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Become a Mentor
You can’t become what you can’t see. Dollhouse Mentoring exists to give girls real examples of strength, success, and possibility. We guide young women toward their goals by showing them that the sky isn’t a limit—it’s a starting point. The Dollhouse Project is a pathway that proves their dreams are attainable, their voices matter, and their futures are wide open. We walk with them, support them, and push them toward greater success. It truly takes a village, and we’re committed to being part of theirs.
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What We Strengthen
Our mentoring program builds confidence, resilience, and readiness for life beyond high school.
We focus on strengthening:
Emotional & Mental Growth
• Low self-esteem
• Depression-related challenges
• Coping mechanisms
• Mental resilience
Social & Personal Development
• Social skills
• Interpersonal and intrapersonal growth
• Building healthy relationships
• Leadership development
• Female empowerment
Health & Wellness
• Awareness of health-risk behaviors
• Nutrition habits
• Physical fitness
Future Readiness
• Workforce and college preparation
• Skill-building workshops
• Awards and recognition to celebrate achievements
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Eligibility​
Ages: 14–18
Enrollment: Must attend District 186
Become a Doll
Get to Know the Faces behind Dollhouse Mentoring
The Dollhouse Project is dedicated to lending a hand onto the stepping stool of success for the girls in our community. The Dollhouse Project is in partnership with District 186 and currently offers mentoring to girls at Lanphier High School. Throughout the Summer, we offer our Summer Mentoring Program to all high school girls throughout District 186. We strive to instill confidence, offer resources, teach life skills, and offer emotional support to girls in the program.
Mentors
Timara Craven
Mykaile Warfield
Jaleesa Davis
Tyshianna Bankhead
