John F. Long Foundation Awards Grant to MentorKids USA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 21, 2026

Phoenix, AZ — MentorKids USA is grateful to announce that it has received a grant from the John F. Long Foundation to support youth and families served through the Maryvale Promise Neighborhood.

Through its Maryvale Promise Neighborhood, MentorKids USA provides free, year-round programming designed to help under-resourced youth grow academically, develop leadership skills, build meaningful relationships, and prepare for their futures. Programming includes LEAD, MentorKids USA’s K–8 after-school program; the Summer Enrichment Program; and iLEAD My Generation, its four-year high school leadership and workforce training program.

During the 2025–2026 academic year, MentorKids USA served 60 students in Maryvale, followed by 73 youth during the 2026 Summer Enrichment Program.

“We are deeply grateful to the John F. Long Foundation for continuing to invest in the young people and families of Maryvale,” said Aaron Parrott, Executive Director of MentorKids USA. “Their support helps us continue providing the academic support, mentorship, leadership development, and opportunities young people need to thrive.”

This investment supports MentorKids USA’s long-term commitment to walking alongside young people from elementary school through high school graduation and beyond, equipping them to become transformative leaders in their lives, families, and communities.

Learn more about the John F. Long Foundation.

For more information about MentorKids USA and its programs, visit www.mentorkidsusa.org.

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Media Contact:

Jill Bailey
Development Director, MentorKids USA
480-767-6707 | [email protected]