Lafayette Mentors is a private foundation established to be a consistent, positive influence in the lives of local boys from 5th grade all the way into adulthood.
Launch House is not simply a place to live. It is an intensive yet exciting and unique opportunity to direct the future of young men with a goal for them to become successful, responsible, and independent men. With this opportunity comes many responsibilities. We only accept young men who truly and sincerely desire to work hard towards this goal.
Since 2012, Lafayette Mentors has been working with 5th- 8th grade boys in our after-school program. First Crew helps the boys establish a good work ethic and positive habits before they enter high school.
Testimonials
“This place is a different outlook on life. Everyone is in a different situation. It has taught me independence.”
-B.P.
“Launch House has been a great way to get away from a negative environment and start a new path in life.”
-D.B.
“When I got here, I kept saying wow, wow, I cannot believe this is my home. I am so thankful for this place.”
-J.G.
WHo we are
Lafayette Mentors has now introduced Launch House - a residential program for young men who could benefit from intense guidance and direction for navigating into adulthood. These young men have often not had the benefit of a nuclear family to provide this guidance and direction. Referrals may come from foster care, school counselors, juvenile justice providers, community service agencies, and even self-referrals from young men themselves.