Apex for Youth empowers underserved Asian and immigrant youth from low-income families in NYC to unlock their potential and a world of possibility.
Mentoring
“The people there are so incredibly dedicated to making us value who we are, not just being Asian Americans but the unique identity that comes with the person you are. And because of that, I am proud of who I am today.”
— High School Mentee
The Mentoring Program addresses the personal, educational, and social needs of middle and high school students through one-on-one caring relationships with adult volunteers. Mentoring pairs work together to develop and achieve specific goals throughout the school year. Apex offers middle school and high school mentoring in NYC and a new National Virtual Mentoring Program.
Our mentoring programs provide youth with opportunities to develop strong relationships with caring adults. We aim to nurture youth to become confident, college and career-ready individuals who play an active role in their communities.
If you are passionate about building genuine human relationships and interested in supporting young people in their journeys, consider becoming an Apex mentor!
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Application Process
Commitments
Responsibilities
Meet with your mentee at least twice a month, exact requirements vary by program
Support your mentee as they explore who they are, develop confidence in their self-identity, and navigate relationships, stress management, and planning for their future
Provide positive reinforcement to your mentee and a safe environment for them to share and talk with you
Challenge your mentee to think outside themselves and engage with issues in their community that they care about
Qualifications
For Mentors:
21+ years old
Able to commit meeting with a young person twice a month for at least two full years
Exhibit patience, positivity, and resourcefulness when navigating challenges with a mentee
Enjoy ongoing learning, are comfortable receiving and applying feedback from staff
Have a youth-centered mindset and empathy for young people
Value diversity, is non-judgmental
For Mentees:
Attend a school for grades 6-12
Have time to meet with a mentor twice a month for at least two years (middle school pairs meet at bi-monthly group workshops, high school pairs can meet one-on-one)
Have a personal interest in experiencing a mentoring relationship
Respond to communication from staff, including completing surveys, year-end reviews, and check-ins
Application Process
For Volunteers:
Submit an online application
Submit proof of COVID vaccination
Schedule and complete an in-person interview with program staff, a completed application process does not guarantee a match
Complete background check
If matched, complete a match meeting with mentee and program staff
Attend a new volunteer training
Attend program orientation
For Youth:
Submit an online application
Submit proof of COVID vaccination
Interview with program staff
*If matched, complete a match meeting with mentor and program staff*
*A completed application process does not guarantee a match*