Mentorship & Leadership

Thriving Under The Influence

Mentoring, Coaching, and Education Support

Mentoring is crucial for the success of African American youth. It gives them the support, guidance, and resources they need to overcome challenges, develop positive relationships with caring adults, and acquire essential life skills. Mentoring programs can also help address the opportunity gap by providing access to resources, information, and networks. By connecting youth with internships and job opportunities and guiding college and career readiness, mentors can help African American youth achieve their full potential and succeed in all areas of life.

Overview of Program(s)

In a world plagued by systemic inequities and racism, positive youth development is not merely an aspiration but an imperative, particularly for African-American youth. Our mentoring approach integrates Positive African American Youth Development elements, nurturing traits such as Racial Socialization, Civic and Community Engagement, and Future Orientation.

We engage students weekly during school hours, offering sessions lasting 60-90 minutes throughout the academic year. We also offer sessions on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Weekly sessions are augmented with community enrichment field trips, which occur quarterly at school sites and monthly in the Saturday program. Field trips are designed to expand horizons and ignite aspirations.

We execute our programming with unparalleled dedication, operating from September to June with an optional summer program. Our objectives transcend academic success to provide a supportive environment for youth outside the confines of the school day and ensure they are empowered to reach their highest potential.

Brochures & Flyers

BBF Mentor Program Advertorial
Distance Mentoring parent consent form
Parent Consent Form
Ready to Rise Grantee

LAUSD Parent Consent Form

Who to Contact

Send all inquiries to:

bridgebuilders.bbf@gmail.com

Saturday Enrichment Program Application

The Program(s) Impact

Students will show an increase in positive behavior and attitudes (as measured by report cards (Citizenship) and pre-post surveys (student, parent, and teacher).
Students will show a decrease in school absences (report cards).
Students will demonstrate a decrease in disruptive behavior (report cards).
Students will show an increase in homework completion rates (report cards).
Students will have increased knowledge of ethnic history and culture and its relevance in society. (pre-post)
Students will have an increased awareness of the value of education and skilled trades, and their linkage to careers and career tracts.
Students will have an increased awareness of health and healthy living practices.
Students will strengthen their skills in the areas of teamwork, tolerance, and cohesive community engagement.