Brighter Futures Mentorship Program
Youth transitioning out of foster care often face adulthood alone—without the guidance, encouragement, or connection most young adults rely on. Through the Brighter Futures Mentorship Program, you can change that.
Mentors are matched with youth ages 16–21 who have experienced foster care and are working toward independence. These young people are navigating school, jobs, housing, and healing from trauma—your presence can offer hope, stability, and real-world advice.
Mentors are matched with youth ages 16–21 who have experienced foster care and are working toward independence. These young people are navigating school, jobs, housing, and healing from trauma—your presence can offer hope, stability, and real-world advice.
What Do Mentors Do?
Mentors build consistent, supportive relationships with youth by:
- Meeting regularly for casual check-ins, meals, or shared activities
- Helping set and achieve personal goals
- Offering guidance on school, work, budgeting, and life skills
- Being a dependable, non-judgmental presence
- Encouraging growth, resilience, and connection
No Experience Required — Just Commitment and Heart
We’ll guide you every step of the way. Mentors complete:
- A background check and screening process to ensure youth safety
- Initial training focused on trauma-informed care, boundaries, and communication
- Ongoing support from our Brighter Futures team
- A flexible time commitment: around 6–8 hours per month
- Verification of a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and proof of current car insurance
Why Mentoring Matters
Only 3% of youth who age out of foster care earn a college degree by 25. Nearly half are unemployed by age 26. But with a mentor, young people are more likely to stay in school, find stable employment, and build lasting relationships.
You can be the difference.
You can be the difference.
