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LTD Program Mentor Volunteer Description

MENTOR DESCRIPTION PURPOSE:

Living the Dream Program Inc (LTD) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to mentor youth who live in underserved communities, and to expose them to cities throughout the nation.

TIME COMMITMENT:

LTD’s minimum commitment is 12 months. Matches meet once a week for 1 hour per week (4 hours/month).

WHAT LTD MENTORS DO:

Individual activities with your mentee are up to the two of you. Examples are to talk over coffee, go for a hike, play soccer, assist mentee in applying for jobs, share a meal, etc. Participate in quarterly LTD-sponsored group activities. Examples are attending a Jaguars or 49ers game, horseback riding, fishing, a beach BBQ, go-kart racing, and a ropes course. Morning motivational text and phone calls are highly encouraged as well.

REQUIREMENTS FOR LTD MENTORS:

Be a minimum of 21 years old. Pass a criminal background check through the Department of Justice. Have a desire to connect with and support youth who are involved in the juvenile justice system. Have a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation. Be responsible, reliable, and willing to engage in written and oral advocacy on behalf of their mentee.

TRAINING/SUPPORT FOR OUR MENTORS:

8 hours of initial training and orientation (mandatory). 1-hour follow-up training’s once every three months on a Saturday morning (mandatory). Regular contact with a LTD Mentor Program Manager for personalized support, advice, and encouragement. Contact by phone, email, or in person according to your preference.

VOLUNTEER BENEFITS:

Make a sustainable, long-term difference in your community. Get experience with youth who are involved in the juvenile system in addition to working with youth who need a positive role model to help them succeed in life. Experience the glory of seeing a youth smile by sharing their success!

BECOME A MENTOR:

Go to www.Livingthedreamprogram.org to apply online. For more information, contact our Match Manager, Joe Bates, at Jbates@ltdinc.org or (510) 875-4495.

"I just wish i had a good role model" - underserved youth