Miami Valley Leadership Foundation

05/05/2026

Please follow our new Mentoring2Thrive program page! We’ll be sharing mentoring highlights, ways to get involved, and so much more. 💚

04/21/2026

Sometimes the impact of mentoring continues long after a program ends. Read this reflection from our mentor, Stephanie:

“I wanted to share the impact mentoring has had on both of us. My mentee, S, recently started attending church with her dad - and they’ve kept going!

After our mentoring ended due to her moving to a different school district, I truly didn’t think I would see her again. When we reconnected at church, I was overwhelmed with emotion - it felt like such a gift to be back in each other’s lives.

Recently, we attended a service together where she brought a friend, and I had the chance to walk her through parts of the experience that were new to her. She’s open, curious, and eager to learn, which has been so special to witness. I was also able to gift her a teen Bible for Easter.

I’m so grateful for this opportunity and would appreciate prayers as she continues to grow in her faith.”

04/06/2026

Check out what's new at MVLF!

Anthony Whitmore, a founding board member, stepped off the MVLF Board this past year after 10 years of service. It’s difficult to express the impact of losing leaders who helped shape our mission from the very beginning.

04/05/2026

"He is not here; for He is risen." - Matthew 28:6

Wishing you a joyful Easter filled with peace, healing, and new beginnings. May this season be a reminder of the beauty of fresh starts and the power of community.

03/15/2026

We are incredibly grateful to the Reynolds & Reynolds Associate Foundation for their investment in our Mentoring2Thrive program in 2025.

Because of their $1,500 grant, we were able to purchase a smart projector, portable screen, sound equipment, training supplies, and branded mentor materials — all designed to elevate the professionalism and effectiveness of our mentor training.

When mentors are equipped well, students are served well. Thank you for helping us strengthen the foundation of mentoring in the Miami Valley.

02/25/2026

When one of our mentors learned she needed surgery for a torn meniscus, her first worry wasn’t the recovery — it was her mentee.

After two years together, she didn’t want to lose momentum during several weeks apart. Instead of pausing their time together, she chose connection.

She’ll be sending her mentee a letter each week while she heals. 🤍

That’s the power of mentoring — commitment, even from a distance.

02/17/2026

We’re honored to share our new Founder’s Reflection, honoring Jim Schindler and the lasting impact he made on MVLF and our community.

https://www.miamivalleyleadership.com/founders-reflection

“To Him be the glory.” - Jim Schindler

02/16/2026

MVLF has been awarded a grant from the The Wallace Foundation to support our Mentoring2Thrive (M2T) youth mentoring program this school year! M2T equips under-resourced youth with the tools they need to succeed.

We would like to thank the Wallace Foundation for their generosity and support!

www.miamivalleyleadership.com/mentoring-2-thrive

01/28/2026

Stay up to date and check out the latest news on our website!
https://www.miamivalleyleadership.com/blog

12/29/2025

Thank you for making our year-end match possible!

Your support strengthens MVLF’s mission to develop leaders, strengthen families, and build thriving communities. Together, we are supporting our youth, caring mentors, families, schools, and neighborhoods across the Miami Valley.

We are deeply grateful for your partnership and belief in this work.