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NextGen Mentoring

Why Does Mentoring Help?

Quality mentoring programs are proven to build relationships that help improve school attendance and academic achievement, promote responsible decision-making, and provide relationship skills – at school, socially, and at home.

Which Program Works Best For You?

NextGen Mentoring - Empowering Youth for their future

A report by MENTOR:  The National Mentoring Partnership found that young adults who were at risk for not completing high school but who had a mentor were:

  • 55% more likely to be enrolled in college than those who did not have a mentor.
  • 81% more likely to report participating regularly in sports or extracurricular activities.
  • More than twice as likely to say they held a leadership position in a club or sports team.
  • 78% more likely to volunteer regularly in their communities.

Join The Program (Youth):

  • Be 10-21 years of age
  • Must live in Uinta County
  • Have a disability or be at-risk
  • Complete a youth application and interview
  • Contact mentor on a weekly basis
A youth with her mentor

Become A Mentor:

  • Be 21 years old or older
  • Submit to a background check
  • Have weekly contact with youth
  • Complete Mentor Training

Community Involvement

Independent Living

Self-Esteem

Healthy Relationships

Education & Employment

Empowering Youth For Their Future