Mentoring
Mentors
Create Brighter Futures for Youth Today!
Mentors are community volunteers passionate about creating positive change among the younger generation. They play the role of a dependable adult friend that provides guidance and support to their mentee.
Mentees
Any youth who already attends the AYCC After School Programs is eligible to request a mentor!
The AMP UP (Alfond Mentor Program: Uplifting Potential) program aims to enhance communication skills, social development and other learning skills for After School Program youth ages 5-12. By providing intentional interactions with vetted community members, our youth will develop a greater love and appreciation for interpersonal connections, an excitement for learning and most importantly-a better understanding of themselves!
HOW DO I GET A MENTOR?
- Attend the AYCC After School Program
- Have parent/guardian permission.
- Complete the parent/guardian interest survey
- We’ll match you with a prospective mentor
- Meet with mentor 1:1 weekly for a year
WHO CAN BE A MENTOR?
- Any adult 18 or older – we provide the training!
- Has the desire to work with children and promote positive youth development
- Completes all pre-match training and background checks
WHAT IS THE MENTORS ROLE?
- Be a friend
- Exemplify positive characteristic traits
- Be a consistent, supportive presence
- Benefit child’s development
IN PERSON MENTORING
- Meet one hour each week at AYCC (Current ASP hours: 8:00am – 5:30pm)
- One year time commitment
- In-person training
VIRTUAL MENTORING
- Meet 30-45 min a week over video call
- One year time commitment
- Stable internet connection & technology access
- Online training
BENEFITS
- Build connection with your community’s younger population
- Learn new skills
- Receive extensive mentor training and support
- Opportunity to make a difference in a child’s life
- Eligible for a discounted AYCC membership and free use of the facilities after mentoring s