Nonprofit
Published 12/3/25 11:37AM

SY26-27: Mentor for High School Students

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Philadelphia, PA
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per week
    Commitment Details:
    Saturdays from 12:30pm to 2:00pm during the school year.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    15
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Volunteering
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Other Requirements:
    Completion of a bachelor's degree and a background check/child abuse clearance. Once application is completed, we will have a brief phone to discuss the program and your interest.

    Description

    Minds Matter is an organization seeking to transform the lives of accomplished high school students from low-income families by preparing them for college success.

    We are seeking volunteers to join us during the 2026-2027 school year!

    As a mentor, you will be paired with two Minds Matter students and a co-mentor, all of with whom you will meet with weekly at the Minds Matter Saturday sessions throughout the school year. At sessions, you will assist the students in working on essays, completing summer college program applications, and college/university selection. You will develop and challenge the students through engaged participation in our "What’s Going on in the World" exercise, a weekly current events reading and debate series. You will get to participate in our field trips, college visits, and community service days. What we expect from our Mentors:

    • Able to attend Saturday sessions from 12:30 to 2:00 pm during the school year
    • Cultivate and maintain a relationship with your student
    • Act as a positive influence and a role model
    • Graduate of a four-year university

    Additional information on being a mentor can be found at:

    www.mindsmatterphilly.org

    You can apply to be a mentor at:

    https://mindsmatter.tfaforms.net/5152541

    Location

    On-site
    1515 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US

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