Our Impact

Over the last 30 years:

30,000 Youth Served
420,000 Volunteer Hours
70,000 Miles Run

See 2023 Annual Report

One-to-One Mentoring

100%

Mentors would recommend mentoring at Bolder Options to a friend.

83%

Mentors feel like their mentee has made a positive impact on their life.

100%

Youth accomplished at least one goal they set for themselves.

100%

Youth were more physically active while engaged in Bolder Options Youth Mentoring.

100%

Of pairs plan to remain in contact after graduation!

Alumni Program

244

Alumni attended Bolder Options events and activities in 2023

Participants completed their I Believe & I Achieve career skill building programs in 2023

2462

Hours of learning leadership, environmental stewardship, and building community in outdoor environments in 2024

Bolder Options youth alumni were the first to receive a Bentdahl Scholarship for their post-secondary education in 2023.

100%

Of youth opted to participate in the alumni program in 2023.

Emotional Wellbeing

Mentoring boosts the emotional well-being of middle school students. Psychology Today highlights that mentorship can foster positive self-esteem and resilience in young people, further supporting their emotional health.

Academic Success

Mentoring leads to better academic results. Students with mentors are more likely to go to college and volunteer. They often earn better grades and feel more motivated, which helps them overcome challenges and achieve their educational goals (National Mentoring Partnership, 2021).

Community Connection

Mentoring also helps students connect with their communities. The National Mentoring Partnership notes that mentors encourage kids to get involved in local activities and community service, helping them build relationships and a sense of belonging (National Mentoring Partnership, 2021).