Sacramento Head Start Alumni Association

Millions of Americans Willing to Mentor

Nov 13, 2002

Millions of Americans Willing to Mentor
Two and a half million young people are in formal mentoring relationships, but some 15 million teens are still waiting for mentors. According to the latest National Mentoring Poll, 57 million adults say they would seriously consider becoming a mentor. The poll's findings suggest effective recruitment strategies include targeting adults under age 45, working through organizations like schools and churches, offering scheduling and other choices, providing training and guidance and offering online mentoring as an option.
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