The Christian mentor you've always wanted for your teen.
TrailGuides pairs teens with a trained Christian young adult for virtual 1:1 mentorship to help them navigate the unique challenges of their generation.
Your first month is completely free
What is TrailGuides?
TrailGuides is a virtual mentorship program pairing Christian college students with teens.
Our mentors connect 1:1 with your teen through daily text messaging and weekly phone calls.
Christian mentors are trained and background checked to ensure the safety of everyone.
Connect with our network of experienced mentors, who can help your teen navigate the challenges of high school.
Over 80% of TrailGuides teens experienced an improvement in their well-being.
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How TrailGuides works
TrailGuides approach to mentorship is virtual one-on-one, meeting the teen where they are through text and calls.
Start by filling out an application that will be reviewed and our team will start the matching process.
Once you've been matched with a mentor, your teen will receive a text message introduction from them.
Throughout the week, your mentor will engage through text messages and a weekly phone call to listen and talk.
TrailGuides bridge the gap for parents of teens.
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“TrailGuides has been a game changer, offering compassionate support and expertise that truly helped me regain control of my life.”
Sara, Dallas
Our Mission
To provide convenient access to Christian mentors, focusing on personalized care to a generation of teens that has to deal with a lot of new challenges. TrailGuides enables you to connect your teen with a trusted mentor in a secure, confidential, and user-friendly environment.
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“TrailGuides is revolutionizing the mentorship landscape by bridging the gap between parents and their teens, and fostering an environment that prioritizes well-being and accessibility.”
“TrailGuides has significantly transformed the mentorship industry by seamlessly connecting teens and Christian mentors, cultivating a supportive space that values spiritual health, relationship, and individualized guidance above all else.”
“TrailGuides is genuinely reshaping a generation by teens and mentors in a powerful way, while creating a culture centered on wellness, ease of access, and personalized mentorship experiences.”
“TrailGuides is innovatively altering the face of mentorship by effectively linking teens with mentors, and promoting a setting that emphasizes overall health, user-friendly experiences, and a tailored mentorship plan.”
FAQs
How do I get a mentor?
Start by applying using the Get a Mentor button, this will kick start the matching process to find you the perfect mentor.
What devices can I use with my mentor?
Most of our members use their phone to connect via text messaging and phone calls with their mentor.
Is my personal information secure during a mentorship?
Yes, trust is critical to a mentorship relationship. Of course, if there is anything concerning or dangerous going on then a parent will be looped into the conversation. All conversations are recorded and monitored by a member of our staff to ensure appropriate boundaries on all conversations.
How are parents involved in the mentorship process?
Every month, the mentor will send a progress update to the parents with an overview of their activity for the month. We encourage parents to take a proactive approach to communicating and engaging with their teen.
How do you select and train your college mentors?
We are highly selective in our process of finding the absolute best mentors for TrailGuides. They go through a rigorous application and interview process, in addition to on-going training, discipleship, and background checks regularly conducted.
If you have any further questions, please reach out to our friendly support team.
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