Community-Based Program
In this program, volunteers usually make weekly visits during non-school hours. Agency statistics prove that kids in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program improve their school grades, peer and familial relationships and self-image. Volunteering is fun and easy!
- Visit with your Little Brother or Sister about once a week.
- It works with your schedule.
- Take your Little Brother or Little Sister on everyday events like running errands or even grocery shopping
- Participate in community activities or even go to the park
Site-Based Mentoring Programs
School-Based Program
In this program, a volunteer spends time with one child for about an hour each week. A volunteer would engage their "little" in a variety of activities, like: going over homework, watching the school play, eating lunch on the playground or reading together. A case manager provides support and activity ideas.
- Meet with your Little Brother or Sister once a week at their school
- Easily fits during your lunch hour once a week to visit
- Eat lunch, play games or visit the library
High School "Bigs" Program
- High School Students are matched with Little Brothers or Sisters at an elementary or middle school once a week at their school
- The relationship lasts during the school year
- Big Brothers Big Sisters staff attend each meeting
Ask your High School Counselor if you have a Big Brothers Big Sisters program in your school.
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