iMentor Blog

Announcements – Bay Area

An open letter from iMentor Bay Area's new Executive Director

Sep 08, 2017 By Felix Flores, Jr.

We are incredibly excited to announce that Felix Flores, Jr. has joined the iMentor team as the Executive Director of our Bay Area region! Felix comes to iMentor after spending almost 20 years in educational …

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Announcements – National

Reflections on Charlottesville

Aug 16, 2017 By Mike O'Brien, CEO

To the iMentor community, Like many of you, I am still reeling from the acts of hate and bigotry that took place in Charlottesville last weekend. Those events serve as a grim reminder that the …

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– New York City

Featured Mentor: Esha Bawa

Aug 04, 2017 By iMentor

iMentor’s community is one of a kind, with a wealth of thoughtful volunteers committed to making a positive impact in our students’ lives. In honor of their dedication we highlight many of our volunteer mentors …

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Success Stories – Chicago

Shanol and Anthony

Jul 27, 2017 By iMentor

What happens when two intelligent, charismatic, and driven people, who see themselves in each other and share a slew of common interests, are paired together in the iMentor program? You get the “perfect match.” That’s …

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– National

Corporate Collaborator Spotlight - AT&T

Jul 27, 2017 By iMentor

In 2016, AT&T became one of iMentor’s newest corporate collaborators with the announcement of a $150,000 contribution to fund the development and piloting of a mobile app, which will enhance mentor-mentee communication and engagement within …

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Success Stories – Bay Area

Q&A with Superintendent Chris Funk, School Partner and iMentor Bay Area mentor

Jul 27, 2017 By iMentor

iMentor Bay Area’s inaugural program year launched in 2016 with our largest school partner to date, James Lick High School in San Jose. East Side High School District superintendent, Chris Funk, was instrumental in bringing …

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Success Stories – National

U'Quanla & Lisa

Jul 27, 2017 By iMentor

A first-generation college graduate, Lisa wishes she had the benefit of a mentor during the key stages of her college process. Just learning about the college experience would’ve been invaluable. Her desire to ensure that …

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Success Stories – New York City

Kaylee & Barrie

Jul 27, 2017 By iMentor

Kaylee and Barrie bonded instantly. After getting over the initial surprise at how tall Barrie stood in comparison to her, Kaylee couldn’t help but give Barrie a big hug. She just knew from that first …

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