Become a Mentor

Take Stock in Children students are matched with a caring adult mentor who meets with the student at his or her school for one hour per week.

A caring individual enhances the positive development of a child and helps them model their behaviors and attitudes towards a better, more promising future. This support and guidance, in the form of mentoring, contributes to creating an encouraging, nurturing environment that allows children to believe in themselves and their dreams.

Mentoring is the key to success for Take Stock in Children students. Nationwide research shows that if a young person is mentored they are 52% less likely to skip school, 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs, and 27% less likely to begin drinking alcohol. Take Stock in Children mentors commit their time to the students throughout the duration of their middle and high school careers. These mentors provide motivation, guidance, friendship, and support to help ensure the child's success in school and life.

Every new mentor will recieve mentor training and support prior to being matched with a mentee.

Become a mentor, invest in a child's life, and Take Stock in their future today.