Frequently Asked Questions

About Brave Hearts

Brave Hearts is dedicated to empowering young adults transitioning from foster care into independent adulthood. Through mentoring, education, career preparation, life skills development, and community partnerships, we provide the guidance and support needed to build successful futures.
Our programs are designed for youth and young adults who are aging out of foster care or navigating the transition to independent living. We also collaborate with families, schools, community organizations, and employers who share our commitment to supporting these young people.
Our mission is to equip every young adult we serve with the relationships, resources, confidence, and practical skills needed to thrive personally, professionally, and within their communities.

Brave Hearts provides a variety of programs designed to prepare young adults for lifelong success.

Mentors provide consistent encouragement, accountability, guidance, and support while helping young adults navigate education, employment, financial decisions, relationships, and everyday life.
Each mentor completes an application, interview, background screening, orientation, and training before being matched with a participant.
Mentors and mentees are paired based on shared interests, career aspirations, personalities, and individual goals to encourage meaningful, lasting relationships.
Mentors are encouraged to commit to at least one year in order to provide stability and consistency during this important stage of a young person’s life.

- College and career readiness
- Workforce development
- Financial literacy
- Independent living skills
- Leadership development
- Resume writing
- Interview preparation
- Goal setting
- Health and wellness education
- Community service opportunities
- Scholarship assistance
No. All Brave Hearts programs are provided at no cost to eligible participants.
No. We support multiple pathways to success, including college, skilled trades, apprenticeships, military service, entrepreneurship, certifications, and direct employment.

Yes. Volunteers support Brave Hearts through special events, fundraising, workshops, career panels, administrative assistance, community outreach, and program activities.
Successful mentors demonstrate integrity, patience, compassion, consistency, good listening skills, and a genuine desire to invest in a young person’s future.

Individuals and organizations can support our mission by making financial contributions, sponsoring programs, donating needed resources, volunteering, or becoming community partners.
Every contribution directly supports mentoring, educational programming, workforce readiness, scholarships, transportation assistance, emergency support, and life skills programming for the young adults we serve.
Yes. Brave Hearts is a nonprofit organization, and donations are tax deductible as permitted by law.

The safety and wellbeing of every participant is our highest priority. All mentors complete background screenings and training, and every mentoring relationship is supported through ongoing staff communication, established program guidelines, and regular check ins.

Whether you are interested in becoming a mentor, volunteering, donating, sponsoring a program, or referring a young adult, we invite you to connect with us. Together, we can help build brighter futures through meaningful relationships and lasting opportunities.
Contact us: jtgreen@braveheartsleaders.com