Application Process

Become an Advisor

Volunteer to mentor high school students in your community.

Interested in helping students achieve their dreams?

Over 100 high schools and community groups are supporting students throughout Oregon with the ASPIRE program. Oregon Mentors provides information on the importance of mentor relationships and assists volunteers with finding an ASPIRE site placement or, you may contact the site where you would like to volunteer directly. Ask for the ASPIRE Coordinator.

Getting Started

• Contact your local ASPIRE site to initiate the application process.
• Familiarize yourself with the tasks and responsibilities of ASPIRE volunteers by reviewing volunteer position descriptions.
  • Advisor
  • Advisor Coordinator
  • Resource Specialist
• Satisfactorily complete a criminal background check - volunteers may not work one-on-one with students until this step is completed.  ASPIRE sites may also conduct personal reference checks and interviews.

The application process may take a few weeks. During this time you may be able to provide essential support to the ASPIRE site by assisting in the their work area and working with other ASPIRE volunteers.

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