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We believe in the power of mentoring

The Mentoring Partnership advances mentoring in Western PA to ignite community involvement, strengthen programs and empower all youth to succeed in life.

Our Impact

 The Mentoring Partnership grows mentoring to ensure that all young people in our community have caring adults in their lives who are equipped to help them feel safe, supported and empowered to dream big. Take a look at this snapshot of our work!

Served494organizations

Trained1,618mentors & mentees

Delivered679hours of no-cost support

What’s New

Community News
Jerome Bettis Leadership Award Fall 2025 Celebration

An unforgettable evening at Acrisure Stadium as we celebrated the 2025 Steelers Jerome Bettis Leadership Award Honorees!

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Mentoring News/Resources
National Mentoring Month 2026

January is National Mentoring Month...learn more and join the celebration!

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Mentoring News/Resources
Mentor Chat Podcast Season 7

Check out Season 7 of the Mentor Chat podcast, where we celebrate TMP's 30th anniversary, our amazing partners and the lasting impact of strong relationships.  Through connection, trust, and support, mentoring continues to enrich young people's present and future!

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Upcoming Trainings & Events

02/21

Virtual Mentoring 101 - Saturday February 2026

9:30AM | TMP ZoomMore info
02/24

Social Capital Training - Youth

5:00PM | PrivateMore info
03/12

Peer Mentor Training

1:15PM | PrivateMore info

Featured Resources

Program Best Practices
Elements of Effective Practice for Mentoring

Research-based, practitioner-approved standards for creating and sustaining quality youth mentoring programs and impactful mentoring relationships.

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Building Relationships
Everyday Mentoring

Everyday Mentoring recognizes that adults everywhere can make a mentoring difference for youth in their daily lives.

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Building Relationships
Making the Most of Mentoring

This activity card provides tips for youth on how to build their networks and map out their goals.

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Be a Mentoring Champion

Your support will make critical mentoring connections for kids in our community. Give today to ensure all youth know the power of having someone in their corner who believes in them!

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