Early Intervention and Mentoring Program - Bolder Options
2100 Stevens Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Spanish
- Call; referral or recommendation forms are required; email; visit website - Youth are referred by social workers and counselors. Call the Program Director for space availability, and to request additional information. Program does not accept direct parent/caregiver referrals for youth. Referrals MUST come from a third party. - Volunteer mentors are screened and attend an orientation and training session, as well as ongoing trainings
Golden Valley, MN
Minneapolis, MN
Richfield, MN
Robbinsdale, MN
Saint Louis Park, MN
Rochester, MN
Saint Paul, MN
Description
An activity-based mentoring program that matches at-promise youth with volunteer adult mentors who participate together in goal-centered, one-on-one relationships. - Youth are matched with their mentors for one year and meet weekly for 2 - 4 hours. Throughout the one-year program, the mentors and youth develop goals (one physical activity, and one academic), have new experiences, and attend a variety of events with other mentors and mentees of the program. - Youth and their mentors attend agency events based on four programming pillars: Healthy Living, Lifelong Learning, Emotional Development, and Community Connectivity. - Youth and their families receive case management/support, and referrals for services. Mentors also have a network of support throughout their year of volunteering.
Last assured
10/07/2025
Providing organization
Bolder Options
Offers mentoring and development for at-risk youth ages 10 - 14 in the Twin Cities and Rochester. The program promotes healthy lifestyles, fosters positive self-esteem, and encourages smart choices, while offering fun activities, goal-setting opportunities, and a supportive community.