Advocacy and Education

January is National Mentoring Month

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News from our Mentor Coach Team! January is National Mentoring Month, and we are thrilled to celebrate all month long! Join us in recognizing the incredible contributions of our mentors and the profound impact they have on our community.

  • Stay Tuned on Social Media and Email: Follow us for exciting updates and inspiring videos throughout the month.
  • News Briefing with Mayor Lily Wu: Mayor Wu will announce National Mentor Month on Jan 9th at the weekly news briefing.
  • Mentor Appreciation Lunch: We are hosting a special lunch on Jan. 23 to express our gratitude to our dedicated mentors. This event is our way of saying thank you for their unwavering support and commitment.
  • Mentor Training on January 27: Interested in becoming a mentor? Bring your friends and family to our mentor training session on January 27. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about mentoring and how you can make a difference.

The Power of Mentoring

The numbers speak for themselves – mentoring has a powerful impact. Join us in celebrating and promoting the life-changing benefits of mentoring. A few hours a week has a lifelong impact on the youth and the community.

92% are more likely to volunteer regularly in their communities

74% of those who had a meaningful mentor say that person contributed significantly to their success later in life.

85% of young people with a mentor say this key relationship has helped them with issues related to school and their education.

58% of young people say their mentor has supported their mental health.

60% of those under 40 years old are still drawing advice from their childhood mentors.