Becoming H.E.R Mentor Program

One caring adult can make a world of difference in the lives of young women aging out of foster care or experiencing family instability by partnering in their healing, empowerment, and restoration.

Mentorship

The purpose of Eileen & Callie’s Place Becoming H.E.R. Mentor Program is to partner on the journey of becoming healed, empowered, and restored through one-on-one relationships that inspire change and build lifelong success.

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Creating new norms through self-actualization.

  • Meeting our girls where they are

  • Identifying needs and gaps

  • Emotional support

  • Creating a safe space to explore identity, security in self, and self-acceptance

  • A space to be seen, heard, supported, and nurtured

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Identity-based success model

  • Personalized plan for each individual

  • Mentee-led goal setting process

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Establish an environment of trust to accomplish goals and a productive lifestyle

  • System Navigation Support

  • Relationship & Network Management

  • Decision Making & Planning for the Future

About ECP’s Mentorship Porgram

Our mentors provide steady support, encouragement, and a safe place to grow. Each mentor–mentee pair creates a meeting schedule that truly fits their lives, choosing when and how they connect. We intentionally match participants based on shared interests and experiences to help relationships thrive. Mentors model healthy connections, open doors to new opportunities, and honor every young woman’s unique background so she knows she is valued, supported, and not facing adulthood on her own.

We value and celebrate cultural differences, and our mentors are trained to listen first, honor each mentee’s background and beliefs, and build trust across diverse life experiences. Above all, mentors show up reliably and authentically so that every young woman knows she is seen, supported, and never has to navigate adulthood alone.

Become A Mentee
Become A Mentor
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Our mentor–mentee pairs are supported by the Eileen & Callie’s Place team with resources that help their relationships grow. Pairs receive access to events, sporting games, tickets to local attractions, and stipends to support shared experiences. ECP also hosts quarterly “Celebrating YOU” gatherings, including holiday parties, workshops, virtual activities, and more. Our goal is to make it easy to build authentic, lasting relationships, and our team walks with you every step of the journey.

  • "I didn't think I'd ever get to a point where I'd feel okay. It's just kind of crazy to think about because now I'm being a voice for other people to encourage."

    —K.M. (ECP Mentee)

  • "I just wanted to have someone who cares about me. Right now the only people there for me are you and my boyfriend. And I feel like you're there for me"

    —ECP Mentee, 2023

  • "I thought about you so I wanted to text. I'm in a rough spot and need some guidance and you've been there for me when I couldn't see I could do a lot of great things. Is it okay if you can be my mentor again."

    —M.W. (ECP Mentee)

  • "Mentoring has been such a humbling experience. It has taught me how to successfully help someone in a positive way. She has made me so proud to be her mentor. I hope to remain in her life throughout her journey."

    —N.G. (ECP Mentor)