schedule works best for everyone.

Research has shown that a mentoring relationships are most beneficial when they are long-term, which is why we ask that Mentors make a commitment of at least one year.

You will spent quality time building a trusting relationship with your Mentee. You will also help them get out into the community and experience new things.

Cook a meal together, visit your local library, attend a sports game. The sky is the limit!

Mentors are expected to share in the cost of activities, and it is recommended to keep activities free or low cost. Our Mentor Resources page has many ideas for local activities and events for you and your Mentee.

We work really hard at making a good match. We interview the family, the Mentee, and referral source - but we are not always right. If you feel at any time that your connection is not working, contact your Program Coordinator and they will assist you in finding the right match.

Once you are matched with a Mentee, you will receive monthly check-ins from you Program Coordinator. You can reach out to them at any point by phone or email for support or guidance.

Yes, you can volunteer and not be matched with a Mentee. If you wish to volunteer instead, you must complete the same steps as becoming a mentor. Volunteers are also required to commit to at least four hours per month.

Our participants come to us with a wide range of personal characteristics.

It is our goal to create a society where every young person has a web of supportive adults available to them as they form their identities, achieve their dreams, and reach their goals. Mentor Me™ values diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and racial justice, with the hope that we can tackle injustices and ensure a peaceful and prosperous future for all of our children.

Participant eligibility shall be determined without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.