Multiple Mentoring Options Available

Whatever your availability, our programs are flexible to meet your schedule and time committments.

Community-Based Mentoring

This is the traditional Big Brothers Big Sisters relationship, where Bigs and Littles get together on their own to share activities they both enjoy. Individuals, couples, and families are matched with a Little (age 6 and older) to share fun and rewarding experiences throughout the community as they build their friendship.

By meeting at least twice a month for two hours each time for at least a year, the Big is able to introduce the Little to new people, places and ideas. This broadens the child’s view of the world around them and the many opportunities available.

Getting together is a great time for both the Big and the Little. It doesn’t require a special occasion or expensive activities; just a few hours every month to share the simple things you already like to do.

Some Bigs meet their Littles on the weekends. Others get together with their Littles in the evenings. Each match is unique and develops a schedule that works for them.

Meeting consistently is the key!

Site-Based Mentoring Programs

Bigs in Business: Middle and high school students are transported to the workplace to spend time with their mentors on the job. Matches meet two times a month for at least two school years to develop and grow their friendship, exploring various aspects of the workplace or participating in a themed program. The student learns about the work setting and is introduced to career options while developing a greater understanding of the importance and relevance of what they are learning in school.

Bigs in Schools: Mentors spend part of their work day with their Little at a nearby elementary or middle school to play games, help with school work, and simply talk about the student’s day. They meet two to four times a month for 45 minutes to an hour at lunch or another convenient time. Bigs are asked to commit to mentoring their Little for at least two school years. Because of the caring relationship that’s built, we repeatedly see school performance boosted and self-confidence raised, putting the child on a path to greater success.