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
June 30, 2026
Two Years of the Mentorship Blueprint: A Fresh Look for a Resource That’s Growing With Our Community
Phoenix, AZ | June 30, 2026 Nearly two years ago, we launched the Mentorship Blueprint Podcast with a simple but powerful idea: to create a space where real conversations about mentorship could reach ...
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June 24, 2026
New Pathways for Youth Celebrates a Star‑Studded Night at the ARCA Hollywood Bowl Tournament
Phoenix, AZ | June 24, 2026 On June 20th, New Pathways for Youth had the honor of joining the Arizona Roofing Contractors Association (ARCA) for their annual bowling tournament at Bowlero — an ...
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June 17, 2026
Expanding Impact the School Year: Inside Our Level Up Academy Summer Series
Phoenix, AZ – June 17, 2026 Summer is often described as a time of freedom, but for many young people in Phoenix, it can also mean weeks without structure, connection, ...
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