Our Programs

Four connected pillars — mentoring, scholarships, education achievement, and social development — designed to walk with a student from middle school through college and career.

Program 01

Mentoring

Our core mentoring program matches students in grades 6–12 with trained volunteer mentors for consistent, one-on-one support throughout the school year. Mentors help students set academic and personal goals, navigate challenges, and build the confidence to pursue opportunities they might not otherwise consider.

  • Weekly or biweekly mentor check-ins
  • Group mentoring circles at partner schools
  • Summer mentoring & enrichment activities
Guide Right Youth Development Program — a mentor walking hand in hand with a child toward a lighthouse
Program 02

Education Achievement

Academic support programming — including tutoring, study-skills coaching, and enrichment workshops — helps students close learning gaps and build the habits that lead to long-term academic success.

  • Study-skills and time-management workshops
  • STEM and literacy enrichment activities
  • College Readiness (SAT Prep)
Education Achievement illustration — an open book beneath a light bulb, atom, pencil, and A+ badge
Program 03

Social Development

Leadership and life-skills programming builds character, civic awareness, and the interpersonal skills students need to thrive in school, work, and their communities — including workshops on communication, financial literacy, and community service projects.

  • Leadership workshops & youth councils
  • Financial literacy & life-skills training
  • Community service & civic engagement projects
Social Development illustration — five young people standing together under a star, with speech bubbles
Program 04

Scholarships

Each year, the Foundation awards scholarships to graduating seniors pursuing college, trade school, or other accredited post-secondary programs. Awards are based on a combination of academic achievement, financial need, and demonstrated community involvement.

Scholarship Details & How to Apply
Scholarships illustration — a graduation cap above a diploma, a stack of books, and coins
Where We Work

Partner Schools & Communities

We partner with schools and community organizations throughout Sussex County (replace with your real partner list).


Sussex Central High School Indian River High School Cape Henlopen High School Woodbridge High School Delmarva Christian High School Boys & Girls Clubs of Sussex County

Know a student who could use a mentor?

Referrals, mentor sign-ups, and program questions all start with a conversation.