The programme is designed for community organisations, not for profits, social enterprises, NGOs and both registered and un-registered charities who:
Our Community Mentors are experienced, successful New Zealand business people who know what it feels like to either govern, manage or operate a not for profit or social enterprise. They also have extensive commercial business experience which will also add value to any not for profit or charitable organisation. Our volunteer mentors come from a wide range of backgrounds and understand New Zealand's not for profit sector. All our mentors are passionate, committed individuals who want to see their communities prosper and grow. Community Mentors volunteer their time to work alongside the organisation and participate in a mentoring relationship by:
All our mentors are interviewed and reference checked before being accepted as a volunteer Community Mentor. They are required to attend and meet the standards of our Community Mentors Induction/Accreditation programme.
Clients of the Community Mentoring Programme pay a $295+GST registration fee. After registration the mentoring is free for up 12 months, volunteered by your experienced Community Mentor. The registration fee helps to cover the operational costs of the programme.
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