Guide Right

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Kappa Alpha Psi's national service initiative focused on youth development through mentoring and guidance.

1922 Year Founded

500K+ Youth Mentored

199 Active Chapters

10,000+ Students Currently Served

Origins

The Vision of Leon W. Stewart

Guide Right is a program of the educational and occupational guidance of youth, primarily inspirational and informative in character. Conceived by Leon W. Stewart in 1922, the program was presented at the fraternity's twelfth Grand Chapter gathering.

Working with J. Jerome Peters in the St. Louis Alumni Chapter, Stewart researched programs addressing underachievement in Black youth communities. The resulting program focused on providing scholarships to talented, economically disadvantaged students while informing them about career pathways and professional opportunities.

Mission

Primary Objectives

Leadership Development

Develop the next generation of leaders through structured leadership training and mentorship.

College Preparation

Prepare students for college enrollment through academic guidance, tutoring, and campus exposure.

Mentoring Through Completion

Mentor students through college completion, ensuring they have the support to graduate.

Positive Youth Impact

Positively impact youth via mentoring and training programs that build character and confidence.

Academic Success

Prepare youth for academic success at the middle, high school, and college levels.

Proven Impact

Measurable Return on Investment

Independent research confirms that Guide Right mentoring programs deliver significant, measurable returns — transforming lives and strengthening communities.

Source: "Analyzing the Social Return of Investment in Youth Mentoring Program" (Wilder Research, March 2007)

$2.72 return for every $1 invested in youth mentoring

$4.89 return for every $1 invested in youth intervention

Programs