Mentor a Low-Income High School Student in SJ!

In-person | Saturdays during the school year | Bachelor's degree required. 

Learn more and apply: www.mindsmatterbay.org/join

About Minds Matter

Minds Matter Bay Area (MMBay) is a nonprofit that supports high-achieving, low-income high school students on their path to college through academic instruction, mentorship, and a community of support.

About the Role

Each mentor, along with their co-mentor, is matched to two mentees. Together, you’ll guide your mentee through our three-year college-access program, building trust, exploring college and career goals, and developing life skills. Occasional 1–2 year mentor openings are available when backfilling a role.

Commitment & Requirements

• 3-year commitment (Aug–May each year)

• Weekly attendance on Saturdays (12:30–2:30 PM, ~25 sessions/year; 80% attendance required)

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Reliable, proactive, and strong communication skills

• Ability to build trust with youth from diverse backgrounds

• Prior experience with youth or first-generation students is a plus, but not required

Why Join

• Build a lasting, transformational relationship with your mentees

• Join a mission-driven, inclusive community of change makers

• Our volunteers often form lasting friendships and connect outside of sessions—from casual meetups to shared dinners

• Grow as a mentor, coach, and leader