Utah Federation for Youth invites both youth and adults to get involved in its service activities throughout the year. Working with youth is a rewarding experience. At UFY, several events and programs are dependent on volunteer support.

Become a Mentor

UFY is searching for volunteer mentors to assist students during several afterschool programs. Program activities include tutoring in reading and math, doing recreational activities, performing community service-learning projects, developing life and social skills, and—of course—lots of laughter!

You can help UFY respond to the needs of an increasingly diverse population of young people growing up in Salt Lake City. Programs include Project Guuleysi, a program designed help Utah’s young refugees succeed, and EnviroLeaders, a program where the youth educate the community about environmental issues.

As a mentor to youth in our community, you will discover an extremely rewarding experience. The requirements are simple. Working with youth requires a caring and committed adult who is responsible and a good listener. Although volunteering as a mentor requires a commitment of your time and energy, you will find this experience to be a fun and enjoyable way to spend your valuable time, with the added benefit of helping others.

Remember: Mentoring not only helps the child you mentor, but it gives our community a better chance of creating healthy and contributing adults.