Our Partners

Strengthening Mentoring Across Vermont

The MENTOR Vermont Partnership  strengthens mentoring quality, collaboration, and visibility across the state. Through tiered partnership options, programs align with the Elements of Effective Practice for Mentoring™, access meaningful support, and are recognized as part of a strong statewide mentoring network.

We’re proud to highlight our Partner and Certified Partner programs and the important role they play in advancing mentoring in Vermont.

Certified Partners

Certified Partners are programs that have demonstrated strong alignment with the Elements of Effective Practice for Mentoring™, including completing EEPM training, and a deep commitment to quality. Through participation in processes like the National Quality Mentoring System (NQMS), these programs show leadership, accountability, and ongoing engagement in strengthening mentoring across Vermont.

Partners

Partners are programs that stay connected and engaged with MENTOR Vermont as part of a shared commitment to mentoring across Vermont. By sharing program data, participating in surveys, and connecting regularly for ongoing support and consultation, these programs help strengthen the collective impact of mentoring in our communities.

2026 Partners

Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Hampshire and Vermont

Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Hampshire and Vermont

New Hampshire and Vermont

Program Director: Stacy Callahan
Program Coordinator: Karen Brook

Mission: Create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.

Website: Big Brothers Big Sisters of New Hampshire and Vermont

Inquire now to become a mentor to a young person with BBBSNHVT!

✆ Call (802) 689-0092

Connecting Youth Mentoring

Connecting Youth Mentoring

Champlain Valley School District

Director of Student and Community Engagement: Asma Abunaib
Program Coordinators:

  • Shelburne Community School: Alison Duback
  • Williston Central School: Becky Martell
  • Charlotte Central School: Jessica Phelan
  • Hinesburg Community School: Livy Bulger

Mission: Connecting Youth promotes a culture that develops in our youth the power and conviction to make healthy choices.

Website: Connecting Youth Mentoring

Contact us to become a mentor to a young person at CY today!

King Street Center Mentor Program

King Street Center Mentor Program

Burlington, VT

Executive Director: Gabriella Tufo
Program Coordinators: Quinn Alper

Mission: King Street Center empowers youth to explore their talents and find their voice through learning, play, and opportunity.

Website: King Street Center Mentoring

Apply today to become a mentor to a young person at King Street Center!

✆ Call (802) 862-6736 x105

Lincoln Mentoring

Lincoln Mentoring

Lincoln School District

Program Coordinator: Anna Howell

Mission: The mission of the Lincoln Mentors program is to provide all interested youth with an opportunity for a one-on-one positive relationship with a safe, responsible, attentive and nurturing adult community member to share life skills, enjoy common interests and grow together.

Website: Lincoln Mentoring

Contact us to become a mentor to a young person with Lincoln Mentoring!

✆ Call (802) 453-2119

Mad River Mentoring

Mad River Mentoring

Mad River Valley

Program Manager: Kathy Mai

Mission: We cultivate meaningful mentoring relationships between caring adults and youth, providing guidance, resources, and opportunities that help young people thrive.

Website: Mad River Mentoring

Apply today to become a mentor to a young person at Mad River Mentoring!

MAUSD Mentor Program

MAUSD Mentor Program

Mount Abe Unified School District

Program Director: Anna  Howell
Program Coordinators:

  • New Haven Mentor Program: Edorah Frazer
  • Bristol Mentor Program: Maura Donnelly
  • Mt Abraham MS & HS: Amy Johnston
  • Starksboro Mentoring Program: Emily Gibbs
  • Monkton Mentoring Program: Theresa Schwegel

Mission: The mission of the MAUSD Mentoring Program is to provide all interested youth with an opportunity for a one-on-one positive relationship with a safe, responsible, attentive and nurturing adult community member to share life skills, enjoy common interests and grow together.

Website: MAUSD Mentoring

Apply today to become a mentor to a young person at MAUSD!

✆ Call (802) 453-3657

The Mentor Connector

The Mentor Connector

Rutland, VT

Executive Director: Bobbi Jo Stellato
Program Coordinators: Remi Kirby, Angela Buffum

Mission: The MISSION of The Mentor Connector is to ensure all Rutland County youth develop a sense of identity, purpose, and belonging.

Website: The Mentor Connector

Contact us to become a mentor to a young person at The Mentor Connector!

✆ Call (802) 775-3434

Spectrum Mentoring

Spectrum Mentoring

Burlington, VT

 

Program Director: Rebecca Majoya
Program Coordinator: Kasey Miller

Mission: Our mission is to empower teenagers, young adults, and their families to make and sustain positive changes through prevention, intervention, and life skills services.

Website: Spectrum Mentoring

Apply today to become a mentor to a young person at Spectrum!

Refer a youth by filling out this referral form and emailing it to: [email protected].

✆ Call (802) 864-7423 x321

Twinfield Together Mentoring

Twinfield Together Mentoring

Plainfield, VT

Program Director: Pam Quinn
Program Coordinator: Jack Whalen

Mission: The Mission of the Twinfield Together Mentoring Program is to Create and Support Meaningful Mentoring Relationships and Connections so that Youth in our Community are Engaged and Thriving

Website: Twinfield Together Mentoring

Apply today to become a mentor to a young person at Twinfield Together Mentoring!

✆ Call (802) 272-6323

Windsor County Mentors

Windsor County Mentors

Windsor, VT

Executive Director: Matthew Garcia
Program Coordinators: 

  • Ginny White
  • Tyler Sullivan
  • Nathan Gardner

Mission: Windsor County Mentors creates and supports mentoring relationships between caring adults and local youth to help build healthy communities.

Website: Windsor County Mentors

Contact us to become a mentor to a young person at Windsor County Mentors!

✆ Call (802) 674-5101

Youth First Mentoring

Youth First Mentoring

Montpelier, VT

Program Director: Sally Russell

Mission: We help build powerful, long-term relationships between mentors and youth that allow young people to explore their interests, learn new skills, build confidence and resilience, and prepare for their futures as caring, responsible, and productive members of our community.

Website: Youth First Mentoring

Apply today to become a mentor to a young person at Youth First Mentoring!

✆ Call (802) 552-0249

Cabot Mentoring

Cabot Mentoring

Cabot, VT

Program Coordinator: Mark Christensen

Mission: Cabot Mentoring seeks to strengthen the Cabot community with intergenerational friendships. We provide opportunities for adults to share their passions and connect with the younger generations, and opportunities for youth to expand their interests, practice relationship skills, and have a trusted friend from an older generation.

Website: Cabot Mentoring

Apply today to become a mentor to a young person at Cabot Mentoring!

✆ Call (802) 595-1130

Grand Isle County Mentoring Program

Grand Isle County Mentoring Program

Grand Isle County

Program Coordinator: Bonnie Codey

Mission: The mission of Grand Isle County Mentoring is to support school youth in achieving their potential through close personal and supportive relationships with caring adults.

Website: Grand Isle County Mentoring

Contact us to become a mentor to a young person at GIC Mentoring!

The Mentoring Project of the Upper Valley

The Mentoring Project of the Upper Valley

Upper Valley

Program Director: Anne Hatch

Mission: Our mission is simple: to build confidence, foster connection, and support academic and personal growth through consistent, caring relationships.

Website: The Mentoring Project of the Upper Valley

Inquire now to become a mentor to a young person at MPUV today!

✆ Call (802) 866-0904

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