PARTICIPATE: AL!VE Emerging Leaders Mentor Program!
The next round of AL!VE's mentor program will take place April - September 2026.AL!VE is dedicated to the professional growth and development of leaders in volunteer engagement. The purpose of the Emerging Leaders Mentor Program is to provide a platform for AL!VE members to connect, share best practices and position themselves as leaders in the field through ongoing professional development and skills building. Participants will be paired with AL!VE Mentors to receive individualized coaching and support
For more information about this program, commitments and requirements, program timeline, etc., please visit our website here and review this cycle's Mentor Program FAQ. The mentorship will commence during the months of April - September 2026.
If interested in serving as a mentor: Complete the mentor questionnaire here.
If interested in serving as a mentee: Complete the mentee application here.
Questionnaires and applications are due Friday, April 3rd, 2026.
SAVE THE DATES:
- Mentee Goal Setting (optional): Wednesday, March 25 9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET
This session is for any potential mentees who would like assistance in setting their goals for the program that can be included in their application or in preparation for meeting with their mentor!
NOTE: If you submit your application, you will receive the invite to this session. If you would like to attend this session before submitting your application, please email Megan at mentor@volunteeralive.org for the calendar invite. - Orientation (required): Thursday, April 9th 12-1:30pm PT / 3-4:30pm ET
This session is for everyone to attend to hear from both mentees and mentors in order to best match pairs together. This session may go 60-90 minutes depending on number of participants. Everyone will be sent the calendar invite after submitting the mentor questionnaire or mentee application. - Mentor Tips & Best Practices (optional): Wednesday, April 22 9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET
This session is for mentors on how to best set up the mentorship for success. We will share some best practices and we welcome mentors to share what has worked for them in the past when working with mentees as well as any asks or ideas for what the program can do for you along the way. Mentors will be sent the calendar invite to RSVP.
Questions?
Contact the Mentor Program Facilitator, Megan Vixie, at mentor@volunteeralive.org
Link: https://www.volunteeralive.org/mentor_program.php
Submitted: 02/24/26
Article By: Vixie, MPA, CVA, PHR, CEC, Megan