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Your contributions empower entrepreneurs around the world on their path out of poverty to economic prosperity.
Light the World!
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Over 3.4 billion people live in poverty, trapped by limited education and opportunity. Mentors International helps them break free through mentoring and business development, boosting their income and savings to achieve sustainable economic self-reliance.
2024 Reach
144,000 Total Lives Impacted
113,100 Business Training Sessions
24,000 Entrepreneurs Trained
73% of Participants are Women
See Our Full 2024 Impact Report
Within their first year, our program participants achieve...
29% Increase in Income
54% Increase in Savings
36% Decrease in Debts
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We are committed to driving measurable impact for our programs. And behind all the numbers are the stories of individual lives that you help to transform!
Curtis Oscarson
Mentors International does the hard work!
”Rather than trying to solve other people’s problems, Mentors help develop the people that will then become continuous problem solvers.”
Jed Stevenson
Mentors are empowering peopleÂ
”I’ve seen how the work that Mentors are doing is not only producing jobs, but in fact, it’s empowering people to better serve in their communities.”
Liz Mumford
Mentors International really cares about the individual.
”Mentors get involved and create change. It is so much more than just giving money to a cause.’
They Chose Mentors International
Get Involved with Mentors International!
You’re not just sending a child off to school for a year or feeding a family for a month. In Mentors International, people learn how to completely change their lives.
Your Donations Provide Solutions for Micro Entrepreneurs
We provide practical business management training and tools. Our goal is to help necessity entrepreneurs grow beyond micro-startups, transforming them into thriving business builders and job creators who uplift their communities.
- Cash flow drivers
- Pricing and promotions
- Revenue and cost tracking
- Inventory controls
- Organization and budgeting
- Operational improvements
- Marketing strategies
- Responsible debt use
- Break-even point/fixed and variable costs
Job Seekers
- Call Center Preparation: Achieving competence in basic English and customer service skills directly links our students to jobs that can double or triple their income.
- English: Basic, intermediate and advanced English skills open the doors to employment in a variety of industries.
- Graphic Design: Adobe programs, Canva and other design tools give our students the skills to go out and acquire their own customer base directly or get a job or promotion.
- Microsoft Office: Acquiring basic and intermediate level skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint gives our students a wide variety of new job opportunities.
- Web Design: Learning HTML, CSS and other coding skills provides our students with interest in the tech industry a foot in the door to great entry-level positions.
In order to turn generational poverty into sustainable self-reliance, we’ve established partner organizations in 12 of the world’s most poverty-stricken countries. Click to see more about the countries where your donations lift families from poverty to prosperity.
In order to turn generational poverty into sustainable self-reliance, we’ve established partner organizations in 12 of the world’s most poverty-stricken countries. Click to see more about the countries where your donations lift families from poverty to prosperity.
A Mentor is there to provide guidance, accountability, and support along the way.
Our Mentors create lasting, life-changing impact in the lives of the entrepreneurs and families we serve. They equip entrepreneurs with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to build sustainable businesses, achieve self-reliance, and create local jobs. Through personalized mentoring, entrepreneurs have a guide on their journey who can teach them essential principles such as financial literacy, business management, and growth mindset while also providing encouragement and problem-solving support. The results speak for themselves!
The Change
There are lots of ways to contribute to our mission. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us to find out more!
Donate!
Your contributions directly fund our in-country programs that empower families on their journeys from poverty to prosperity.
Corporate Sponsorship
Run a business or foundation and want to increase your philanthropic impact? We have ways to get you directly involved in our efforts.
Lunch and Learn
Attend a networking event to hear from a member of our executive team about our mission and mingle with like-minded people who care about making a difference.
More Opportunities
Find out about volunteer opportunities, in-country expeditions, internships and more!
We partner with different organizations all over the globe that share a passion for our mission. Reach out to us to find out how we can work together!
A $200 Donation Empowers 1 Family on Their Journey to Economic Prosperity!
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Mentors International is a global nonprofit dedicated to changing lives through mentoring.
For over 35 years we’ve been dedicated to lifting generations from poverty to self-reliance and economic prosperity through entrepreneur-focused training programs across 12 countries.
