Become a Mentor (Remote or In-Person)

About the role

We seek compassionate, dependable mentors to inspire and empower youth ages 8–25 through meaningful one-on-one relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic support through tutoring, college counseling, and resources.
• Offer career exploration, job readiness training, and internship opportunities.
• Promote healthy lifestyles with fitness activities, nutrition education, and mental health support.
• Facilitate personalized mentorship and support through programs like summer feeding and holiday gifting.
• Meet regularly with mentees, providing encouragement, accountability, and positive guidance.
• Engage in conversations that may cover topics such as academics, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, college and career exploration, STEM, mental wellness, life skills, or personal development.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Willing to complete the onboarding process, including an application, interview, reference checks, and a background screening.
• Strong communication skills, cultural humility, and a willingness to learn are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Open to mentors from all professional backgrounds and life experiences.
• No prior experience as an educator or counselor required.

Skills

• Patience
• Reliability
• Empathy
• Commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment

Benefits

• Opportunities for in-person mentoring when both mentor and parent/guardian are interested and the match is approved.
• Ongoing support from the Dream It Forward Foundation team throughout the mentorship journey.
• A chance to play a direct role in helping young people discover their strengths, build confidence, and prepare for successful futures.

Pay

Volunteer mentors are compensated through donations and grants, ensuring that the focus remains on supporting youth rather than financial compensation.

Schedule

Mentoring relationships are primarily virtual, allowing mentors to serve youth from anywhere in the United States. In-person mentoring may be available for those located near participating families.