Frequently Asked Questions

Mentors are volunteers who:
- Are 18 years of age or older
- Commit to spending quality time each month with a foster child
- Commit to the AASK Mentor program for at least one year
- Provide companionship to a foster child
- Provide guidance and support to a foster teen
- Build a relationship that will last a lifetime
- Join a community of caring volunteers

AASK provides a variety of on-going support and services for all our mentor matches, including:
- Dedicated support staff
- Free, fun monthly events and activities
- AASK-sponsored Annual Spring Picnic and Holiday Party
- Free tickets to a variety of community and sporting events
- Access to resources and information, including the AASK foster care & adoption library
- Various training opportunities throughout the year
- Opportunities to specialize your volunteer service according to your talents and interests

The first step to becoming an AASK mentor is to attend an orientation. Orientations are provided Valley-wide throughout the month. There is no need to register. You can also email us at info@aask-az.org.

Yes. Mentors are required to fill out a monthly activity summary and turn them in to AASK by the 10th of each month. AASK requires mentors to meet with their mentees at least once a month. For your convenience, you can fill out and submit your Activity Summary online. (See "Current Mentors" section).

Due to recent State budget cuts, the AASK Mentoring program now operates solely on individual and corporate donations and grants. For more information on how you can help support this invaluable program, please visit our Donation page.