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 Mentors

“Run, jog, walk. Whatever it takes to help students cross the finish line.” Dreamfar welcomes teens with diverse backgrounds and abilities and mentors who help support them. Whether this is your first season with us or your 18th, we are happy to have you be a part of our team!

New & Returning Mentors

Dreamfar mentors run alongside youth and help them train for and complete the Newport Marathon or Half Marathon by providing companionship, motivation, and support. Mentors run as part of the whole team, but are specifically matched in "running families" consisting of 4-6 mentors and 8-12 students. No prior running experience is required to volunteer for this program however mentors must be committed to training alongside their mentee(s).

Requirements and Responsibilities

  • Commitment to one full Dreamfar season (November-mid/late April)

  • Attend 80% of the Saturday training runs

  • Must be at least 20 years old

  • Ability to communicate openly and effectively

  • Empower student mentees through intentional goal setting, holistic physical wellness, and meaningful engagement in Saturday programming. Foster authentic connections and a sense of belonging across mentors and mentees, while cultivating the skills and confidence essential for lifelong self-efficacy

Benefits

  • Certified distance running coaching

  • Regular training and support

  • Inspirational speaker series

  • Highly accessible program staff

  • Team social events

  • Access to physical therapy

  • Discounts at local running stores

  • A once in a lifetime opportunity!

If you would like to apply to become a new mentor with Dreamfar please complete the

2025-2026 Mentor Registration Form

School Site Mentors-New & Returning

Want to do more? Become a school site mentor at your school or bring Dreamfar to your school! Complete the form below to become a school site mentor at a current school site. A member of our crew will reach out to you if you once you complete the form.

Want your school community to become a partner school? Please email admin@dreamfarhsm.org to find out how to bring what we do with the teens in your life.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Commit to a full Dreamfar season (August to May)

  • Recruit students to participate in the program and assist in their development with the program

  • Supervise three weekday runs per week

  • Oversee students' distance running practices including creating training routes, securing meeting locations, and managing attendance.

    • You’ll need to be minimally tech savvy but we can teach you!

  • Uphold Dreamfar policies including proper precautions relating to safety and behavior

  • Attend school site mentor meetings, practices, and race events

  • Communicate program information with mentees, parents and caregivers, and school administration

  • Maintain contact with Dreamfar staff, including checking and responding to email regularly