Mentor High School Students Hillsboro; age + Referral

Mentor High School Students! Saturdays (Hillsboro) (age 21+) Referral

Serve as trusted advisors, role models, and champions throughout a student’s high school journey.

Minds Matter Portland transforms the lives of accomplished students from low-income families by preparing them for college success through long-term mentoring, tutoring, and advising. Mentors play a critical role in helping students navigate complex college pathways with confidence, clarity, and support—directly impacting college access and long-term success.

• Hands-on mentoring and leadership experience
• Insight into college access and educational equity
• Strong relationships with students and fellow mentors
• Access to a network of mission-driven professionals
• Opportunities to help shape the strategic direction of Minds Matter Portland
• Leadership opportunities and social events

What if your college experience could change someone else’s future?

Minds Matter Portland is seeking committed mentors for our Hillsboro Saturday site for the 2026–2027 academic year. Mentors are paired with a motivated high school student and a co-mentor, meeting weekly during Saturday sessions to guide students through academic, personal, and college-preparation milestones.

Mentors support students with summer program applications, college essays, university selection, and long-term planning. Sessions also include engaging activities such as current events debates, financial literacy lessons, and executive functioning skill-building. Mentors serve as trusted advisors, role models, and champions throughout a student’s high school journey.

• Attend at least 80% of in-person Saturday sessions
• Hold a four-year college degree
• Build and maintain a strong mentoring relationship
• Act as a positive role model and advocate for 3 years

Apply here:

• Volunteers needed Saturdays afternoons during the academic year (Sept
  -May) from 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Referral Opportunity: This opportunity is run directly by one of our nonprofit partners. After you express interest, the partner will contact you with next steps and confirmation details.

Hands On Greater Portland

Hours:

Your hours may not appear in your Hands On account because this is a partner‑managed opportunity.

Population Served:
Low-income Communities

Activity Type:
Tutoring, Mentoring/Youth Development

Requirements:

• Age Minimum (with Adult): 21+, Minimum Age: 21+

After expressing interest, the Opportunity Leader will contact you to confirm participation and provide directions for this opportunity.