California Funders for Boys and Men of Color (CFBMoC) is excited to partner with MENTOR California to convene a cohort of grantees to inform the development of a 5-year education system blueprint in Sacramento-San Joaquin Valley. CFBMoC has awarded a total of $300,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations working to increase the number of boys and men of color pursuing and completing a post-secondary degree or career technical certificate program by 2030. Mentor California will provide training and technical support, co-convening the cohort of grantee partners to collaboratively create a comprehensive education blueprint. Focusing on uplifting the inherent strengths and potential of boys of color, the blueprint will consist of resources such as curriculum design, culturally relevant teaching practices, mentorship models, mental health support, community engagement strategies, and resources for advancing systemic change through policy development. “MENTOR California is thrilled to partner with the California Funders for Boys and Men of Color to design an education blueprint alongside our dedicated community partners, creating a transformative path for boys of color—one that celebrates their brilliance, supports their growth, and opens doors to limitless possibilities” - Marcus Strother, Executive Director, MENTOR California “Students of color deserve expanded support to reduce racial disparities in college enrollment and completion. By leveraging the power of mentorship and investing in community-driven solutions, this blueprint will lay a foundation for academic success and well-being for the next generation. We’re excited to partner with MENTOR California in building a future where every young man of color has pathways to thrive.” - Chet P. Hewitt Founding CEO, Sierra Health Foundation
MENTOR California
非盈利组织
Oakland，California 4,158 位关注者
The Unifying Champion of Mentoring in the State of California!
关于我们
MENTOR’s mission is to increase both the quality and quantity of youth mentoring in America and close the mentoring gap for the one in three young people growing up without a mentor outside their family. For nearly 30 years, MENTOR has served the mentoring field by providing a public voice; developing and delivering resources to mentoring programs nationwide; and promoting quality for mentoring through evidence-based standards, innovative research and essential tools.
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https://www.mentorcaliforniayouth.org
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1000 Broadway
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As we continue our 35th anniversary celebrations, we’re excited to shine a light on MENTOR California, a leader in fostering meaningful connections and empowering communities across the Golden State!?? MENTOR California stands out for its work in building relationship-centered communities, as well as strong and supportive networks that uplift mentoring relationships and create change. ?They’ve also forged unique partnerships with California’s professional and collegiate sports teams, engaging athletes and organizational staff as mentors, both to inspire youth and to promote the power of mentoring. They keep the "Mentoring Mindset" at the heart of all their work, using this approach that equips individuals with the skills and attitudes needed to be effective mentors in all areas of life. Join us in celebrating MENTOR California and their incredible contributions to the mentoring movement! #MentoringAmplifies #MENTOR35
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A few weeks ago I was blessed with the opportunity to speak on behalf of 2K at the Golden State Warriors for National Mentorship Month. It meant the world to me to sit down and speak with students who look just like me, and to share with them that all of this is possible with faith, consistency and hard work. I started this journey at 2K almost 8 years ago with an email from Ronnie Singh, so to sit alongside him on stage after all these years was an honor and a dream come true. Special thanks to Erica Archambault McCabe for thinking of me and trusting me to share my story. Also, major shouts to Marcus Strother with MENTOR California for connecting the dots and making a difference for so many students across the country.
