WHAT'S NEXT: 

UPCOMING PROJECT LAUNCH EVENTS:

Project Launch is excited to host a kayaking event for Mentors & Mentees through Kayak & Sail Lynn! On Saturday, August 16th, we're doing our 1st mentor mentee excursion of the year — what better way to "break the ice" than getting on the water!

We meet at RAW at 10:30 am, drive over to the Blossom Street Boat Launch on the Lynnway at 11 am, and kayak for 1-2 hours! We should wrap by 2 pm latest, with formal dismissal for the mentees back at RAW. In the case of poor weather or tidal activity, please also hold the rain date of Sunday, August 17th! Sign-ups are on a first-come, first-served basis — after you meet your mentee, ask if they'd like to try this activity!

UPCOMING MENTOR TRAININGS:

August 6th, 2025: Mentor Onboarding Training will be held in person at RAW and via Zoom to promote ease of access for folks who may be traveling or commuting. New mentors or those who were onboarded after August 2024 are required. Returning mentors are encouraged, but not required. We will be introducing new polices and safety procedures, specifically related to transportation practices. As a courtesy, Project Launch provides dinner at trainings — RSVP to Kaitlyn directly so we can get a headcount for food! If you have dietary needs, please include those; we're happy to accommodate.

October 2025: Plan on a fall training that includes technical college advising topics like applications, essays, and career pathways and strategies for effective mentorship.

mentor monthly check-ins:

Thank you for being a Project Launch Mentor at RAW! We appreciate your time, consistency, and dedication to your mentee and making the program a success.

If you have questions or need match support, please contact Norway Dolan, Project Launch Manager: norway@rawartworks.org