As a child, I recall there were many youth programs and activities in the neighborhood. Whether it was a teacher, neighbor, pastor, or coach, having the one-on-one support of a caring adult who is not a parent can have  positive, life-changing outcomes. Many  mentoring programs have focused their efforts on working with young people with risk factors, like poverty or neighborhood violence. The results of these programs have benefited youth in many ways. Let's talk about the impact of mentoring our youth!