Project Hero
Project Hero is a 1 to 1 mentoring program that uses evidence based strategies to match referred Escondido youth ages 12-24 to a same gendered volunteer. The mentoring relationship will last for 1 year and will be monitored by program staff. Mentors are trained through a partnership with Mentor Management Systems and have the ability to participate in multiple training's throughout the year as well as participate in monthly structured events for mentor and mentee.
Youth are typically referred to our program by school counselors/social works, parole officers, courts, and concerned parents/guardians/family.
The Project Hero program requires a one year commitment from youth where they will attend monthly events and weekly check ins with their mentors.
If you know a youth who may benefit from our program, you may complete the youth referral form below.
For questions about program fit/eligibility please contact the program coordinator:
Carlos Ramirez - caramirez@educationcompact.org
Upcoming Mentor Orientations
By appointment only
If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please fill out this quick form and we will reach out to you soon!
You may officially begin the mentor enrollment process by completing the volunteer form.
What Does It Take To Be A Mentor?
Be willing to connect with your youth once a week.
Be willing to meet with your youth twice a month.
Be willing to commit to a year long program.
Be willing to complete the enrollment process (see above).
For more information, please contact Carlos Ramirez
Email: caramirez@educationcompact.org
Phone: (760) 839-4515