The Big Brothers Big Sisters Community-Based Program matches an adult volunteer (Big) to a child (Little), between the ages of 7-15. Together they share in everyday activities and simple outings a few hours a month. Bigs & Littles (Matches) focus on low to no-cost activities and have outings that typically take place in the community, doing things they both enjoy together.
Professional staff help develop and support each match. Outings are planned by the match and are based on their interests such as playing games, making art, bowling, getting ice cream, going for a hike, playing sports, or having a simple conversation.
During these special outings, Bigs help cultivate relationships that provide their Little with the skills to manage every day challenges. Through simple friendships, Bigs experience the joy of helping their Little discover a world of possibilities and opportunities.
Professional staff help develop and support each match. Outings are planned by the match and are based on their interests such as playing games, making art, bowling, getting ice cream, going for a hike, playing sports, or having a simple conversation.
During these special outings, Bigs help cultivate relationships that provide their Little with the skills to manage every day challenges. Through simple friendships, Bigs experience the joy of helping their Little discover a world of possibilities and opportunities.
Benefits for Bigs
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Benefits for Littles
Big Brothers Big Sisters one-to-one mentoring makes a huge difference for the youth it serves. Research consistently shows that Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring helps youth overcome the many challenges they face. Statistics have proven that youth in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program showed improvement in the following areas:
- Self-confidence
- Ability to express feelings
- Communication with peers & adults
- Attitude toward school
- Decision-making
- Sense of the future
- Academic performance
- Less likely to engage in substance use
- Improve social skills
- Increased grit
The Site-Based Mentoring Program takes place on-site at local schools or community settings. Bigs & Littles meet once a week for the academic school year. This program is supervised by BBBS staff. This program is designed for volunteers with a relatively low hourly commitment. This volunteer opportunity is perfect for college students, high school students, or business professionals that do not want to commit to volunteering in the evenings or weekends.
During these sessions, a professional staff member will guide the match through activities designed to strengthen the match relationship and help youth build important character strengths such as motivation, resilience, self-esteem, and social skills to help them succeed in life.
During these sessions, a professional staff member will guide the match through activities designed to strengthen the match relationship and help youth build important character strengths such as motivation, resilience, self-esteem, and social skills to help them succeed in life.
2022-2023 Site-Based Mentoring Locations:
Please contact Carli, Vice President of Programs for more information about the Site-Based Programs.
Email: carli@bbbsmqt.org Call/text: (906) 251-8047 |
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