Bridge Builders Member Mentoring Program

Jennifer Stockdale • July 26, 2021
GBU's mission is about securing futures for our members while giving back. That's why we have created the new Bridge Builders Member Mentoring Program. This program connects our members who are starting out or starting over with GBU members who have expert-level experience in their fields. We are all stronger when we work together. Bridge Builders allows you as a GBU member to give back and help build futures in your own GBU community!

How it Works


Be A Mentor

Visit the "Bridge Builders" tab in the  GBU Life Member Community. Sign up to become a mentor by listing your areas of expertise. You can set start and end dates for being a mentor, as well as choose how many fellow members you wish to advise. The Member Community will match you with members looking for advice in your areas of expertise. You can communicate through the Member Community to decide how often you will meet and if it will be via phone call, online or in-person. You can pause your mentor status at any time.


Find a Mentor

Visit the "Bridge Builders" tab in the  GBU Life Member Community. You can search for a mentor to partner with based on location or areas of expertise. Once a mentor has accepted your request, you can communicate through the Member Community to decide how often you will meet and if it will be via phone call, online or in person. You can change mentors or cancel your activity in the program at any time.



Guidelines



  • You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in the program.
  • You must agree to abide by GBU Life's Program Code of Conduct.
  • GBU will send periodic surveys via email to gauge program participation and results.




Not a member of the GBU Life Member Community yet? Activate your membership at community.gbu.org by clicking on "Request Invitation."

August 29, 2025
As days shorten and leaves begin to change, September invites us to refocus our minds to new possibilities. What better way to grow than by learning a new language?
family
August 27, 2025
Do you have enough life insurance for your family?
August 12, 2025
A handy guide to help you find the best prices on school supplies, electronics, clothing and more.
With some strategic planning, you can easily navigate the back-to-school shopping season.
August 11, 2025
With some strategic planning, you can easily navigate the back-to-school shopping season.
College student standing in dorm room hallway
August 4, 2025
A handy guide to dorm room must-haves that will help you create a cozy, organized and stylish space.
People outdoors exerising
July 31, 2025
August is National Wellness Month, a time to reflect on your health and commit to simple habits that support a well-balanced lifestyle. That’s where Optimity enters.
July 17, 2025
Staying cool in the summer can be a challenge, especially when you're trying to stick to a budget. If you're a GBU member, you have access to a fun benefit!
June 30, 2025
When it comes to planning for the future, there are few things more meaningful than knowing your legacy will make a lasting impact. At GBU, we’re proud to offer members the tools and resources needed to protect what matters most while also providing meaningful ways to give back.
June 26, 2025
Since December 2024, donors have contributed an impressive $1,443,000 to the GBU Foundation, establishing new scholarship, educational grant and donor-advised charitable funds. These gifts help to shape a brighter future for students, communities and charitable causes across the country.
Family playing with a toy truck
June 26, 2025
Legacy giving, also known as planned giving, is a meaningful way to leave behind an impact on the causes and organizations you care about. By incorporating life insurance and annuities into your estate planning, you can maximize the benefits of your legacy gifts, ensuring they are both impactful and tax efficient.