Frequently Asked Questions

  • When was the organization founded?

    2011

  • Who founded Son of a Saint?

    Bivian ‘Sonny’ Lee, III

  • How many youth do you currently serve?

    We serve a total of nearly 500 youth, including our active mentees, our alumni, and those receiving tuition support.

  • What is the size your team?

    Approximately 30 full-time staff members and some supporting part-time staff members.

  • Which staff roles directly support the mentees?

    Director of Programs, Case Managers, Mental Health Specialists, Success Coaches, Programs Assistant, Education & Career Manager, Recreation Coordinators, Drivers, Logistics Coordinator, Academic Interventionist

  • What are the admissions criteria for boys to join?

    Young men initially join Son of a Saint between the ages 10-12. Their father is no longer in their life due to death, long-term incarceration (15 or more years left to serve), deportation, or having been adopted by a single mother.

  • What geographic area do you serve?

    Greater New Orleans area. This includes more than 90 schools and covers 25 different zip codes.

  • What services do mentees receive?

    Mentorship, case management, access to mental health services, academic support, nutrition education, recreation and sports activities, transportation, travel opportunities, job shadowing and career exploration, STEM.

  • What is the time commitment for mentors?

    Time commitments may vary, depending on the level of involvement. Typically, the time commitment for mentors is 4+ hours per month.

  • What types of mentorship opportunities are available?

    One-on-one mentoring, team or group mentoring, academic mentoring, career mentoring.

  • What is the time commitment for volunteers?

    The time commitment for volunteers varies based on the event and their availability.

  • What type of volunteer opportunities are available?

    Outreach and event volunteering, transportation volunteering, education volunteering, fundraising/development volunteering, activity/project volunteering.

  • What is Son of a Saint's annual budget?

    Son of a Saint’s financial information is available via our annual report and in our financial audit.

  • Is transportation to activities provided for mentees?

    Yes, we have a Logistics team.

  • What education support is provided to mentees?

    We provide 1:1 tutoring, study hall, and an education/career manager and two success coaches who provide academic support and assists with college track and career goals.

  • What is the size of your board?

    19 Board Members

  • Do you plan on expanding outside of New Orleans?

    Son of a Saint’s focus is on expanding within New Orleans.

  • Do you support young girls in New Orleans?

    We do, but only through our educational scholarship program.

  • How do you support moms and guardians?

    We assist mothers/guardians with accessing individual and family counseling through external providers with co-pay assistance. We also provide access to individual nutrition counseling and some social event opportunities for community-building among moms/guardians.

  • Do you partner with other nonprofit organizations?

    Yes, we collaborate/partner with several nonprofit organizations throughout Greater New Orleans. Find our more on our Friends page.

  • Do you offer internships?

    Yes, we regularly offer semester-based internships in several departments. Check our Jobs page for current offerings.

  • What are the requirements for mentees to remain active?

    Mentees are expected to participate in at least 2 activities each month. There are about 20 events each month for them to attend.

  • What types of activities are available to mentees?

    Son of a Saint offers a wide range of recreational activities for our mentees, ranging from sports to arts to nutrition etc.

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