Program Specialty Areas

The Mentor Duluth Program offers the following program specialty areas. They will be explained in more depth during your initial interview and/or screening interview.

Academic Enrichment

Mentors involved with this program area must be 21 years of age or older. Mentors will be making a commitment to help their youth with academics and school related issues. This may include schoolwork, going to the library, visiting a museum, taking tours of different universities/colleges, and being a strong support of their academic development. Academic learning can also be incorporated into all kinds of activities. If the mentor is interested in spending an hour per week with their mentee in the school setting, we can assist them in tutoring their mentee at his/her school in our Five Points Program.

Healthy Lifestyles

Mentors involved in this program area must be willing to help their mentee live a healthy life. Activities in this area cover a wide expanse that may include participating in sports activities and events, hiking, bike riding, camping, swimming, etc. Mentors must understand the basics of living a healthy lifestyle and be committed to the prevention of alcohol, drug and tobacco usage among youth.

Friendship Program

This program area is for those who want to mentor but are not interested in the specialty areas above. A minimum of a one-year commitment and the ability to develop a healthy and positive relationship with a child is required. Mentors in the Friendship program must be dedicated to the development of positive assets in youth.