JustINSPIRE Mentoring Foundation
Lifting As We Climb
Comprehensive mentoring training and volunteer opportunities designed to transform lives through evidence-based practices, cultural competence, and authentic relationship building.
Our Mentoring Philosophy
Real-life experience + formal education + trauma-informed insight + cultural competence + leadership training. This isn’t just mentorship — it’s a transformative brotherhood experience.
Empathy-Centered
Building authentic connections through understanding, active listening, and shared emotional experiences that foster trust and growth.
Solution-Focused
Guiding mentees to discover their own solutions through strategic questioning, positive reinforcement, and strength-based approaches.
Trauma-Informed
Understanding the impact of trauma and creating safe spaces for healing, growth, and emotional regulation development.
Culturally Competent
Embracing diversity, addressing biases, and building inclusive relationships that honor each mentee’s background and identity.
Goal-Oriented
Setting SMART goals, tracking progress, and celebrating achievements while building accountability and self-efficacy.
Ethically Grounded
Maintaining clear boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical standards while fostering safe, supportive mentoring relationships.
Comprehensive Training Framework
Our evidence-based training program equips mentors with essential skills through 10 comprehensive modules delivered over 3 weeks.
Introduction to JustINSPIRE
Duration: 2 hours
Program overview, mentor roles and responsibilities, expected outcomes, and foundational principles of our mentoring approach.
Building Empathy
Duration: 3 hours
Active listening techniques, rapport building, trust development, and emotional intelligence through role-playing and practice sessions.
Solution-Focused Mindset
Duration: 3 hours
Principles of solution-focused mentoring, strategic questioning techniques, and positive reinforcement strategies.
Strength-Based Coaching
Duration: 3 hours
Identifying and nurturing mentee strengths, assessment techniques, and developing individual growth plans.
Mental Health Awareness
Duration: 4 hours
Understanding adolescent mental health, recognizing signs and symptoms, providing support, and making appropriate referrals.
Conflict Resolution
Duration: 3 hours
Understanding conflict dynamics, de-escalation techniques, mediation skills, and developing conflict resolution toolkits.
Cultural Competence
Duration: 3 hours
Appreciating diversity, building inclusive relationships, addressing biases, and cultural awareness exercises.
Communication Skills
Duration: 3 hours
Effective communication techniques, interpersonal skills, non-verbal communication, and relationship building.
Goal Setting & Progress
Duration: 3 hours
SMART goal setting techniques, progress tracking methods, celebration strategies, and accountability systems.
Ethics & Boundaries
Duration: 3 hours
Ethical guidelines, boundary setting, confidentiality considerations, and developing personal codes of conduct.
Training Schedule & Certification
3-Week Program
Intensive training delivered over 3 weeks with 3 sessions per week, totaling 30 hours of comprehensive instruction.
Interactive Learning
Role-playing exercises, group discussions, case studies, and hands-on activities for practical skill development.
Certification
Official certification upon completion, recognizing readiness to mentor under the JustINSPIRE program.
Specialized Mentoring Programs
Innovative, research-based programs that combine traditional mentoring with specialized activities to maximize youth development outcomes.
Chess Mentoring
Strategic thinking meets life skills development through the timeless game of chess.
Critical thinking and strategic planning skills
Emotional regulation and patience development
Sportsmanship and respectful competition
Problem-solving and consequence awareness
The Artful Self
Emotional regulation through creative expression and artistic exploration.
Emotional vocabulary and identification skills
Creative coping mechanisms and stress management
Self-awareness and self-compassion development
Non-verbal expression and mindfulness practices
Checkmate & Choices
Comprehensive life skills program combining chess with SEL, economics, and career exploration.
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) competencies
Economic literacy and financial skills
College and career exploration guidance
Purpose-driven decision-making frameworks
Volunteer Requirements & Standards
We seek dedicated individuals who are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of young men and boys.
Essential Requirements
Genuine interest in mentoring and positively impacting young lives
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Reliable, dependable, and punctual character
Patience and ability to teach/explain concepts clearly
Minimum age of 18 years old
Willingness to undergo background check
Commitment to attend mandatory training sessions
Commitment & Benefits
Time Commitment:
Approximately 2 hours per month during program sessions
Sessions typically on Saturday mornings (11am-2pm)
Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
Benefits of Volunteering:
Make a tangible difference in young lives
Develop valuable mentoring and leadership skills
Join a supportive community of like-minded individuals
Receive comprehensive training and ongoing support
Application Process
Apply Online
Complete our online application form
Background Check
Complete required background screening
Training
Attend comprehensive mentor training program
Start Mentoring
Begin making a difference in young lives
Additional Training Resources
We provide access to additional specialized training opportunities to enhance your mentoring capabilities.
FREE RBT Training
40-hour Applied Behavior Analysis training from Autism Partnership Foundation
Learn MoreTraining for Organizations
We offer customized training on our person-focused mentoring model to other organizations, schools, and community groups. Our evidence-based approach can be adapted to fit your specific needs and population.
Customized Training
Tailored to your organization’s mission and population
Evidence-Based
Proven methodologies with measurable outcomes
Ongoing Support
Continued guidance and consultation available
Our Training Covers:
Get Involved Today
Ready to make a difference? Contact us to learn more about volunteer opportunities, training programs, or organizational partnerships.
Contact Information
Phone
(667) 417-9213Primary Location
Casa De Inspiration
Baltimore City Eastside, MD
Follow Our Journey
Mission Statement
“Lifting As We Climb” – Supporting men in their journey while funding mentorship for the next generation.