The Mentoring Center offers varied services to support the needs of non-profit organizations, including the opportunity to become a partner agency with added support.
The following is an outline of the services offered to non-profit-organizations:
Become a Partner Agency As a non-profit organization, you can become eligible to be a partner agency and benefit from a range of services and program guidance at NO CHARGE including:
Initial consultation regarding your mentoring program
Bi-monthly Agency Advisory meetings for agencies which become partners. These meetings include speakers, resources, grant alerts, networking with other mentoring programs, national updates, useful websites and more
As a full-service hub with a steadily evolving membership, The Mentoring Center has grown to include over 40 partner agencies. Please contact Marilyn Pritchett at 614.839.2447 x163 or by email for information on how your organization can become a Partner Agency today.View list of current Partner Agencies
Program Design:
New or Existing Programs Whether you need support for creating a new mentoring program, or guidance on how to improve your existing structure, The Mentoring Center can help you understand how to help mentors succeed.
Background Checks of Potential Mentors We provide important screenings free-of-charge to partner agencies, helping ensure the safety of children. Learn More ...
MentorLine/Promotion of Partners' Programs Through our MentorLine (614.233.MENT), we match the interests and availability of potential mentors and groups with children on the waiting lists of partner agencies.
Training of Mentors/Mentees We coach the vital skills of listening, rapport-building, and overcoming hurdles--all designed to help mentors gain confidence and be successful. Training classes offered include:
Making of a Mentor/Relationship Building
Mentoring Adolescents
Cultural Dynamics
Tutoring Tips & Learning Styles
Dealing with Anger
Activity-based Training in Decisions for Mentors/Mentees Together
Training for Partner Agencies' Staff Through bi-monthly meetings, we provide partner agencies with on-going training and support for new and experienced staff including networking, speakers, grant alerts, resources, opportunities for collaboration and national updates.
Collaborative Activities With partner agencies, we plan and implement activities ranging from recruitment events to our annual Mentoring FunDay and National Mentoring Month Celebration honoring outstanding mentors and mentees. Learn More...
Fees Services for non-profits are fee-based. Please contact Marilyn Pritchett at 614.839.2447 x163 or mpritchett@mentoringcenterco.orgfor more information.
To receive benefits and services at no charge, please contact us to discuss becoming a Partner Agency.
Call us at 614.839.2447 x163 to find out how you may be eligible to become a partner and benefit from a range of services and program guidance at no charge.
