Who this is for
Child Mentorship supports foster, adopted, and at-risk youth who benefit from consistent guidance, encouragement, and positive adult relationships.
Programs
Child Mentorship
Mentors help children and young people build positive academic, career, and personal goals.
What mentors do
Mentors show up consistently, listen without judgment, encourage school and life goals, and model positive choices. Legacy program language describes mentors as adult volunteers who commit to supporting, guiding, and being a friend and role model to a young person.
FAQs
Do mentors need experience?
Experience with youth is helpful, but the most important qualities are consistency, patience, good judgment, and a willingness to follow Down 7 Up 8 requirements.
Is a background check required?
Mentorship roles involving direct youth support should require screening and background checks.