Are you considering investing in the lives of others as a Mentor in Memphis? For a young person in this city, you’ve got just enough insight to share, words of encouragement to speak, and care to give.
Here are 6 ways to become a Mentor in Memphis:
The Grizzlies Foundation delivers critical resources to encourage and enable youth mentorship in Memphis, providing funding and technical support for thousands of mentors and mentees around the city.
In partnership with local organizations and institutions like New Ballet Ensemble, Streets Ministries, and LITE Memphis, there is a variety of opportunities to invest your time towards tending to the success of the next generation.
Close your eyes, and try to remember everything you went through during high school. Now, imagine what it would have been like if you’d had a mentor to help you navigate it all—the highs and lows of developing new relationships, the prep for college and career readiness, the search for the perfect prom fit, etc.
Memphis Athletic Ministries’ Amplify Mentor Program pairs caring adults with budding high school students to conquer all of the above, and more. There are both in-person and virtual mentoring opportunities available for you to make you mark on a young Memphian’s journey.
There are so many pathways to success, and you could help a middle or high school student determine what theirs looks like through the Streets Ministries “Pathways” Program. They have mentees who are eagerly waiting to be paired with mentors that will dedicate one hour per week to provide guidance, emotional support, motivation, and more.
Crosstown High’s work-based learning program is seeking professionals to mentor and provide employment for high school students. This initiative not only equips students with real-world experience but also allows companies to engage with fresh talent and foster mentorship. If you want to make a difference in a student’s career journey, this is the perfect mentorship opportunity.
Choose901 Alumni offers support to Memphis youth for 10 years post high school graduation during their most fragile years of job searching. Mentorship opportunities include providing guidance in resume building, job applications, interview preparation, career mapping, and financial planning. You could also host workplace tours, offer professional development workshops, or help students with scholarship applications. A little bit of help can go a long way for someone just starting out!
Every week, local professionals spend 25 minutes of their lunch break hanging out with awesome 6th-grade GP Brothers. It’s not just about sharing a meal – it’s about building friendships, offering guidance, and being a positive role model. These mentors show they care by helping young men develop the character and skills to crush life’s challenges and shine in school. Just one lunch at a time can help shape future leaders.
There are even more opportunities for you to make a difference as a Mentor in Memphis!
Learn more about getting involved from the following organizations and programs:
ALREADY A MENTOR?
We hope you feel inspired to step up for our city’s youth! If you’re already a mentor, tell us about your experience. Who knows… Maybe your story will encourage even more Memphians to make a difference.
