Mentoring Programs outlined above demonstrate the course of action implemented by the mentoring chair and the Mentoring Committee. These programs are intended to develop communication between our young people and their mentees. The objective is to open communication among participants through a series of programs that promote trust and unification.
· Each program has a chairperson who reports on the progress of the program.
· Each program has guidelines specifically tailored for that program.
· Each program has rules for the mentees and mentors
· Each program has a start date and completion date
· Each program has a certificate attached for our youth.
☐ MEAP Program: The program meets once a month on Saturdays. The objective is to educate our young people about becoming a developer if they chose this option as a career, including facets of houses construction and creating a business plan. The program primarily serves 10th to 12th graders.
☐ Chess Program: The program meets weekly on Saturday from 10am – 1pm. The objective is designed to assist youth in making choices that are more thoughtful and productive. Chess is used as a vehicle to improve critical thinking and planning skills and strengthen the positive mindsets of youth. The program is primarily for 3rd graders and up.
☐ Golf Program: The program meets Saturdays from 10am – 1pm @ 2000 Paterson Avenue (subject to weather). The objective is to offer our youth the ability to not only learn how to play golf, but also to understand the importance of being neat, staying in good physical shape, learning how to deal with life’s pressures, and competing in a respectful and professional manner, among other lessons. The program is primarily for ages 4 – 17 years.
☐ Tennis Program: The program is held @ the Arthur Ashe Center, 4248 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, from 11am -1pm. The objective is to offer our youth a high-intensity game that helps develop their physical condition, sportsmanship, focus and mental toughness. The program is primarily for 4th – 12 graders.
☐ Stairway to Manhood program: The program meets Bi-weekly on Saturdays @ Honickman Center, 1600 Judson Street, Philadelphia. The objective is to educate our young people on how to take care of themselves and maintain a positive attitude. It teaches them grooming and educates our young men about becoming of age. The program is primarily for 7th to 12th graders.
☐ Big Brothers & Big Sisters program has a partnership with the Philly 100 that mentors young people under the banner of that organization. This is a relationship we continue to encourage within the 100. Additional information is given through the Mentor Chair.
Mentoring the 100 Way is one of the signature programs of the 100 Black Men of America, Inc.
This wholistic program addresses the social, emotional and cultural needs of children of ages 8-18. Members of the 100 are trained and certified to become mentors, advocates, and role models for the youth within their communities. Through chapter operated one-on-one and group mentoring efforts, our members forge relationships that positively impact our greatest resource, our youth. The program focuses on building essential skills needed to become productive, contributing citizens.
Mentoring workshops for children and youth include topics such as:
* Positive Self Identity and Personal Vision
* Life Skills
* Social and Emotional Skills
* Moral Character
* Work Ethic
* Lifelong Learning
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