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We believe every child benefits from having caring adults in their corner, and that every adult can use a kid to help them laugh more and remember what really matters!
Our neighborhood-based mentoring program pairs kids with thoughtful, committed adult mentors. Right now, we have about 10 long-term matches, each one thoughtfully paired based on personality, interests, and life rhythms. These relationships grow through simple, consistent time together. No need for elaborate outings. The heart of it is showing up and building trust, week by week.
Mentors commit to spending time with their mentee once a week for about two hours. We provide plenty of support, from training to regular check-ins and access to free, local activities, so you’re never in it alone. You’ll need reliable transportation and a steady weekly time slot, but most importantly, a heart for building a genuine friendship.
The initial commitment is for one year, but many matches stay connected well beyond. It’s amazing what can grow from showing up, being present, and sharing everyday life.
*Interested in being a mentor? See the process below.
*Interested in having your child matched with a mentor? Contact us!
*Current Mentors--Here are the links to
It is our hope to cultivate mentoring relationships that will last a lifetime, so we are thoughtful and thorough in our matching process, knowing that mentors will have a profound impact on a child's and family's life, and vice versa.
We want our mentors to be as ready and equipped as possible. Relationships are all unique and intricate, but our staff is here to support our mentors in the good times and the hard times.
This is our matching process:
Step 1
Step 1
Complete an online mentor application.
Complete the online application below or contact Laura at lauram@heightsofhope.org with any questions you have.
Step 2
Step 2
Attend a 4-hour Mentor Training.
We will share information about our mission, vision, history, and expectations and walk through everything you need to know to prepare you to begin a mentoring relationship.
Step 3
Step 3
Interview with HOH staff.
We schedule a 1 hour interview to get to know you and make sure our mentoring program is a good fit for you. Knowing our mentors well is incredibly important in our matching process.
Step 4
Step 4
Background check and references.
At this point, if you decide to pursue a mentoring relationship, Heights of Hope will conduct a background check and reach out to your references to ensure the safety of our participants.
Step 5
Step 5
Meet your mentee and their family.
This is when the match takes place! Your Mentoring Coordinator will set up an initial meeting for you to meet your mentee and their parent/guardian at their home or the Community Center. At the match meeting, you get to know each other, sign our mentoring contract, and go over a handful of details to get you started on the right foot.
Step 6
Step 6
Begin regular meetings with your mentee.
In the beginning, we encourage matches to meet at a set day and time each week. You, your mentee, and their parents decide where and how to spend your time, with guidance and options from HOH. Begin by completing a provided get-to-know-you activity that will help guide your match.
Step 7
Step 7
Receive ongoing support and guidance.
Your Mentoring Coordinator will be in regular communication, checking in often, providing ideas for activities, and hosting fun events. Mentors keep a record of all get togethers and can reach out for support at any time.
Step 8
Step 8
Attend a Match Review.
Every year, we'll get back together with the mentor, mentee, parents, and Mentoring Coordinator. If things are going well, we'll celebrate your match and plan changes and goals for the next year!
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