Mentors acting as teachers and leaders for the next generation help to build stronger communities. Information here can be used by those either seeking mentors or wishing to acts as mentors. For more ways you can make a difference, please consult the Volunteer section.
4-H PROGRAMS
4-H is a community of young people who are learning leadership, citizenship and life skills. Information at the following counties:
Cumberland
717-240-6500
Dauphin
717-921-8803
Lancaster
717-394-6851
Lebanon
717-270-4391
Perry
717-582-5150
York
717-840-7408
AMERICA’S PROMISE ALLIANCE
The collective work of the Alliance involves keeping five promises to children and youth that form the conditions they need to achieve adult success.
202-657-0600
www.americaspromise.org
AMIRACLE4SURE
To improve the quality of life for individuals and their families whose lives have been impacted by negative life experiences; and to provide education, mentoring and advocacy for individuals and their children as they transform their lives after incarceration.
717-232-0100
1735 State St., Harrisburg
www.amiracle4sure.com
BETHESDA MISSION COMMUNITY (YOUTH) CENTER
717-257-5484
1438 Herr St., Harrisburg
www.bethesdamission.org
BIG BROTHERS/BIG SISTERS OF THE CAPITAL REGION
717-236-0199
1519 N. Third St., Suite H, Harrisburg
www.capbigs.org
BREAKING THE CHAINZ INC.
Mission is to provide interactive and integrative prevention and intervention programs aimed at keeping adults and adolescents from ending up in a cold cell. Program assists newly released inmates in making a smooth transition from incarcerated inmate to productive citizen.
717-525-9448
www.breakingthechainz.webs.com
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF HARRISBURG
Serves as a neighborhood based organization committed to serving youth of all backgrounds in developing self-esteem and character and to help them become responsible citizens by providing physical, recreational, social, educational and vocational programs.
717-234-3268
1227 Berryhill Street, Harrisburg
1700 Hanover St., Harrisburg
1313 Monroe St., Harrisburg
www.bgchbg.org
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Mechanicsburg service center
717-766-1591
One Baden Powell Lane, Mechanicsburg
www.newbirthoffreedom.org
CAPITAL REGION EX-OFFENDERS SUPPORT COALITION
To coordinate services that assist ex-offenders with successful re-entry that promotes public safety.
www.reentrynow.org
CENTER FOR CHAMPIONS
Desires to be an avenue where many churches, groups and businesses can partner to provide life-on-life mentors to primarily fatherless and at-risk youth.
413 S. 19th St., Harrisburg
www.centerforchampions.org
CHRISTIAN RECOVERY AFTERCARE MINISTRY
Primary focus is crime prevention, reducing recidivism and promoting a safer community.
717-234-3664
1821 Fulton St., Harrisburg
www.craminc.org
DRESS FOR SUCCESS
Empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life.
717-232-1333
29 S. 10th St., Harrisburg
https://southcentralpa.dressforsuccess.org
FRIENDS OVER FENCES
Helps inmates and ex-offenders to be successful members of society by mentoring, training and helping them find suitable housing and employment.
717-439-0466
80 Brooklane Ct., Elizabethtown
www.friendsoverfences.org
GIRL SCOUTS IN THE HEART OF PA
800-692-7816
717-234-5097
350 Hale Ave., Harrisburg
www.gshpa.org
JOSHUA GROUP
Provides hope and support for at-risk Harrisburg youth through educational and vocational opportunities.
717-236-4464
1459 Market St., Harrisburg (Joshua Learning Center)
www.joshuagroup.org
THE JT DORSEY FOUNDATION
Uses the medium of soccer to develop strong moral character, inspire academic excellence and promote community involvement for participants. Serves inner city youth ages five to 19 in the Harrisburg, Lancaster and Lebanon areas.
717-329-8937
5901 Jonestown Road, Harrisburg
www.jtdorsey.org
JUMP STREET
Dedicated to developing educational and economic opportunities with the arts for all age groups.
717-238-1887
21 S. Third St., Harrisburg
NATIONAL MENTORING PARTNERSHIP
617-303-4600
www.mentoring.org
NEW HOPE MINISTRIES
Youth programs provide assistance with homework, life skills, recreation, educational activities, and community services activities while promoting positive behavior and values. Has centers in Dillsburg, Dover, Hanover, Mechanicsburg, New Oxford and West Shore (Lemoyne) area.
771-432-2087
99 W. Church St., Dillsburg
https://nhm-pa.org/
THE PROGRAM
“It’s About Change”
Serves and supports individuals involved with the criminal justice system, primarily women and children, to prevent recidivism and promote productive lives.
717-238-9950
1515 Derry St., Harrisburg
www.theprogramhbg.org
TRIPS FOR KIDS OF HARRISBURG
Provides bike trips to Harrisburg area youth ages 10-18.
www.tfkofharrisburg.org
SALVATION ARMY
Gives youth a chance to experience educational enrichment, life skills development, and spiritual and physical wellness.
717-233-6755
506 S. 29th St. Harrisburg
www.salvationarmyharrisburg.org
U SHINE INC.
A faith-based organization that motivates young men and women to take control of their lives and their future.
904-661-9052
www.facebook.com/UShineInc/