MENTOR

You know the power of mentoring. Encourage your network to visit the Mentoring Connector. All it takes is a few clicks to connect them to life-changing opportunities. Help us spread the word and grow the movement. ❤️ 🔗bit.ly/4blpqSz #MentoringMatters #HeartWork

Mentors play a powerful role in creating safe, trauma-informed spaces for youth who need them most, especially those affected by violence. 💙 Learn how you can help: bit.ly/3nSkA7m #StopChildAbuse #MentoringMatters #HeartWork #ChildAbusePreventionMonth

Mentoring is showing up—sharing your time, energy, and heart to be a safe space. That willingness to give is special. Whether you lead a program or support a young person, YOU keep this movement going. Thank you for your generosity. ❤️ #MentoringMatters #HeartWork

‍We celebrate the resilience & strength of transgender & gender non-conforming communities, while acknowledging the unique challenges they face. Mentoring can be a powerful source of support & comfort. Explore our resources to learn more 👉mentoring.org/pride

Rest is radical. What does it mean to prioritize time off as a program founder, and how can you empower your team when you step away for a short while? #FemaleFounders #WomenInLeadership #WomensHistoryMonth #MentoringMatters #HeartWork

Check out The Elements of Effective Practice for Mentoring™ — the essential evidence-based guide to building high-quality mentoring programs. Get proven strategies, tools, and tips 👉 eepm.mentoring.org #MentoringMatters #HeartWork #EEPM

Mentors do NOT need to have all the answers, all they need to do is show up!👏

Knowing whether or not to say 'yes' to an opportunity can be an agonizing decision, especially for new program leaders. Hear from Jaleesa Hall, a successful founder, as she shares more about what her discernment process looks like. #WomensHistoryMonth #MentoringMatters

Each of us is linked to the mentoring movement through unique stories, and specific points in our lives where mentors played a key role. MENTOR board member, Ahin Thomas told us about what mentoring means to him and why supports our work. What's your link to the movement?

Help mentors navigate tough conversations with confidence. 🛠️Our online Motivational Interviewing Toolkit offers practical strategies to support youth toward positive change. 👉 Get started: bit.ly/4qEDkoh

New data alert! 📊 We surveyed 1,000+ mentoring professionals, and the results show promising trends alongside hard truths. We're working to turn these insights into real-world action to better support your work. Learn more at🔗 mentoring.org/resource/movem…

Growing up is hard. But your words can make all the difference. This #KidDay, write a letter. Send a text. Make a call. Tell a young person why they matter. It's free. It's easy. It's life-changing. ✨ Campfire.org/kidday #HeartWork #MentoringMatters

Introducing our next #Heartbeat: Ahin Thomas! He joined MENTOR's board last year, but has always been passionate about connecting young people to opportunities. We sat down with him, and he told us all about his first mentor! Who was yours? 💬 #MentoringMatters #HeartWork

For 25+ years, Wide Angle Youth Media has trained nearly 10,000 young people in media arts, creating pathways to education & careers. We spoke with producer Jeffrey Obike at the 2026 Summit about why mentoring is central to their mission. 👉Swipe for more!

Dreams lie beyond comfort zones, a scary place for girls told they have limits. That's why we must help them push boundaries, revisit their dreams, and try. That's exactly what Vanessa's mentor did for her. Listen now!

In his final #Heartbeats feature, MENTOR board member Sean Hudson describes us in 3 words, and offers a word of advice to any one looking for a mentor. Thank you, Sean, for supporting young people in all the work that you do!💙 #HeartWork #MentoringMatters

Welcome back to Summit Snacks! 🍿 Ahmad founded The House of Wisdom 6 years ago with $300 from his garage. A first-gen student & immigrant, he ensures refugee & underserved youth don't navigate life alone. Swipe for his top 5 insights on culturally responsive mentoring!

At this year's Summit, Wide Angle Youth Media captured it all. For 25+ years, this Baltimore-based org has trained nearly 9,000 young people in media arts, launching careers & education. Producer Jeffrey Obike shared why every young person needs a mentor. Stay tuned for more!

Women are superheroes, bettering themselves while uplifting their communities. For Jaleesa Hall & friends, diversifying hobbies grew into a campus org that sparked years of community impact. 🦸🏽‍♀️ Jaleesa later founded Raising A Village Foundation to keep enriching lives.

Why are young people driven to working in the social impact sector? Hear from Odist Powell, Youth Development Director at the YMCA of Richmond, and 2026 National Mentoring Summit mainstage panelist on why he's choosing to build a career in the mentoring movement.