“Breaking cycles of incarceration by mentoring the children left behind.”


Diagram of the Children of Promise Mentoring Program, showing overlapping circles with descriptions of program components. The purple circle mentions mentoring children whose parents are incarcerated or deceased, ages 5-18, matched with mentors. The blue circle describes a school-based program helping students in grades 2-3 to stay on track academically. The yellow circle details behavioral health and intervention services for kids ages 5-18, with additional counseling available for all ages and families.

Children of Promise Mentoring Program supports kids of incarcerated parents in Cedar Rapids with consistent mentoring, leadership development, and mental & behavioral health services.

A group of nine people, including children and adults, posing together in an art gallery with colorful abstract paintings behind them.

Who Do We Serve?

Children of Promise Mentoring Program is dedicated to empowering youth through one-on-one mentorship, fostering personal growth, and building strong, supportive relationships. Our mission is to guide children toward a brighter future by providing consistent encouragement, positive role models, and opportunities for success in education and life skills. Through community involvement and tailored support, we help young individuals realize their full potential and become confident, capable leaders.

Children of Promise Mentoring Program

Be a Mentor in real life and make real changes in a youth’s life.

Being a Mentor is not complicated at all! You do NOT have to be a road scholar, you just have to be WILLING to spare ONE hr of your time per week, at ZERO cost to the Mentor and Mentee, doing REGULAR day to day things such as grocery shopping, walking your dog, running errands. Beyond popular belief, your Mentee may find enjoyment in the small things.

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