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DSF Mentorship Program

The DSF Mentorship Program empowers DSF Scholars and Alumni to grow professionally while inspiring them to contribute to the Denver community by providing individualized mentorship.

Application deadline is May 29. Selections and matches will be made June-July and applicants notified the week of July 27.

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Perla Bustillos and Keema Ebong at the 2021 DSF Annual Gala

Mentorship Program Objectives

  • To expand connections and networks  
  • To support professional growth 
  • To provide opportunities to practice interpersonal skills 

6Mentee Benefits

  • Expand connections and networks
  • Improve skill sets
  • Increase confidence and self-awareness

Mentee Requirements & Commitment

  • Be a current DSF Scholar on track for Fall 2026 award, re-enrolled student, or a recent DSF Alum.  
  • Meet with mentor once a month, August 2026-May 2027. 
  • Attend monthly in-person program gatherings in the Denver metro area (dates below) to continue mentorship development and build connections with other participants.   
  • Participate in check-ins with Program Manager. 
  • Agree to and sign Waiver and Release of Liability, Code of Conduct, and Commitment forms. 

Mentor Benefits

  • Develop leadership qualities
  • Gain experience
  • Impact future leaders

Mentor Requirements & Commitment

  • Be a DSF Alum or DSF Community Partner and pass background check.
  • Meet with mentee once a month, August 2026-May 2027.
  • Attend monthly in-person program gatherings in the Denver metro area (dates below) to continue mentorship development and build connections with other participants.
  • Participate in check-ins with Program Manager.
  • Agree to and sign Waiver and Release of Liability, Code of Conduct, and Commitment forms.

2026-27 Mentorship Program Events

All events will take place in the Denver metro area.

  • Tuesday, August 25 from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m., Program Kickoff
  • Tuesday, September 29 from 5:30-8:00 p.m., Program Gathering
  • Friday, October 16, DSF Annual Homecoming Gala (details to come)
  • Tuesday, October 27 from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m., Program Gathering
  • Tuesday, November 17 from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m., Program Gathering
  • December Check-In with Program Manager 
  • Tuesday, January 26 from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m., Program Gathering
  • February/March, DSF Gathering of Gratitude Breakfast & 12th Annual Scholar Summit (details to come)
  • March Check-In with Program Manager 
  • Tuesday, April 27 from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m., Program Gathering
  • Tuesday, May 18 from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m., Program Celebration & Recognition 

Important Notice

DSF will do its best to match all applicants; however, to ensure best mentor-mentee matches, our team cannot guarantee all applicants will be selected. Please review program dates and requirements, if you are not available to commit to the program expectations at this time, please consider applying for our next application cycle.    

Apply as a Mentee

Current DSF Scholars, re-enrolled students, and recent DSF Alumni can apply for the Mentorship Program as a mentee.

Apply as a mentee$Read the application guide$

Apply as a Mentor

DSF Alumni and DSF Community Partners can apply for the Mentorship Program as a mentor.

Apply as a mentor$Read the application guide$