Get Involved
Transform a life with just four hours a month.
Mentoring at Amachi is strengths-based and youth-focused — designed to help young people identify and build assets while developing the self-assurance to lead healthy, successful lives. Step up as a role model for a child affected by parental incarceration.
Mentor Requirements
- Commit to a minimum of one year with a mentee
- Meet for a minimum of four hours per month
- Be at least 18 years old
- Reside in Western Pennsylvania
- Pass PA Background Check, Non-Educational FBI Clearance, NSOR, and PA Child Abuse clearances
- Complete additional screening and adhere to all program policies

Ready to apply?
Applications are handled through our secure mentor application form. It takes about 10 minutes, and an Amachi staff member will follow up with you about clearances and next steps.
Start the Mentor ApplicationThe impact
Break cycles. Build futures.
Your involvement can break the cycle of generational incarceration — fostering community and empowerment for children whose lives have already been touched by an unfair system. By dedicating your time, you help a young person unleash their full potential while embarking on your own journey of growth.
