Become A Mentor

Become a mentor

Becoming a mentor is one of the most fun, rewarding, and life-changing experiences you will ever have, and our staff is here to support you along each and every step of the way.

There are MANY ways to get involved! Learn about which program fits you best! Can't decide? Schedule a call!

Get Started: Schedule A Call

Schedule a Call

Schedule a call to learn more about our programs and see which one would best fit you!

Get Interviewed

Our staff takes the time to get to know you and your interests! This helps us make successful matches!

Get Matched

Our staff will reach out with a potential youth we think you would match well with and confirm a match!

Meet Your Youth

Now the fun begins! We'll introduce you to your youth and help you plan your first solo outing together.

What Is the time commitment to become a mentor?

Each program is different however we do ask for a year commitment from volunteers to best make an impact in the program. Community-based programs ask for a minimum of 2 match outings a month for a couple hours. School-based mentors will meet their mentees during an afterschool program (1-2 times a week) that is facilitated by our case managers. Site-based mentors will meet their mentees at a current program site (1-2 times a week) that is facilitated by our case managers. Maui Mentor Center mentors meet 3 times a week (afterschool) with Mentor Mondays and Tutoring (Tuesdays/Thursdays). ʻAʻALIʻI Mentoring mentors meet once a month with their mentors in a facilitated session with our case manager.

what are the BEnefits of mentoring?

Mentoring benefits not only youth, but also the mentors themselves—often equally or more
Mentors gain:

Patience
Empathy
Cultural competence

Mentors often rediscover joy and playfulness in their lives

76% of mentors report improved self-esteem and a stronger sense of purpose
90% of alumni mentors say their mentee impacted their life more than they impacted their mentee

Workplace Benefits - Employees who mentor show:

Higher engagement
Lower turnover
Stronger leadership skills

Mentors develop:

Coaching skills
Cross-cultural competence
Emotional intelligence

what impact will i make becoming a mentor?

Research shows that:

40% of youth are persistently sad or hopeless
20% of young people (ages 3-17) has a mental, emotional, developmental, or behavioral disorder
The U.S. Surgeon General has declared loneliness a public health crisis

With your mentorship, mentored youth:

20% have reduction in depressive symptoms
46% are less likely to begin using illegal drugs
Perform better academically
Exhibit fewer behavioral problems
20% are more likely to enroll in college