Empowering Youth through Authentic Relationships.

We believe in the transformative power of mentoring. Our goal is simple: foster hope, build confidence, and develop resilience.

Youth Mentoring with a Purpose.

In today’s world, young people find themselves facing many challenges on their journey to adulthood. Often compounded by mental health struggles, academic pressures and personal battles can be overwhelming. Forge Youth Mentoring is committed to free youth mentorship to help young people overcome mental health challenges, conquer economic difficulties, and become thriving individuals.

Youth mentor, Cindy, stands with LaVeah in a home setting.

A Few Ways to Get Involved.

With your support, we aim to transform the lives of youth through the power of mentorship, bridging the opportunity gap and raising up a purpose-driven generation.

Tim Flaten, A FORGE Mentor, smiling in a park.

Real Mentors for Real Life

Our mentors are everyday people who have faced challenges, learned from them, and want to pass on their wisdom to the next generation.

Isiah and Christian, a mentor match, smiling at the camera together while getting milkshakes.

A Path for Every Youth

Youth mentoring is a pathway to success, no matter where a young person starts. It’s about nurturing potential and igniting passions.

Your Generosity in Action

Witness your generosity in action when you give through FORGE. Your support translates directly into positive impact for youth and the community.

Our research-based youth mentoring model impacts more than those involved.

Mentoring improves the mental health of youth and adults, contributing to safe and stable environments.

Mentoring leads to academic excellence, meaning more educated communities and skilled workforces.

Mentorship guides youth away from negative influences, decreasing juvenile delinquency rates.

Mentoring contributes to safer, stronger, and more vibrant neighborhoods by nurturing the potential of youth.

Mentoring fosters a spirit of volunteerism in the community, leading to generosity and long-term impact.

Invest in Thriving Communities

Your contribution today will directly impact the lives of young individuals, shaping them into tomorrow’s leaders. Together, we can create brighter, stronger, and more resilient communities. Donate now and be a part of this journey.

Stories of Impact

  • Forging Brighter Futures: Yakima Fundraiser for Forge Youth Mentoring

    Forging Brighter Futures: Yakima Fundraiser for Forge Youth Mentoring

    Join us at the Forging Bright Futures fundraising event in Yakima Washington!

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  • Paarth’s Powerful Story of Resilience, Adaptation, and Personal Growth

    Paarth’s Powerful Story of Resilience, Adaptation, and Personal Growth

    Read about how this immigrant family overcame obstacles through the power of mentoring!

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  • Principles of Mentoring

    Principles of Mentoring

    Read more about the core principles of mentoring. Just like most things in life, effective mentors start with the basics.

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60+ Youth are Waiting… Start Your Mentoring Journey Today! 🎯

You already have what it takes to be a mentor empathy and a willingness to listen. Don’t underestimate the power of connection.