About Learn about Mentoring Mentors Theory of Change

Learn More. Go Deeper. Be Part of the Change. MMI's 7-Year Transformational Theory of Change

We invite you to journey with us—whether you're considering board membership, making a transformative gift, or becoming a long-term partner—this is your chance to truly understand how Mentoring Mentors is building lasting change in Baltimore.

Through this reflective and engaging experience, you’ll explore our Theory of Change, a model built over seven years of deep investment in youth, community, and leadership.

What You’ll Learn:
🔹 Be Part of the Solution We'll begin by naming the problem. You'll gain insight into the systemic barriers Baltimore youth face—and how our work exists to address those challenges head-on.

🔹 Our Mission in Action We’ll connect our purpose to those challenges, sharing the heart behind our work and the vision that drives us forward.

🔹 How We Create Change You’ll learn about our four core pillars:

Intergenerational Near-to-Peer Mentorship

Self-Leadership

Academic Achievement

Building Belonging

We'll share the strategies, programs, and frameworks that move these ideals into action.

🔹 The Outcomes We Seek Together, we'll name the short-term shifts and long-term impact we aim for. Our work isn’t abstract—it’s measurable. From 2018–2025, here’s what our youth have achieved:

📚 100% college acceptance

🏫 93% average school attendance

🎓 100% graduation rate for youth in our program 4+ years

🚫 Zero negative law enforcement interactions

🔹 Proof of Impact We’ll dive deeper into what these outcomes mean—and how your support plays a role in sustaining and scaling this work.

🔹 Our Guiding Values You’ll explore the principles behind our practice: Commitment. Consistency. Community. Leadership. These aren’t just words. They’re the heartbeat of MMI.

Whether you're considering stepping into leadership or partnership, this experience is designed to help you feel connected, informed, and empowered. Together, we’ll explore how you can stand with us—and help build a future where every young person has a path, a mentor, and a community that believes in them.

Let me know when you're ready to begin. We’d be honored to share this journey with you.