Southeast Ohio Youth Mentoring
Changing Lives for the Better, Forever.

Our Mission

 

We strengthen Southeast Ohio by connecting youth with caring adult mentors and delivering programs that support their growth, confidence, and success.

 

Our Programs

 

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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80+ Children Served 
Annually across Southeast Ohio
60+ Volunteer Mentors
Community Mentors & University Partners
2 Counties Served
Athens and Washington Counties
40 Years
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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