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Offers Long Island students in grades 4-8, who are in need of positive role models, supervised one-to-one and group mentoring relationships. Weekly one hour meetings allow time for mentors and students to interact, collaborate and socialize .

Provides paid internship opportunities for students who have an interest in the game of golf and its related careers. Call for further information

A program where young adult men, of similar backgrounds help support and educate male teenagers against the dangers of gangs, violence, alcohol/drug abuse, and also go on field trips and other fun activities.This program addresses the needs of the cityâs most at- risk male youth through mentoring, youth leadership, job readiness training, and public speaking skills. The youth involved in this program are placed in after-school employment opportunities as an alternative to unsupervised time. In addition, youth are taken on educational field trips and other fun or cultural outings.

Pro Action SACC Licensed Care, provides a safe after school programming for Kindergarten-3rd grade, such as homework assistance social and recreational activities. After School healthy snacks are provided.

Offers opportunities for local high school students to learn about the career options into nursing, also offers innovative scholarships and work programs.

A 16 week empowerment class to assist participants with charting a path to self-sufficiency. Participants are matched with mentors to help them reach their goals.

Responds to requests from volunteers to be referred to mentoring programs. Screening refers volunteers to programs matching their geographic and demographic preferences. Provides an orientation class, Mentoring 101 to let you know what to expect and how to get started. This two-hour class prepares you to mentor. Call for the dates and times or check the calendar on the web site.

TPTR supports the growth and development of parents and children as caring people who treat themselves, others, and the environment with respect and dignity through competency-based learning and mentorship. It is a strength-based program to help families incorporate new, positive and nurturing patterns into their homes while being affirmed and empowered by mentors, adults who were teen parents and have overcome obstacles. Parents and children generally focus on the same topic during a session. They may learn this content through separate activities which are geared to their developmental stages and interests.

A 16 week empowerment class to assist participants with charting a path to self-sufficiency. Participants are matched with mentors to help them reach their goals.

Offers various recreational and socialization services, outreach programs as well as peer support and role model programs.

A collaborative partnership of public and private organizations dedicated to serving children at risk and their families. Main goals of this program includes readiness for school by six (6) years of age and continuing educational success. Program includes Pre-K Mentoring Project, Advantage Schools After-School Program, Juvenile Mentoring Program (JUMP), Conference Learning Center, Dual Language Parenting Skills Training, The Clothing Exchange and Building for Success Job Bank.

A non-profit, volunteer-based program that serves adults who have a mental health diagnosis and limited social supports. Aims to improve the quality of life and self-esteem of clients through social inclusion and enjoyable activities.

Community-Based mentoring includes our traditional, one-to-one mentoring programs where we match children between the ages of 7and 16(our Littles) with a caring adult mentor, aged 21 or older(our Bigs). All volunteer mentors are extensively interviewed, screened and trained. BBBSLI provides every match with a professional program team member to monitor the relationship and offer guidance during its entirety.

Works with participating school districts through Greater Southern Tier BOCES to provide classroom speakers, field trips, business site visits, internships, mentoring, mock interviews, architectural awareness, job shadowing, career days, and various school to work initiatives.

Urges youth to speak out against interpersonal and societal violence and to promote healthy relationships based on equality, respect and trust. STAR members serve as mentors on the issue of dating abuse and provide their peers with information about where they can go for help. STAR members also coordinate awareness activities in their schools and communities.

Offers seniors 55+ yrs the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children with special needs. Volunteers serve 5-40 hrs/wk in schools, day care centers and Head Start programs located throughout Broome County.

In the Family Development program, volunteer mentors are matched with families in crisis to provide support, resources and training. They are trained to help families recognize their strengths, the opportunities available to them, and to set goals that pave the way toward self-reliance. Mentors have up-to-date information and resources regarding employment, child care, and health insurance, transportation, food stamps and housing.

Offers various recreational and socialization services, outreach programs as well as peer support and role model programs.

Offers tutoring services, family counseling, individual counseling, and mentoring services. Also offers a job referral program. Call for more information.

Offers a safe place for teens, providing positive role models and mentors. Weekly topics discussed include self-esteem and confidence, dealing with challenges of being an adolescent, friendships and relationships, handling social pressures and school pressures, and more. Support groups meet weekly throughout the school year. A parent component provides parents of teens with support, guidance and understanding.

Opens the doors for thousands of students to take an in-depth tour of both our Riverhead and Yaphank Correctional Facilities. The tours give a realistic, first-hand glimpse into the inner workings of our correctional facilities and what a daily life as a correction officer and justice-involved individuals looks like. YES Tours are a great fit for criminal justice classes or students interested in pursuing a career in the criminal justice field. Tours are open for Public and private schools throughout Suffolk County. Schools must apply on a lottery basis for the tours in the beginning of the school year. Call for more detailed information.