Impact a young life - Become a YouthBuild Mentor.
Can you think of a mentor you've had in your life? Someone whose wisdom, guidance, and support helped you become the person you are today? We believe those people are critical in every person's life, but especially in the lives of the at-risk youth we serve.
Our YouthBuild Program is seeking mentors. Mentors are a key part of the YouthBuild community. They support the learning, development, and life exploration of the students. Mentors become an integral component in the success of youth, both in the program and out.
What is YouthBuild Mentoring?
YouthBuild mentoring connectes adults from the community with YouthBuild students who are working on their diplomas or GEDs while also training for a career and developing leadership and life skills.
YouthBuild mentors provide both general encouragement and specialized support in helping our students achieve their dreams and plan for the future.
YouthBuild Mentors:
- Participate in service projects and other fun group and one-on-one activities and field trips
- Guide youth toward success in life goals
- Receive a wealth of support and training from staff
- Make a difference in youths’ lives
- Commit to a 12-month match of 4 hours a month involvement with youth
- HAVE TONS OF FUN
What is YouthBuild?
Founded in 1981 by Dorothy Stoneman, YouthBuild is a national organization with 260 programs in 44 states—Heart of Oregon Corps YouthBuild began in 2009, based in Sisters in partnership with Sisters School District.
Youth ages 16-24 transform their lives and roles in society through:
- Earning their GED, High school Diploma, or College Credits
- Learning job skills and leadership development
- Serving their community by building affordable housing, working in child and youth development and engaging in service projects
- Earning a stipend for work in the classroom and on the construction site
Youth in our program have dropped out of high school at some point in their academic career and have built 50+ affordable houses in Deschutes, Jefferson, and Crook Counties. Click here to learn more.
For more information, contact our team using the form below.