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Founder & Executive Director of Self-eSTEM | STEM Advocate | Speaker | Angel Investor | #OneOfOne
BIG Self-eSTEM #SWOOSH ?? to the Golden State Valkyries and MENTOR California for the Mentors Need Love Too event! It was an inspiring gathering that highlighted the power of mentorship and its impact on our communities. Thank you Dominique Bocanegra and Veronne J. Clark, MPS and the Valkyries team for cultivating a restorative atmosphere. A huge shoutout to the insightful panel—of Brandon Nicholson, LaVonda Baldwin and Ashanti Branch —and the dynamic host, Marcus Strother , for sharing their journeys and the lasting impact of mentorship. ?? Let’s keep this momentum going! Mentorship changes lives, and we all have a role to play in building pathways for the next generation. Follow to join Self-eSTEM in expanding opportunities for girls in STEM—whether through mentorship, sponsorship, or partnership, your engagement makes a difference. ?? Let’s connect and create more spaces where mentorship meets action! #STEMmentorship #MentorsMatter #RepresentationInSTEM
?? Mentors Need Love Too – Closing Out Mentorship Awareness Month with Impact! ?? As Mentorship Awareness Month comes to a close, we’re reminded that mentorship isn’t just about giving—it’s about growing. Our Founder & Executive Director, Adamaka Ajaelo, attended the Mentors Need Love Too event, hosted by Valkyries & Mentor California, and it was a powerful testament to the impact of mentorship. ?? Did you know? Mentored youth are 55% more likely to enroll in college and 78% more likely to volunteer in their communities. ?? But here’s the real game-changer—when we invest in mentors, we uplift entire communities. ?? The panel was packed with wisdom, the conversations were intentional, and the energy was electric. One thing was clear—mentorship is a two-way street. We uplift, we listen, we challenge, and we grow—together. ? Let’s Keep the Momentum Going! Be the Mentor You Once Needed. Mentorship doesn’t stop when the month ends. At Self-eSTEM, we are building the future of STEM through mentorship, representation, and opportunity. Now, we need YOU! ?? Are you ready to make a difference? Visit https://lnkd.in/g7uK-fbU to become a Self-eSTEM mentor and continue the impact beyond this month! ??? #MentorshipMatters #STEMMentors #SelfeSTEM #Valkyries #MentorCalifornia #CommunityImpact #GirlsInSTEM #MentorsNeedLoveToo #MentorshipAwarenessMonth #STEMforGirls #InvestInInnovators #GE2E #IgnitingInnovation #BayArea #STEMWomen #STEMgirls #STEMEducation #RepresentationMatters #GirlsInSTEM #CommunityImpact
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Look what we did with the Golden State Valkyries #mentoringamplifies
Reflecting on a month filled with connection, celebration, and impact. At the Golden State Valkyries, mentorship isn’t just guidance — it’s the foundation of growth, leadership, and lasting change. This month, in partnership with MENTOR California we amplified the power of mentorship in our community because we know the next generation thrives with strong role models to learn from and lean on. To every mentor who gives their time and heart — thank you. Your impact is immeasurable, and we’re proud to champion your work.
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We are almost at the end of an amazing month and we wanted to give you another great message from our partners Golden State Warriors Keep being great and Happy National Mentoring Month! #mentoringamplifies
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Social Impact Professional for entertainment entities to enhance community, collaborations, and love
The Golden State Valkyries Mentoring Month has been so rewarding to produce. Mentors Need Love, Too was such a beautiful event where we shared best practices, stories, and simply loved on each other. Sometimes we forget to check in on our “strong friends” the ones serving the youth, the ones spending their own money to make sure everyone else have what they need, the ones putting everyone first before themselves…. We wanted to check on their heart posture and let them know; we see you, we support you, and we love you. Thank you MENTOR California Marcus Strother for your partnership and Dominique Bocanegra for crushing it! ??????
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Everyone needs mentors in their lives, whether formal/informal, young/old, professional/personal. Happy #MentorshipMonth and THANK YOU to the orgs around our county - especially Marcus Strother and MENTOR California - who create the infrastructure for these meaningful connections for our youth…. And to the mentors like Kat, Lupe, and Nicole who transform lives every day. Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County Girl Scouts San Diego Just in Time for Foster Youth Barrio Logan College Institute Reality Changers First Gen Scholars MANA de San Diego The Blue Heart Foundation Youth Empowerment Foundation
Hear from some of our JA mentors as they share why they believe in the power of mentorship. ?? This #MentorshipMonth, we celebrate the life-changing impact mentorship has on young people stepping into the workforce. Thank you to all the amazing JA mentors who dedicate their time, wisdom, and energy to inspiring and preparing the next generation. ?? Your support builds students' self-confidence and opens doors to endless possibilities. #MentorshipMatters #YouthWorkforceDevelopment #ThankYouMentors Lupe Flores Nicole Sutton Kat Zorko
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Mentors give their time, energy, and love to uplift the next generation — and last Friday, we gave a little of it back. In partnership with MENTOR California we hosted our first Mentors Need Love Too event, gathering 30+ mentors from across the Bay Area to connect, learn, and celebrate mentorship’s transformative power. To the mentors who joined us — thank you for everything you do to empower the next generation. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected community.
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Last night, we received our Golden Bell Award. This is what partnership looks like when we all do our part. Thank you to the Sacramento County Office of Education and Jacqueline White who brought us on the team and Ray Green and MBK Sacramento who have joined us in this work. Congratulations to everyone for bringing an outstanding Artist and Mentors school based program to life. It is now creating healthy hearts and minds! The 2024 Golden Bell Awards recognized outstanding school board governance and education programs in California. The California School Boards Association (CSBA) presented the awards. #mentoringamplifies
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