Mission and Vision
Our Mission
Create and Support one-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
We see every young person not for where they are — but for where they’re going.
We welcome all youth into our program. Backed by over a century of proven impact, our expertise lies in supporting those who face greater challenges — including poverty, exposure to violence or trauma, parental incarceration, rural isolation, involvement with the justice system, or referrals related to social, emotional, or behavioral needs.
Our Vision
All youth achieve their full potential.
At the heart of our vision is a simple truth: when caring adults come together, young people flourish. That’s why we partner with parents, mentors, educators, employers, healthcare providers, and other caring adults — forming a strong circle of support around every child we serve. Together, we hold ourselves accountable for helping each young person in our program achieve:
Positive decision-making and the avoidance of risky behaviors
Higher aspirations, increased
self-confidence, and stronger relationships
Academic growth, motivation, and
long-term success
Improved social skills and greater emotional, physical, and mental well-being