Our Mission

Virginia Mentoring Partnerships' mission is to provide educational services to existing and developing mentoring programs to increase the number and quality of mentoring relationships for children and youth in the state of Virginia.

How to close America's mentoring gap
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What is a Mentor?

A mentor is a caring adult who lends guidance and support to a young person. Mentors help young people achieve their potential and discover their strengths. More >>

I like art, but I need someone to draw with I like sports, but I need someone to play with I like books, but I need someone to read with I just need someone. Someone like you.

Did you know ... mentored youth are more likely to go on to higher education.

Mentoring News

New VMP video page! - Click here >>

Regional Training Institutes 2010 for Mentoring Program Providers - Read more >>

Mentoring Tip: Closure at the end of the school year - Read more >>