Celebrating Mentorship
Each year, MENTOR New York warmly invites mentors, mentees, community leaders, and mentoring advocates to an unforgettable evening at the MENTOR of the Year Awards. Join us as we honor five deserving mentors from across New York State and shine a spotlight on the programs that support thriving mentoring relationships.
2026 Awardees
Mentor of the Year Honorees
Anne Brunenavs
Mentor
Chautauqua Striders Mentoring Program
Aliyah Washwell
Mentor
The Bernard and Anne Spitzer School of Architecture-CCNY CAPAcity Blueprint Mentorship Program
Mentor of the Year
Luke Boisi Award Honorees
Mario Zavala Acosta
Peer Mentor
College Pioneers
Weber Middle School
Jhan Segarra
Peer Mentor
College Pioneers
Weber Middle School
Mentoring Excellence Award
Dr. Equasia Yard-Jean
MENTORing Leader
District Attendance Coordinator
District 79
Alternative Schools & Programs
NYC DOE
District 79
Alternative Schools and Programs
Remembering Luke Boisi
During the Awards, we honor the vibrant life of Luke Boisi, who tragically passed away at the age of 21. Luke was the son of Geoff Boisi, founder of MENTOR: The National Mentoring Partnership, and the brother of Zach Boisi, former Director of MENTOR New York.
Luke was personally impacted by mentorship and spent his last years serving others with AmeriCorps. To honor his life and legacy, we proudly present the Luke Boisi MENTOR of the Year Award to a mentor who, like Luke, embodies the spirit of carrying the torch forward.
MENTOR NY offers no-cost services to mentoring programs, mentors, and the young minds they guide to ensure budgets don't limit benefits.
The MENTOR of the Year Awards raises essential funds for this cause—and you can amplify its impact by joining our MENTOR New York Advisory Board. Help us spread the word about mentoring. Together, we can make a meaningful difference to the lives of young New Yorkers.
Support the Movement
Sponsorship Opportunities
Imagine empowering half a million young minds, unlocking their potential, and nurturing their ambitions. That's the impact of supporting MENTOR New York.
Sponsors of the Awards don't just invest in tomorrow's trailblazers; they enjoy a variety of perks including event tickets, brand recognition, a feature in our ad journal and press releases, and a place on MENTOR New York's Corporate Honor Roll.
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