BUILDING BELONGING IN OUR COMMUNITY
Every child deserves to feel they truly belong. At Mentor Me of Ulster County, we create life-changing connections between youth ages 6-17 and caring adult mentors who show up consistently, listen deeply, and open doors to new possibilities.
Our Approach
We meet each child where they are through a flexible, comprehensive program that includes:
One-to-one mentoring relationships that build trust and confidence
Small group mentoring that creates peer connections
Family support that strengthens entire households
Enriching activities that expand horizons
Access to sports, arts, and extracurricular opportunities that many families couldn't otherwise afford
Quality That Makes a Difference
As a Bronze Partner with the National Quality Mentoring System (NQMS), we meet rigorous standards for program excellence. But our real measure of success is in the stories we see unfold every day:
The quiet child who finds their voice
The struggling student who discovers their potential
The isolated youth who builds lasting friendships
The family that finally feels supported
Join Us in Creating Change
In Ulster County, where 51% of students face economic disadvantage and 37% of families are headed by single parents, mentoring isn't just nice to have – it's essential to building a stronger community.
When you support Mentor Me of Ulster County, you're investing in:
Young people discovering their potential through consistent, caring relationships
Families finding resources and support when they need it most
Communities growing stronger through cross-generational connections
A future where every child knows they belong and can thrive
Our evidence-based approach creates measurable change: improved confidence, better communication skills, stronger academic performance, and most importantly – young people who feel valued and connected to their community.
Together, we can ensure that every child in Ulster County has the support they need to build a bright future. Join us in making that vision a reality.
Support Our Work
When you support Mentor Me of Ulster County, you're investing in more than just mentoring – you're helping create a community where every child knows they belong.
Your gift makes stories like these possible: Ava discovering her passion and earning her lifeguard certification, James’ mentor cheering at every soccer game, Isaac finding joy at the YMCA with a mentor who shows up just for him, and Gemma building bonds that span generations. These aren't just activities – they're pathways to belonging, confidence, and possibility.
But our impact goes deeper. When families face hardship, we connect them to the right community resources and emergency assistance programs. When a child needs glasses their family can't afford, we step in to help. When a young athlete needs proper shoes to play safely, we make sure they have them. When single parents work multiple jobs, we provide the stable, caring adult presence their children need. When a child shows interest in sports, arts, or enrichment activities, we ensure cost is never a barrier to opportunity.
Every dollar you give helps build a stronger Ulster County – where a child without confidence finds their voice, where a single mother finds a community of support, where a young person discovers they have infinite potential.
Together, we're not just changing individual lives. We're creating a community where every child can say: "I belong here. I matter here. My future matters here."
