Expanding Support for Youth Mentoring in Vermont

When funding for youth mentoring programs plateaued, Mentor Vermont needed more than just advocacy — they needed a story that connected the dots between data and lived experience.

I developed a strategic campaign that blended heartfelt storytelling with strong policy framing. We crafted testimony that brought youth voices directly to lawmakers, built relationships within the Administration, and elevated the issue through earned media and a unified message.

The result: a 280% increase in state funding to expand youth mentoring opportunities across Vermont, a win that continues to ripple through communities today.