Frequently Asked Questions

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Is there a fee to join the Memphis Mentoring Partnership (MMP)?  Membership in the Partnership is currently free of charge to all non-profit agencies who have or want to start a youth mentoring program.

Who can join MMP?  All non-profits and faith-based institutions that currently have or want to start a mentoring program for youth are invited to join.

What if our mentoring program only caters to adult/adult or family relationships?   The Memphis Mentoring Partnership currently only provides support for those mentoring youth.  When MMP is fully implemented in the future, and if there is sufficient demand and financial support for growth beyond the original mission, we might expand the Partnership to include other forms of mentoring.

What is required to join?   Each agency must complete the Program Survey/Registration form, sign a memorandum of agreement, and provide a 501(c)3 form or comparable proof of non-profit status. All required forms are available on the website.

What benefits do I get as a member?   The Memphis Mentoring Partnership provides a wide variety of training opportunities and technical support and assistance to members. Workshops are offered on such topics as risk management, volunteer recruitment, and program evaluation, “train the trainer,” plus many more!  The Partnership also provides a limited number of free background checks for volunteer mentors and an unlimited amount at a cost substantially reduced compared to the average cost for this service. The MMP website provides access to sample forms and materials and links to a broad range of resources. Volunteer Memphis will also recruit and refer mentors to registered MMP member agencies.

How does our mentoring program become accredited through the MMP?   Full accreditation is granted when a program can demonstrate that all elements of the adopted standards have been implemented. Through the program assessment process based on those standards, program leaders can determine areas where change or assistance may be needed. MMP workshops are designed to address those standards and provide information and resources program providers need to comply with MMP standards.

Why should we work toward accreditation?   The purpose of MMP is to form a strong network of youth mentoring organizations to raise the level of services provided to youth and to expand the capacity to serve more of our young people. In addition to services all membership levels enjoy, accredited members are entitled to:

•    Listing as Accredited MMP member in database for mentor     referrals

•    Use of MMP partnership logo

•    First priority participation in recruitment, fund raising initiatives, in-kind donations, programmatic initiatives, and workplace partner and agency partner relationships

•     Eligibility to receive annual Excellence in Mentoring Award

•     MMP special membership event

•     Access to MMP Speakers Bureau