Southeast Ohio Youth Mentoring
Chaning Lives for the Better, Forever.
Our Mission
Southeast Ohio Youth Mentoring (SEOYM) provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.
We serve youth across Athens, Meigs, and Washington Counties, creating safe spaces for growth, belonging, and resilience.
Our Programs
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Community Based Mentoring
One-to-one mentor relationships for youth ages 5-17.
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Bobcats & Buddies
OU Med students mentoring youth through wellness activities.
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Youth in Leadership
High-school mentors supporting younger students in SEL & leadership
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CLI:MB
Climbing-based mentoring that builds confidence and perserverance.
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Before & After Care
Safe, supported before & afterschool care at East Elementary
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HVCRC: The Forge
Life skills and resilience program for justice-involved youth.
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Annually across Southeast Ohio
CommunitymMentors & university partners
Athens and Washington Counties
Supporting youth through mentorship
Our Impact
What Mentorship Means
"When (mentee) first moved here, he was lost. Thanks to your organization, he is a much more confident human. Both of his mentors gave him more than I could have ever imagined; positive male role models who showed him how to be a compassionate young man. That is priceless. Thank you!"
"I signed up to be a mentor with SEOYM thinking I'd be the one giving back, but honestly, it's given me more than I ever expected. Seeing my mentee grow, find confidence, and chase thier goals has been nothing short of inspiring. It's changed how I see myself, and it's reminded me that showing up for someone can truly change both your lives"
"I'm so grateful that my child gets to be part of this group. She gets to have lots of great connections with good people who care about her."
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