Our Mission
To provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring
professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their
lives for the better, forever.
Our VisionThat all children achieve success in life.
One-to-One Mentoring ProgramThe One-to-One Match Program is what most people think of as the
traditional Big Brother or Big Sister role. You will be matched with a
7-14 year old child usually
from a single-parent family, who is looking for guidance and
companionship. All it takes is a little of your time to provide
encouragement, friendship, and good company.
We make every effort to assure that you are matched with
a “Little” who shares your interests
so that your relationship will be rewarding and mutually beneficial.
Your Little Brother or Little Sister can come from a variety of
backgrounds and economic levels, but that is what will make your
relationship so unique.
Imagine the impact you can make with your advice and
friendship. Although their schedules are sometimes hectic, Big Brothers
and Big Sisters say the time spent with their match is one of the most
rewarding events in their life. Best of all, you will give your Little
Brother or Little Sister the positive self-esteem all children deserve
to have.
All volunteers for this program, like all Big Brothers Big Sisters
volunteers, are interviewed, screened, and trained by our professional
agency staff.
After-School Enrichment & Mentoring ProgramThe Big Brothers Big Sisters After-School Enrichment Program is offered at
two housing complexes in South County.
An on-site staff member coordinates this program. Mentors assist
children in their homework, in the areas of math, science, social
studies and writing. The program includes guest speakers on a regular
basis to address
topics important to the students’ social, health, academic and leadership development.The program was developed in recognition of the fact that many children, especially those with limited English proficiency, are
falling behind
in their studies, and ultimately dropping out of school. Program
evaluation has shown that with additional one-to-one support and
academic assistance provided by our volunteer mentors, participating
children develop
greater interest in school, improve their school performance and are
more likely to graduate.
All volunteers for this program, like all Big Brothers Big Sisters
volunteers, are interviewed, screened, and trained by our professional
agency staff.