Apply to be a mentor at Silver Lining Mentoring

When:
Thursday, Aug 01, 2024 8:00a -
Sunday, Oct 13, 2024 5:00p

Where:
Silver Lining Mentoring
Surrounding areas
Boston, MA

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Admission:
FREE

Categories:
Social Good, University

Event website:
https://www.silverliningmentoring.org/

Silver Lining Mentoring (SLM) is searching for adult volunteers to be mentors for a “Learn and Earn” program that will be taking place starting October 21.


What is Learn and Earn?

Learn & Earn is a 9-week program during which mentors and their mentees attend weekly workshops about financial literacy and career readiness. Apply by September 23 to take advantage of this opportunity and make a difference for foster youth in need.


Getting involved is a simple six-step process. For more information and to apply, email [email protected] with the subject line "Volunteering at Silver Lining Mentoring".


Mentors don't need any prior experience with these topics to participate! After completing the cohort, mentees & mentors can continue with their mentoring relationship through Community Based Mentoring


WHEN AND WHERE:

Starting on 10/21 in Lexington, MA


The Need

Currently nearly 2,000 young people are moving through the foster care system in the Greater Boston area, often moving more than four times every three years. This regular instability makes it difficult for youth to form consistent, fulfilling, and supportive relationships. You can help change that.


The Program

Silver Lining Mentoring is the only mentorship program in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts that’s designed specifically to support youth in foster care. Mentors are matched with a young person and develop a friendship with them, serving as a stable, consistent, and understanding presence during their time in foster care and a means of emotional support. 


You don’t need any prior training to be a mentor, just a caring heart and a willingness to support young people during a challenging transition. Mentors are 21+ years of age, are able to travel within the Greater Boston area, and can commit to one year of mentorship. 


The Impact

Mentoring can make a big difference in the life of a young person. 84% of young people that work with Silver Lining Mentoring report increased self confidence, social connectedness, and self growth as a result of the program. 



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