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A common phrase among the hundreds of thousands of incarcerated youth and adults in our country is "Nobody cares about me." Partner with us to serve as a mentor to individuals who have been thrown away by society until now.

Volunteer with Us

Mentor a Child in the Juvenile Justice System

Our mentors often serve as one of the only positive influences in the life of at-risk youth involved in the juvenile justice system.  Change the life of a child by providing a sense of support and encouragement, helping them to recognize their worth and the opportunities available to them in the world.

Mentor an Adult in the Criminal Justice System

Formerly-incarcerated adults often experience a lack of support when they return to their communities after a period of incarceration.  Without support and guidance, a majority of formerly-incarcerated adults turn back to crime as a means of survival, as they often do not know any other way of life.  Providing a sense of support and encouragement to these individuals as they serve their sentences and transition back into their communities can make all the difference.

Mentor Requirements

Minimum 18-month commitment

Reside in or near county to which mentee will be returning upon release

Meet with mentee at least monthly but maintain frequent contact

Communicate with Community Change Center Administration at least monthly

Complete background check through facility where mentee is incarcerated

Establish rapport with clients during incarceration and continue developing post-release

Must be at least 21 years old

Set goals with mentee while they are incarcerated

Connect mentee with resources necessary to achieve their goals

Document all contact with mentee

Provide ongoing support for mentee

Engage client in the planning and goal-setting processes

Maturity and ability to handle mentoring responsibilities

Complete mandatory initial mentoring training session

Agreement to work without financial compensation

Subject to approval of Community Change Center and prison/detention staff

Maintain professional boundaries and interactions with mentee

Maintain confidentiality at all times to protect clients' privacy

Adhere to prison/detention's visitor guidelines, as applicable

Report a violation of any requirement to Community Change Center Administration immediately

Sign-Up to Volunteer as a Mentor

Formerly-incarcerated individuals are returning to their communities all over the state - we need volunteers everywhere!

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