Become a
mentor today

Be apart of The Collective, our Huntsville City Schools mentorship program!

Why mentor?

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Provide stability
Many teens in foster care lack consistent adults in their lives; mentors offer dependable guidance and support.
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Build life skills
Mentors help teens learn practical skills like budgeting, goal setting, and decision-making that prepare them for independence.
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Offer hope and encouragement
A caring voice can remind young people that their future is full of possibility and worth investing in.
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Create belonging
Mentors help teens feel seen, valued, and connected, countering the isolation that often comes with foster care.
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Model healthy relationships
Teens can learn what trust, respect, and encouragement look like in practice.
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Change the trajectory
A mentor’s influence can open doors to education, jobs, and community, breaking cycles of instability.

FAQs

Mentors can be adults (age 28+) who are dependable, compassionate, and committed to walking alongside a young person in foster care or aging out of foster care. No special degree or background is required—just a willingness to listen, encourage, and show up consistently.
We ask mentors to commit to at least one year of mentorship. On average, this looks like meeting or connecting bi-weekly(in person or virtually) and checking in regularly by phone or text.
Mentoring is about being a consistent support and guide. It might look like school support, helping with job applications, celebrating birthdays, talking through challenges, or just being a safe person to call.
Yes, we provide mentor orientation and ongoing training so you feel equipped to support your mentee. You’ll also have ongoing access to our staff for guidance and encouragement.
You won’t be alone. Our Mentor Program Director checks in regularly with both mentors and mentees. We also host mentor meetups and provide resources so you always feel supported.