Libraries have many free mentoring resources. Find books on mentoring, but also check out magazines and other periodicals. The librarian can help you find articles that may help prospective mentors. Libraries are also known to have community seminars and other events to benefit the area. Check with the librarian for a list of community events held at the library. School and university libraries can also be of assistance with free mentoring resources.
Mentoring an employee or a prospective employee could be a part of your job. Many companies use internships and other employee programs to train personnel and fill open positions. Senior employees are used to mentor the new hires in order to provide them with the requisite knowledge to begin work. Churches also provide mentoring resources for those mentoring the youths, seniors or teens in the congregation. Churches and other organizations can provide free mentoring resources to those who mentor inmates or special needs people.
Schools of all sorts utilize mentoring programs. From elementary schools to large universities, mentoring can be an effective tool for students and faculty. Programs for mentoring in school are often geared toward new students or students who are having some trouble with grades or socially. Mentors can help these troubled students develop better study habits and learn to interact socially. Contact the school counselor or adviser to find free resources the school offers for mentors.
The Internet is home to many documents and resources for mentors and mentees. Start by searching with terms like "free mentor resources" and "resources for mentors" as well as "how to be a mentor." Websites dedicated to the assistance and education of mentors often provide free information for those who wish to be a mentor in one capacity or another. Colleges and universities also offer mentoring manuals, documents and workshops. Use the site map to locate the mentoring resources or type "mentor services" into the site search utility.