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Someone Has to Be the One Who Stays.
Every child deserves a trusted adult by their side.
Become a mentor to a child from a caregiver family. Help them feel supported, understood, and more confident about the future.
Volodymyr Tishchenko
Program Coordinator
Volodymyr Tishchenko, Mentorship Program Coordinator at the “Grow in Family” Foundation.
Mentorship is not just a role. It means being there — listening, supporting, and accepting.
Mentors are already changing lives
30
+
children across Ukraine
A girl and her mentor taking a selfie with a bouquet of yellow flowers.
Become
a Mentor

What Mentorship Is

Friendship
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Trust
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A mentor does not teach or give instructions. A mentor stays close, becomes a friend, and offers support.
Mentorship is a supportive relationship between an adult and a child from a caregiver family. It means being there, sharing experience, supporting the child as they grow, and helping them believe in themselves.
Masha Strelkina
MENTOR
A mentor and a girl take a mirror photo during an outing
A mentor and a girl take a selfie during a Christmas gathering
A girl walks through the city with a dog
I realized that I need this just as much as she does. Mentorship is a journey for both of us.
What It Gives You:
A Chance to Make a Difference in a Child’s Life
Deep, Meaningful Relationships
Support from the Mentor Community
An Experience That Changes You Both
For me, mentorship simply means being there. Listening, supporting, and staying in touch.

What a Mentor Does

A mentor is not a teacher or a “one-hour volunteer.” A mentor is an adult who becomes a friend and simply stays by a child’s side throughout the week.

Simply Be There

A mentor spends time with the child, talks, goes for walks, has tea, and listens.

Explore Careers Together

They discuss dreams, learn about modern professions, and help the child think through educational choices.

Support Learning

They help with homework and suggest where to find courses or other learning opportunities.

Lead by Example

They show how to plan the day, communicate, act with confidence, and set personal boundaries.

Explains the World

They talk about things that may be missing at home: emotions, relationships, and fears.

They show how to plan the day, communicate, behave in a café, and use public transport.

Who Can Become

a Mentor

Requirements:

Anyone with an open heart and a willingness to be there for a child can become a mentor. It is not about being perfect. It is about being a steady, supportive presence.
Age 25+
01

We are looking for mature, independent people who are ready for a long-term relationship.

Ready to Be There
02

Mentorship means regular meetings. Not once. Not just for a photo. It is about showing up consistently.

Open-Minded and Flexible
03

No teaching experience is required. Empathy is what matters most.

Complete the Selection Process
04

Training, a medical check, and an interview help ensure a safe experience for both the child and the mentor.

Mentorship

Is Not About Teaching
It’s About Being There
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Masha Strelkina
Mentor from Kyiv
In the program since 2023
Update: Now serving in the Armed Forces of Ukraine
At first, she barely spoke for a month. Then one day, she asked me for a hug. I learned how to be a steady presence. It changed me too. We would simply go for walks. But she told me it was the first time she wasn’t afraid to ask questions.
What Is It Like to Be a Mentor?
Masha’s real experience.
A mentorship program participant speaks into a microphone during an interview

How to Become a Mentor

Steps:

We don’t leave mentors on their own. A coordinator, psychologist, regular meetings, and ongoing support are part of the process.
1
Age 25+ and Application Form

You get to know the Foundation and the project and tell us a little about yourself.

2
Interview with a Psychologist and Medical Check

The medical check is required for safety.

3
Training and Matching

Four days of training with psychologists and mentors, then we match you with a child.

4
Agreement and Start of Mentorship

The official mentorship begins with an agreement, first meetings, and getting to know each other.

5
Ready to Take the First Step?
FILL OUT THE APPLICATION
Mentor application
The Foundation supports you at every stage.
Вас навчають
досвідчені тренерки
Вікторія Андросова
Світлана Забава
Фахівчині з багаторічним досвідом роботи з дітьми з вразливих сімей.
На тренінгах вони передають не лише знання, а й натхнення, емоційну включеність і глибоке розуміння процесу.
Portrait of a mentorship trainer
Вікторія Андросова
Психологиня
Методологиня
Тренерка проєкту
Досвід роботи 23 роки
Щоразу на тренінгу я бачу, як у кандидатів загоряються очі: “Ого, виявляється, я справді можу допомогти дитині!”
Portrait of a mentorship trainer
Світлана Забава
Cоціальна працівниця
Методологиня
Тренерка проєкту
Досвід роботи 25 років
Найбільше надихає момент, коли після чотирьох днів навчання кандидати вже не питають “Чи зможу?”, а кажуть “Коли починаємо?”

Support

Mentorship Project
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Be the person who supports mentors.
There are never too many mentors. But if you’re not ready to join the program yourself, you can still support the project in other ways:
Support
Financially
Share the Project on Social Media
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Tell Your Friends About Us
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Help Organize Events
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Become
a Mentor
Thank You for Helping Children Grow with Support
Mentorship begins with an inner decision to be there for a child.
This form will help us get to know you a little better and understand your motivation and expectations.
We carefully read every response and will get in touch with you to discuss the next steps. It’s important to us that you feel comfortable, have answers to your questions, and know that you are not alone on this journey.

Mentor Application Form

for Mentorship Candidates
Preferred Contact Method:
What Do You Currently Do?
Do You Have Experience Communicating or Working With Children?
Why Do You Want to Become a Mentor?
How Much Time per Week Are You Ready to Commit to Mentorship?
How Long Are You Ready to Participate in the Program?
Which Age Group Would You Feel Most Comfortable Mentoring?
Are You Ready to Complete the Training and Support Required by the Mentorship Program?
Your data will not be shared with third parties. We will use it only to process your application.
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Volodymyr Tishchenko
Program Coordinator
Volodymyr Tishchenko, Mentorship Program Coordinator at the “Grow in Family” Foundation.
People often worry about whether they’ll be able to handle it. That’s completely normal. We’re here to support you and help you through the process.
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