ABOUT OUR PROGRAM

The Dr. Ernest E. Just Mentoring Program serves youth ages 10–17 with a focus on character & life skills, leadership & confidence, and fitness & wellness. Mentees ages 10–13 meet in small groups of five and are mentored by Omega Men from the chapter. Youth ages 14–17 serve as peer mentors for younger cohorts while receiving advanced mentoring from our men. High school participants earn community-service hours and may qualify for college scholarship support through the program.

2025 - 2026 Mentoring Schedule 

• Sat, Oct 18 (3rd Sat): Parent Orientation & Q&A (Mansion + Zoom)
• Sat, Nov 1 (1st Sat): Letters/Visits (Thanksgiving prompt)
• Sat, Nov 15 (3rd Sat): Give Thanks Meal (manners; semi-casual)
• Sat, Dec 20 (3rd Sat): Gingerbread House Workshop
• Dec (TBA): Bike Giveaway 
• Sat Jan 3 (1st Sat) – Self-Defense Workshop 
• Sat Jan 17 (3rd Sat) – MLK Breakfast 
• February 2026 
• Sat Feb 7 (1st Sat) – Financial Literacy 
• Sat Feb 21 (3rd Sat) – College Readiness / Alumni Panel
• Sat Mar 7 (1st Sat) – Laundry Skills
• Sat Apr 4 (1st Sat) – Fitness with Bali Combine 
• Sat Apr 18 (3rd Sat) – Quarterly Service Project (TBD; TBA/Flex)
• Sat Mar 21 (3rd Sat) – Nutrition & Die
• Sat May 2 (1st Sat) - Mothers Day Breakfast
• Sat May 16th - 5 K Community Run
• Sat June 6th - Retreat

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REGISTER FOR 2024/25 PROGRAM

Greater Essex Community Uplift Foundation

in partnership  with the

East Orange Family Success Center

For More Information Contact

Brother Steven Jean - 973.342.8308

Brother Matt Stevens 973.820.8999 or matt.stevens1@me.com