Join as a mentor

Remember, you can always reach us at info@urbantxt.com.

TXT: Teens Exploring Technology

We are an award winning, nationally recognized technology based start-up non-profit organization that focuses on inspiring at-risk teens, grades 8th - 10th to become confident leaders using technology. Our mission is to develop young men of color into tech leaders through skills in leadership, entrepreneurship, UX design and code. Through our Summer Coding Leadership Academy (SCLA) and other programs, we have been recognized by The White House, City of Los Angeles, Google, Mashable, Re/code, and Inc. Magazine for our innovative approach to youth development and technology education.

Mentorship

Are you a passionate professional in the technology industry? You can make a difference in a teen's life by contributing your time and expertise as part of our weekly workshops. Contact us and let us know how you can help.

Mentor Form

First name *

Last name *

Email *

Phone number

Company you work for *

Position/Title *

Please list one reference from your company (include phone number) *

Have you worked or volunteered with other youth programs? (please explain)

How did you hear about us? *

Personal Referral

Social Media

Other

Are you willing to help with sponsorships for our students?

Yes

Mentors will meet with their mentee in-person once a month. Mentors should also maintain communication via phone call, email, text or social media platforms on a weekly basis. *

Yes, I can meet with mentee once a month and maintain weekly communication.

No, I have other commitments and can only mentor remotely

I can meet with mentee more than two times a month and maintain weekly communication

I am not sure what I can commit to, but would still like to get involved

I can mentor a student up to *

6 months

12 months

18 months

Other

I am able to mentor *

1 student

2 students

3 students

Why are you interested in mentoring a student?

We serve young men of color between the 7th and 11th grade who are from low income communities. Since 2009, we’ve used the concept of developing strong teams as a way for our young men to learn about collaboration, ideation, and long-lasting life skills. In small teams, our youths learn the process of taking an idea from concept to market.

Contact

2318 South Union Ave.

Los Angeles, CA 90007

info@urbantxt.com