Fueling mentors and tools that help teen girls thrive

BeVescent Foundation | 501 (c)(3) nonprofit supporting teen mental wellness through mentorship.

Learn more about our sister organization, Vescent LLC. Vescent is a separate for-profit organization affiliated with the BeVescent Foundation.

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How BeVescent Works

Trained peer mentors are opening doors to mental health support, reaching youth and building lasting impact.

PEER: Evaluating Peer Mentors

We provide no-cost, comprehensive mentor training programs covering mental health awareness, active listening, crisis intervention, and best practices for nurturing supportive relationships.

BRIDGE: Broadening Reach, Deepening Impact

We provide scholarships and grants to ensure every teen can access Vescent's mentoring program, regardless of their financial situation.

LEARN: Learning and Adapting for Impact

We establish rigorous evaluation systems and measurable outcomes that continuously strengthen our effectiveness.

Our Approach & Investment Focus

BeVescent invests in trained peer mentors, scholarships that reach low-resource communities, and rigorous evaluation that tracks what works. Diversified funding keeps this work sustainable, so every dollar supports lasting mental health support for young people.

  • Mentor Training

    Supporting mentors with comprehensive training in:

    ✦ Mental health awareness and support techniques

    ✦ Active listening and communication skills

    ✦ Cultural competency and inclusivity

    ✦ Crisis intervention and resource navigation

  • Scholarships & Access

    Expanding access through scholarships so financial circumstances never limit a teen's ability to participate in Vescent:

    ✦ Free Vescent app access for qualifying families

    ✦ Partnerships with Title I schools

    ✦ Community outreach initiatives

  • Research & Pilot Programs

    Investing in research and pilot initiatives to evaluate impact, strengthen effectiveness, and continuously improve our programs:

    ✦ Partnership with schools and universities

    ✦ Data collection and evaluation of mentor-teen relationships

    ✦ Development of best practices for teen mentorship

    ✦ Ongoing, evidence-based program enhancements

  • Ongoing Mentor Support

    Funding program management and continuous support for mentors including:

    ✦ Regular check-ins and supervision

    ✦ Professional development opportunities

    ✦ Cultivating a connected, supportive mentor community

Pilot Program Results

Our Impact

Our pilot results demonstrate how real mentor connections and evidence-based tools build lasting confidence, resilience, and wellbeing for teen girls.

"I love my mentor so much!! We have lots of common interests and I love talking to her and getting to know her."

Vescent Participant

Pilot Program

100%

Mentors Want to Return

75%

Mentors Cited Meaningful Connections