Make a difference. Become a mentor.

Mentors and role models can make a life-changing impact for youth in our state. There are many Delaware organizations that support mentoring to help foster positive relationships for Delaware students.

Governor Carney signed a proclamation to declare January as Mentoring Month and included a proposal for a Statewide Mentoring Coordinator in his Fiscal Year 2024 budget.

Why Mentoring is Important:

  • Students are facing significant challenges after the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Young adults with mentors are 55% less likely than their peers to skip school.
  • Having a supportive adult increases educational and social outcomes for young people

Steps to Mentor:

Step 1: Apply

Volunteer mentors will visit the State of Delaware Mentoring website to complete their application.

Step 2: Screen

Once approved, mentors must complete a background check with the Delaware State Police. Vouchers are available to help offset costs.

Step 3: Train

A member of our team will contact you regarding training. We are partnering with Connecting Generations to provide qualified candidates with a two-hour, virtual training.

Step 4: Coordinate

Qualified mentors will be connected with the district/charter to coordinate mentoring for students in need.

Step 5: Mentor!

The application process is complete, and the applicant begins mentoring a student. Thank you for signing up to mentor students in the State of Delaware. Our students and community thank you for your efforts!

Interested in Partnering with a School District?

Are you an employer or private company looking to make a difference? Sign up below to partner with a school district and provide mentors to students in your community.