FII mentors are required to undergo a rigorous application process that includes a criminal background check and an evaluation of employment in other mentoring programs including regular, cooperative, summer, voluntary and temporary positions. Accepting a mentoring position with FII means that, among other responsibilities, a mentor agrees to:
- Commit to a minimum one year service period
- Spend a minimum of two hours per week with the mentee
- Spend at least two hours per month with the mentee on social/cultural enrichment activities.
- Participate with their mentee in a community service project twice a year
- Meet with parents/guardians once a month
- Submit a monthly activity report to the Case Manager
- Attend quarterly training sessions
FII Mentors are a highly motivated, well trained and dedicated group of caring adults who possess an unalterable desire to make a difference in the lives of children. FII mentors embrace and fully support the slogan "Every Child Deserves A Chance".
Follow the link below if you would like to become a mentor in the Project Aware Mentoring Program.
To initiate the mentor application process, click here
