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Herencia Forward Mentorship Program

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The Herencia Forward Mentorship Program is at the heart of our mission.

This program pairs high school students with accomplished college mentors from universities across the country and around the world. Our mentors are recognized for their academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to service. Many have successfully earned competitive scholarships and participated in nationally recognized programs. Together, mentors and mentees work side by side to navigate the college application process, develop life skills, and build confidence rooted in cultural pride.

Program Details

Key Elements of the Program include:

  • Orientation & Matching: Mentees are thoughtfully matched with mentors based on grade level, interests, and academic goals.

  • Regular Mentorship Meetings: One-on-one monthly mentorship sessions focused on goal setting, accountability, and personal growth.

  • Office Hours: Bi-weekly virtual drop-in office hours hosted by board members, allowing mentees to ask questions, receive feedback, and connect with multiple mentors.

  • Workshops & Events: Interactive workshops and discussions covering college readiness, identity, finances, and leadership.

  • Resource Hub: A centralized online platform with curated articles, tools, scholarships, and resources for academic success, financial literacy, and community engagement.

  • Celebration: A culminating event to honor mentee achievements and celebrate the collective impact of the program.

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Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria to apply:

  • Be a rising high school freshman, sophomore, junior, senior, or recent graduate

  • Reside in Indiana

  • Have at least one parent of Latino/e heritage

  • No GPA requirement, no specific immigration status or income level needed

  • Show a clear interest in empowering and giving back to the Latino community​

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We believe potential is not defined by numbers or circumstances—only by commitment and heart.

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Application Process

To apply for the Herencia Forward Mentorship Program, applicants must submit all required materials by the deadline.

Application Requirements:

  • Completed mentorship application form

  • Unofficial high school transcript

  • Personal statement

  • One letter of recommendation from a non-relative (teacher, school staff member, supervisor, or extracurricular leader). If you are unable to get a letter of recommendation you can opt out for an interview with our team.

Submission Instructions:

  • Fill out Application via Google Form and attach all of the necessary materials

  • Recommendation letters must be emailed directly to strongertogetherunidos@gmail.com by the recommender with the subject line:
    [First Name] [Last Name] – Recommendation Letter

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Process Timeline

  1. Application Submission – April

  2. Interview Period – July

  3. Mentor Matching & Orientation – Late Summer

  4. Monthly Mentorship & Workshops – Academic Year

  5. End of Program Celebration & Reflection – June

Apply Now

Ready to take the next step? Apply now!

The application deadline is April 6, 2026 at 11:59pm EST.

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