The New York State Mentoring Program
Why Mentor?
Children who succeed despite overwhelming personal, economic and social obstacles do so often because of a caring adult in their lives. Mentoring outcomes include greater participation in school, improved attendance, higher graduation and college admission rates, and better overall performance.
What We Do
The New York State Mentoring Program creates supportive Mentor relationships for students at risk of dropping out of school. This unique program takes place in a school-based setting, one-to-one between the mentor and mentee with a school coordinator present who is selected by the principal. The program provides background checks and training for volunteer mentors and mentees.
How to Become a Mentor
Get involved by filling out the Mentoring Application or call us at 1-844-337-6304. After your application is received, an appointment will be made for you to interview with a Program Director. Once you are a trained Mentor, you will be matched with a Mentee at a nearby school and contact you about a start date.
Become a Mentor for New York State's Youth
Benefits of Mentorship
Learn how Mentoring impacts the trajectory of students’ education, life skills and professional careers.
How it Works
Learn how The New York State Mentoring Program works to pair Mentors from businesses with children in need around New York State.
Get Involved: Become a Mentor
Become a Mentor and make a difference in a young person's life.
About The New York State Mentoring Program
Matilda Cuomo Biography
Matilda Raffa Cuomo has long been a respected and distinguished advocate on behalf of women, children and families.
NYS Mentoring Advisory Council
Learn more about the members and their roles and responsibilities.
Contact
If you have questions about The New York State Mentoring Program, please call 1-844-337-6304 or email us at NYSMentoringprogram@ny.gov.