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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
Celebrating 30 Years of Mentoring

TMP is celebrating its 30th anniversary and looking ahead to the next 30 years of strong relationships for PA youth!

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Community News
Nominations Open for Jerome Bettis Leadership Award

HS principals, athletic directors and coaches: nominate your football player for the Jerome Bettis Leadership Award and recognize how they serve as a peer mentor and community leader!

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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

11/13

Mentoring 101

9:00AM | PrivateMore info
11/19

Virtual Mentoring 101 - Wednesday November 2025

6:00PM | TMP ZoomMore info
11/20

Elements Intro November 2025

12:00PM | ZoomMore 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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