The students’ energy and curiosity are boundless. Operation Progress and the career days inspire and shape these students’ futures—one of these very students may ultimately play a role in crafting Los Angeles’ skyline.

- Ryan Aubry, Young Professional Mentor

The more time I spend with my mentee, the more I have seen her open up to me. I think it's valuable for her to have someone to come to if she needs help or advice, and I am happy to be there for her in any way that I can. This program allows us to partake in activities that we can enjoy together. It’s a fun and fulfilling program and I am very happy to be part of it.

- Danielle Gordon, Young Professional Mentor

By volunteering as a Young Professional Mentor, I'm able to dedicate my time and resources to providing guidance, leadership and open doors, and most importantly, I'm able to develop a friendship with a specific child. Being a mentor is as much of a benefit to me as it is to my mentee, and I am able to learn so much from them. I'm proud to be part of such a magnificent organization as OP.

- George Bukhin, Young Professional Mentor