Save 653

Mentorship Program

Trusted mentors, life-skills workshops, career readiness, and vocational pathways for high school young men.

Our Mentorship Program

The Save 653 Mentorship Program is designed to equip high school young men, ages 16-20, with the mentorship, skills, and tools needed to be successful in every area of their lives, including education and career.

The program also offers sports activities and monthly outings that broaden their scope and potential future.

Students meet with mentors and take part in interactive courses such as etiquette, identity, college readiness, career readiness, and practical life skills.

Mentors with Save 653 students

Life-Skills Workshops

Students build character, personal presentation, identity, etiquette, goal-setting, and decision-making skills.

One-on-One Coaching

Trusted adults support students through compatible mentor matches, consistent coaching, and job performance guidance.

Career Exploration

Students explore digital and print media, culinary arts, first responder fields, copier technology, digital design, and Adobe training.

Career Readiness

Programming includes financial literacy, resume preparation, certifications, internships, and local employment preparation.

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Career Partners

Training that connects to real opportunity

In partnership with Atlantic, Tomorrow's Office, Ricoh, and Konica Minolta, students participate in vocational training, receiving certifications in copier technology, digital design, and Adobe. Students are also exposed to and prepared for local employment opportunities upon completion.

Ricoh

Trusted mentors change the trajectory.

Recreational retreats, spiritual retreats, community and family, road trips, youth events, career preparation, vocational training, certifications, internship opportunities, and job opportunities all support the program.

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