ALD Service Project

Mentor Match-Up Service Event

• Partner with local high schools, middle schools, and other educational institutions to pair ALD members with younger students. 

• Mentorship could have an emphasis on underrepresented communities or students in need of college guidance.

• Suggestions for activities: Essay help (specifically College essay prompts), studying habits, general college advice, leadership advice, and general tutoring. 

“Letters to My Younger Self” Mentorship Story Bank

• ALD members will write short reflections on their college journey so far.

• Reflection thoughts: How has my journey been thus far? What would I change about my experience? What are my goals in the future, and what are the steps I can take to accomplish these goals?

• Compile these reflections into a digital file or booklet, which can be shared with first-year students, high school students, or community programs.

DEIB in Mentorship Workshops

• What does creating an inclusive space within mentoring look like?

• Host a training for members to learn how to be inclusive mentors: how to affirm identities, practice active listening, etc.

Skill Swap, Mentorship Edition

• Peer-to-Peer Mentorship between ALD members

• Pair off members, and share learned skills with each other

• Skills could include: study tips, resume review, cover letter review, sharing internship sources, connecting on LinkedIn, sharing creative hobbies, etc.

• This encourages mentorship in equity, not just a traditional mentee-to-mentor relationship, as each person has the opportunity to be both the mentee and the mentor.

Peer Coaching Pods

• Small groups meet regularly to support each other’s goals and challenges.

Academic & Peer Support

• Homework Help Hubs: Members mentor younger students in core subjects during after-school sessions.

• College Prep Clinics: Host workshops on applications, essays, and financial aid—mentors guide attendees through each step.

• Study Buddy Matchups: Pair members with local students for ongoing academic support and encouragement.

Empowerment & Identity

• First-Gen Student Panels: Mentors share their journeys and offer guidance to first-generation college-bound students.

• Confidence Coaching Circles: Small groups focus on self-esteem, public speaking, and leadership skills.

• Cultural Mentorship Exchanges: Celebrate diversity by pairing mentors and mentees across backgrounds to share traditions and stories.

Community Engagement

• Mentor-Led Service Projects: Pairs or groups plan and execute a community service initiative together (e.g., park cleanups, food drives).

• Intergenerational Mentoring: Partner with senior centers or youth organizations for cross-age mentorship.

• Digital Literacy Mentoring: Teach tech skills to underserved populations—mentors guide participants through basic computer use, email, and online safety.