Apex for Youth
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!
- 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
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
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*
- Commit to the participation requirements for your program of choice
- Attend mandatory trainings
- Attend check in calls with staff
If you are interested in becoming a mentor, submit your application below:
Questions? Email us at: mentoring@apexforyouth.org
