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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100%

Mentors Certified Trained

81%

Would Continue Using Vescent

83%

Found App Easy to Use

How BeVescent Works

Supporting the mentor program infrastructure that makes safe, authentic teen-mentor relationships possible on Vescent.

Fund Mentor Stipends

We provide financial support to ensure college mentors are compensated fairly for their time, dedication, and authentic relationship-building with teen girls.

Support Training & Development

We fund comprehensive mentor training programs covering mental health awareness, active listening, crisis intervention, and best practices for nurturing supportive relationships.

Expanding Access Through Scholarships

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

Our Approach & Investment Focus

BeVescent exists to support the mentor program infrastructure that makes safe, authentic teen-mentor relationships possible on Vescent. We invest strategically in the following areas to directly impact teen mental wellness through quality mentorship.

  • Mentor Stipends & Training

    Supporting qualified college mentors with sustainable stipends and 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

    ✦ Removing financial barriers to mentorship

  • 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:

    ✦ Recruitment and vetting processes

    ✦ 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

70%

Described Design as Calming