WHAT TO EXPECT:
- One-to-One Mentorship: We pair volunteers with children facing challenges, providing them with positive support and guidance.
- Flexible & Fun Meetups: Mentors and mentees meet 2-4 times a month, engaging in free or low-cost activities approved by the child’s guardian.
- One-Year Commitment: Mentors commit to at least one year, ensuring stability and meaningful impact.
- Ongoing Support: BBBSU provides continuous resources and guidance to mentors, mentees, and families throughout the program.
Our Programs
Community Program
- Flexible & Fun Meetups:Meet with your mentee in the community 2-4 times a month
- Choose Your Own Adventure:These meetings can involve a wide range of activities, agreed upon by both you and your mentee, with approval by their parent or guardian. We advocate for low-cost or free one-on-one activities that promote positive outcomes.
High School Program
- College & Career Focused Mentorship:Mentor2.0 pairs high school students in Salt Lake County with mentors who help guide their path to college or career success.
- Tech-Enabled Communication:Mentors and students engage weekly through the iMentor platform, with structured guidance and curriculum.
- Monthly In-Person Events:Mentors attend one event per month at partner high schools, practicing interpersonal skills with their mentee.
Elementary School Program
- Structured, On-Site Mentoring:Bigs and Littles meet weekly for 60-90 minutes at elementary school sites, after school.
- Flexible Mentor Options:Mentors can be adults or high school students (freshmen to juniors), while Littles are aged 6 to 11.
- Available in Select Counties:Offered in Salt Lake, Summit, and Washington Counties, as well as Clearfield.
Not ready to become a mentor? You can still help—refer a friend, share our mission, donate, or host a workplace info session.Explore other ways to get involved