One Small Chance Mentor Program

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Background

At One Small Chance, we recognize that timely guidance can shape a student’s future. Our mentorship program connects motivated high school and college students with youth who face academic, social, and personal barriers — including financial hardship, limited support systems, and reduced access to positive role models.

Since launching the initiative, we have partnered with counselors and community organizations to identify students who would benefit from consistent, reliable encouragement and goal-setting support.

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About This Program

This program pairs trained junior, senior, and college-level mentors with mentees for long-term, one-on-one support. Mentors assist with academic readiness, life skills, confidence-building, and post-secondary planning

Program at a Glance

  • 25+ mentees supported to date

  • 15+ college and high school mentors recruited Partnerships with Hanover County Public Schools, Hanover Social Services, and community youth programs

  • Flexible virtual and in-person mentoring options

  • Focus on academic improvement, confidence, and future planning

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Why Mentorship Matters

Students with regular mentorship are:

  • 55% more likely to enroll in college

  • 81% more likely to participate in sports or extracurriculars

  • 130% more likely to hold leadership positions (National mentoring statistics)

For many youth we serve, mentorship is life-changing.

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How Can You Help?

By becoming a mentor with One Small Chance, you help:

  • Remove barriers to academic and athletic participation

  • Provide guidance and emotional support

  • Inspire confidence and long-term goal setting

Opportunities are available for volunteers with interests in:

  • Youth development

  • Education and tutoring

  • Social justice and community service

  • Athletics and student leadership