Change the world one relationship at a time! Team Up Mentoring enables at-risk youth, ages 6-17, to benefit from supportive and trusting one-on-one match relationships with adults, from all segments of society, who are at least 20 years of age. The adult mentors commit to spending several hours per week for a year with their mentees. The focus is on building a trusting relationship in order to help the young person with character, social and leadership development. The adult mentor offers the mentee support, friendship, and encouragement.
Mentor Role
Trusted guide or friend
Caring, responsible adult
Positive role model
Good listener
Time Commitment
Meet several hours/week for 1 year
Attend optional mentor/mentee group events, mentor support groups, and program recognition events
Stay in monthly contact with your match support specialist
Participation Requirements
Be at least 20 years old
Reside in the South Hampton Roads area
Be interested in working with young people
Attend mandatory mentor orientation and training session
Have access to an automobile, auto insurance, and a good driving record
Desirable Qualities
Know how to have fun
Be flexible and open
Have respect for other points of view
Have the ability to empathize with another person’s struggles
Be friendly
Be a good listener
Benefits
Knowing you are making a difference in someone’s life
Seeing your mentee smile when you pick him or her up
