Joy and Purpose – Youth Mentor Program in Phoenix, Arizona
Joy and Purpose
Transforming the lives of youth by providing the support, stability, and skills they need to flourish in the community and in their families.
of our youth graduate high school
go on to post secondary education and training, 75% of which are the first in their family to do so
complete our program feeling that anything is possible for their lives
Choose Your Path
Level Up by New Pathways for Youth helps Phoenix-area youth gain the support and skills needed to reach their goals – whatever they may be.
Transform a life.
Become a mentor!
If you’re ready to make an impact (or know somebody who is), we are always welcoming potential mentors to our mentor introduction sessions.
Invest in
Phoenix youth
Every dollar invested in New Pathways for Youth translates to as much as a $30 return by preventing future spending on costly social and criminal justice services. An investment in New Pathways is truly an investment in the future of our Phoenix youth.
Discovering unlimited possibilities
New Pathways provides:
- A holistic, research- based development program
- Individualized 1:1 mentoring and action planning
- Connections to critical well-being resources
Recent news and events
December 4, 2025
The Meaning of Celebrations for Our Youth
Phoenix, AZ. – December 4, 2025 At New Pathways for Youth, we take celebration seriously—not because of the decorations or the snacks, but because joy has real power. For many ...
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November 26, 2025
The Transformative Power of Gratitude
By Karen Johnson, President & CEO, New Pathways for YouthPhoenix, Arizona — November 26, 2025 At every Power Up at New Pathways for Youth, we invite our youth and mentors ...
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November 19, 2025
Giving Tuesday: A Moment to Multiply Hope
Phoenix, AZ — November 19, 2025 Victor was carrying more than most teenagers should ever face—family instability, slipping grades, and the growing belief that his future might be predetermined for ...
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