Mentorship Program
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The MYPI Mentorship Program, launched in 2020, provides ongoing support to Muslim youth in Colorado to nurture their spiritual growth, mental wellbeing, and educational, personal, and professional success. Through meaningful mentor-mentee relationships, youth are guided and empowered with the Islamic identity, values, and principles needed to achieve their goals and make a positive impact on their communities, environment, and relationships.
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Muslim youth in America often navigate spaces that do not reflect or support their beliefs and values. As they move through school, work, and everyday life, it is essential that they have positive Muslim influences who can support their personal growth and help them thrive in accordance with Islamic principles.
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By being matched with a Muslim mentor, youth receive guidance from a successful, professional role model who understands the experience of being Muslim in America. MYPI mentors are trained, passionate individuals who are committed to giving back to the community and offering the kind of support many of them did not have growing up. Through this relationship, mentees are supported in setting and achieving personal, academic, spiritual, professional, and wellness goals.
Program
Details
Applications are currently CLOSED, submit an interest form for notification when they reopen.
General Info
Join the MYPI Mentorship Program and grow with guidance, support, and connection!
Program Year: August – May (10 months)
Mentoring: 2 hours per month, one-on-one
Pathways: Holistic Mentorship, Career Mentorship, or Newcomer Mentorship
Perks: All participants receive welcome kits with MYPI swag!
Cost: Completely FREE
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Standard Holistic Mentorship
Monthly one-on-one meetings (~2 hours per month) covering any area the mentee chooses—spiritual growth, academics, career, interpersonal relationships, mental & physical wellbeing, leadership skills, and financial literacy. A flexible, well-rounded approach to personal growth and support.
Career Mentorship Pathway
Focused on career exploration and development, with 4–6 one-on-one meetings over the program year. Mentees complete a reflection report at the end, and this pathway is available to high school and older youth.
Newcomer Mentorship Pathway
Tailored support for recently arrived immigrant and refugee youth, referred through MYPI’s Adopt-a-Family Program, to help build connections and navigate a new environment.
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Applications Open April 15 -May 31
Recruitment Events - April or May
Mentor & Mentee Interviews - June-July
Round Launch Event & Orientation - end of August
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Mentees are thoughtfully matched with mentors by the Mentorship Committee, considering their preferences across various criteria such as gender, location, age, career interests, and hobbies.
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Goal tracker toolkit available to support mentees in their personal development in the areas of:
Spirituality, Career, Academics, Leadership, Interpersonal Relationships, Health & Wellness, and Financial Literacy
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social events (cafe nights, trivia, picnics, sports, annual Ramadan iftar, etc.)
community service opportunities
group mentoring sessions
mentor training sessions
mentor forums
Mentees
Mentees must be middle school, high school, or college-aged.
Mentees will learn from mentor's personal and professional experience, knowledge, and skills.
Mentees will attend regular mentoring meetings with their mentor.
Mentees will be matched with highly qualified and trained mentors.
Mentees under 18 years old must have parent permission.
Mentees must have a reliable method of communicating with their mentor (phone, email, etc.).
Mentors
Mentors must be 20+ years old (few exceptions apply).
Mentors will be subject to a background check upon acceptance.
Mentors will submit short monthly reports to share progress.
Mentors will be trained and provided with many resources.
Mentors will have on-demand support from the Mentorship Committee to ensure a successful mentorship experience.
Mentors will have a reimbursement allowance to help cover mentorship outing expenses.
Mentors may apply beyond the application period and will remain on the waitlist until a fitting mentorship opportunity opens up.
Be a Part of the Impact
FAQ
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A: No, the Mentorship Program is completely FREE thanks to our generous grantors and our amazing Mentors who are volunteering their time for YOU!
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A: Each year's welcome package will vary, but in the past it has included a MYPI t-shirt, custom pen, notebook, water bottle, stickers, etc.
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A: Yes they are mandatory, but don't worry, they are very short and simple. These reports help us make sure the program is meeting its goals, that our mentors and mentees are being taken care of, and to provide reporting stats for our grantors and sponsors who help fund the program keeping it FREE for everyone.
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Yes, mashaAllah, our incredible mentors join our program for the sake of Allah, as a way to give back to the community by supporting and empowering youth to reach their full potential.
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A: Parents of mentees under 18 years old must give permission for their child to be in the program. We encourage the mentors and parents to have open communication with each other about their expectations and goals for the mentorship, without being overbearing.
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Mentees must reside in Colorado.
Mentors may be from elsewhere in the USA, but the chances of a virtual mentorship are lower.
MYPI is based in the Denver metro area, so participants from further regions in Colorado also have a lower chance of getting matched.
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The application deadline is May 31st, if you miss that window or find out about our program mid-round, you can fill out the interest form and get on the waitlist for any potential openings.
If you have any other questions, please email us: mentorship@mypi.org
2024-2025 Mentorship Round Statistics
35 Mentorship Pairs
21 Female Pairs, 14 Male Pairs
100% of Mentees
reported feeling more confident in their Islamic identity and character
100% of Mentees
reported feeling more empowered to make a positive impact on their community