iMentor--Devon Claridge's Donor Drive Page

Dear Friends & Family,
As many of you know, I work for an amazing organization called iMentor. I have told most or all of you about the great work we do, but this year, I have something new to add: I'M A MENTOR!

About 3 months ago, I began the first year of my 3 year mentoring relationship with a young woman named Frannelys. The cheesy picture above was our first time meeting in-person. :) She is a junior in High School who just had her 17th birthday. She is kind and intelligent and very much looking forward to going to college. I am excited to help her navigate that process and to be there for her in her first year at whatever college is lucky enough to have her.

I am sure most of you have had someone in your life you consider a role model, a mentor, or simply someone you can go to for advice and guidance. Don’t you think today’s youth deserve the same? I do, and I'm sure you do, too.

iMentor connects New York City professionals with high school students from low-income communities, creating the foundation and support for high-impact mentoring relationships. The success of iMentor is demonstrated by the fact that 92% of eligible mentees graduated from high school after the 2009 program year (compared to New York City’s average graduation rate of 60.7%), and 82% enrolled in college . This year alone, iMentor matched over 1,200 young people with mentors in New York City – connecting professionals seeking a meaningful volunteer commitment with the young people who benefit so significantly from mentoring relationships. In order to continue this work, we need your help. I know that times are tough for everyone, but if you are looking to donate to a worthy cause, here it is.

Please consider making a donation to help me reach my goal. To learn more about iMentor, visit our website at www.imentor.org.

Thank you so much!!

Devon