Our Impact

While it is still early to measure the full impact of `A`ALI`I Mentoring's program, based on alumni Mentee and Mentor testimonials, AM's first two cohorts of Mentees show early positive outcomes aligning with our goals. AM continues to actively engage alumni Mentees and Mentors, tracking Mentee progress as they go through their higher educational and personal journey. As more concrete data emerges, AM will provide updates on an ongoing basis. Below are profiles of AM's three cohorts to date (10/2023):

AM 1 Cohort 2021-22

Pilot program launched in August 2021, completed in May 2022
7 Mentees: 5 females and 2 males, ages 18–20
7 Mentors: 6 females and 1 male, ages 50–60
10-month Program Completion: 100%
Post-program:
- Mentoring Relationship: 86% (6/7) continued to engage/meet with Mentor post-program
- Engagement to `A`ALI`I Mentoring: 86% (4/7) continue to participate/engage with AM via Alumni Meet Ups, social media, and/or text/email communication

AM2 Cohort 2022-23

12 Mentees: 9 females and 3 males, ages 18–22
12 Mentors: 10 females and 2 males, ages 30-60+
10-month Program Completion: 75% (9/12)
Post-program:
- Mentoring Relationship: 88% (8/9) continued to engage/meet with Mentor post-program
- Engagement to `A`ALI`I Mentoring: 100% (9/9) continue to participate/engage with AM via Alumni Meet Ups, social media, and/or text/email communication
- One Mentee who withdrew reapplied and is a member of the AM3 cohort

AM3 Cohort 2023-24

18 Mentees: 12 females and 6 males, ages 18–24
18 Mentors: 12 females and 6 males, ages 30–60+
10-month Program Completion: NA

Mentee Testimonials

“I feel more confident when navigating through life and I appreciate learning about finances as a young adult.”

“What I like best about the A'ali'i program is that it allows me to explore and to learn new things. It allows me to be out of my comfort zone in a good way... I am glad to be chosen and to be a part of this family. "

“I learned to never give up, don’t be afraid of failure and to keep trying my best over and over and over even if I’m at my worst. The only time you fail, is when you’re not trying. ”

Mentor Testimonials

“Seeing someone grow and challenge themselves before your eyes gives me so much fulfillment. ”

“I would like to stay in touch with my mentee (we decided we will continue keeping in contact). I want to continue to see her grow as a young adult and to be her 'cheerleader.' I want to attend her graduation!!”

Testimonials