Think back to your own childhood. What made you the person you are today? What shaped your thoughts about yourself, your career options, and your choices? Most of us can point to at least one positive, caring adult — a mentor — who made a meaningful difference in our personal, academic, and professional lives.

Research confirms the benefits of mentoring, particularly for young people in low-income communities. At-risk youth who are mentored have more positive attitudes about school and a 55% greater likelihood of enrolling in college. And kids aren’t the only ones who benefit. According to MENTOR, the national mentoring partnership, "Mentoring relationships are a shared opportunity for learning and growth. Many mentors say the rewards they gain are as substantial as those for their mentees."

With today’s busy schedules, it’s hard for kids and adults to meet face-to-face. But that’s where eMentoring saves the day. By connecting through a secure, digital platform, volunteers can mentor young people from any place, any time.

Read the full article about the benefits of eMentoring by Nina Zolt at blogs.volunteermatch.org.