How Mentoring Benefits Juveniles and Their Families
Mentoring programs have a transformative impact on
JUMP Admin
June 19, 2024
Uplifting at-risk juveniles and their Families
Juvenile Uplifting Mentoring Program
JUMP utilizes a variety of evidence-based programs to equip mentors in effectively supporting at-risk juveniles and their families. These youth may be considered at risk due to exposure to factors such as poverty, trauma, unstable housing, limited educational support, parental incarceration, substance abuse in the home, or previous contact with the juvenile justice system.
Through the Community-Based Operated Resource Program (CORP), JUMP connects these young individuals and their families to critical community-based resources, mentorship, and supportive services. This program is designed to prevent further system involvement by addressing the root causes of risk and helping families build stability, resilience, and positive support networks.
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Become a volunteer
Through our Community-Based Operated Resource Program (CORP), you can become a mentor and provide critical support to at-risk juveniles.
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With your help, we can provide critical mentoring to juvenile offenders, helping them to avoid future criminal activity and become productive members of society.
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JUMP is a growing organization that is always looking for talented and passionate individuals to join our team. We offer a variety of positions that allow you to make a real difference in the lives of at-risk youth.
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OUR INTRODUCTION
Committed to Earning and Honoring Your Trust
Juvenile Uplifting Mentoring Program (JUMP) is dedicated to creating brighter futures for at-risk youth and their families. Our mission is to empower young people who face significant challenges—such as trauma, poverty, family instability, academic struggles, or prior justice system involvement—by providing the tools and support needed for long-term success.
Through our Community-Based Operated Resource Program (CORP), we offer evidence-based mentoring and wraparound family support services. JUMP helps youth build resilience, avoid future system involvement, and thrive as engaged, productive members of their communities.
At JUMP, we believe in the power of second chances and the potential within every young person. We recognize that circumstances—not character—often shape choices, and we’re here to walk alongside youth and families as they rewrite their stories.
With JUMP, participants can:
- Build meaningful, lasting relationships with trained mentors and positive adult role models
- Strengthen family bonds and support systems
- Access educational and career readiness opportunities
- Develop life skills that promote positive decision-making and personal growth
Engagements
Recent Community Engagements
Lycoming County Startup Program for JUMP
The Juvenile Uplifting Mentoring Program (JUMP) proposes the establishment of a startup program in Lycoming County to provide essential mentoring and support services to at-risk youth and their families. This program aims to address the unique needs of the community and empower youth to make positive choices through online training for mentors and comprehensive support for juveniles and their families.
Total Budget
$20,000
Proposed Starting Date
1 January, 2025
End Date for Initial Phase
31 December, 2025
Uplifting New and Pregnant Women with SUD and MAT needs
We will offer a series of support groups and activities to help women who have substance use disorders stay clean throughout pregnancy and breastfeeding stages by educating, encouraging, and providing classes to teach skills and prepare them for motherhood in spite of addiction. Community referral services are available for Medically Assisted Treatment Services through Pennsylvania’s Clean Slate Program.
We will work directly with Rebecca Leese, RN, a registered nurse at Unity Lactation & Collaborative, to offer these women a safe place to gather and receive support without judgment or bias. By donating, you are directly contributing to the well-being of mothers in recovery and their future children.
Total Budget
$15,000
Starting Date
July 1,2024
End Date
Ongoing
Digital Learning and Mentorship Expansion (DLME) Initiative
The Juvenile Uplifting Mentoring Program (JUMP) proposes the “Digital Learning and Mentorship Expansion (DLME) Initiative,” aimed at enhancing educational and mentoring support through digital platforms. This project will focus on providing at-risk youth with access to virtual tutoring, online mentorship, and essential digital learning resources. With a budget of $30,000, we plan to bridge the digital divide and ensure equitable access to quality educational and mentorship services.
Total Budget
$30,000
Proposed Starting Date
1 January, 2025
End Date for Initial Phase
31 December, 2025
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Let's Connect and Make a Difference Together
We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions about our program, want to inquire about becoming a mentor, or are interested in supporting JUMP, please feel free to reach out to us.
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Upcoming Events
May 17, 2025 | Jul 26, 2025
Sep 20, 2025 | Dec 13, 2025
- 11:00am-4:00pm
- YWCA -Phipps Room 815 W. 4th Street Williamsport Pa 17701
- Classes are scheduled into December
Quarterly training series equips juveniles and up to two accompanying adults with lifesaving certifications in CPR, First Aid, Stop the Bleed, and Narcan administration—critical skills that can turn community members into first responders in their own homes and neighborhoods.
June 1, 2025 to
June 1, 2026
- Remote Learning Platform
- Currently raised: $4000
- Total needed: $15,000
The Lycoming County Remote Youth and Family Support Initiative aims to establish a comprehensive online training and support program for mentors, juveniles, and their families. This initiative will leverage digital platforms to provide accessible, evidence-based resources and personalized guidance designed to reduce recidivism and promote positive development within the community.
MEMBERS
Board of Directors and Advisory Board Members
Intisar Martin
Founder
Programming and Treatment Director/Acting Executive Director
Shantay Hall
Program Chair
Leads the J.U.M.P and ensuring successful mentor-youth matches and program operations.
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Let's Change Juvenile Lives. Join Us Now!
At Juvenile Uplifting Mentor Program, we rely on passionate volunteers like you to make a difference in the lives of at-risk youth. Through our Community-Based Operated Resource Program (CORP), you can become a mentor and provide critical support to a juvenile offender.