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Published 8/17/25 8:00PM

Be a Big Brother or Big Sister: Support a Local Youth Today!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Omaha or Lincoln, NE
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    ALL mentors must commit to at least one year; Two outings per month (total of 4 hours per month); Mentors must have the ability to meet in-person once COVID-19 social distancing ends**
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    200
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, LGBTQ, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    19+
    Other Requirements:
    Be 19+ years old; Have a high school diploma/GED; Current driver's license & auto-insurance (regular access to a car); Live in Douglas, Sarpy, Cass, Saunders, Washington, Lancaster, or Seward County in Nebraska OR Pottawattamie, Mills County in Iowa.

    Description

    Be a Big Brother or Big Sister: Support a Local Youth Today!

    Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands (BBBS):

    Become a mentor and spend time with a youth in your community doing activities you both enjoy. We have dozens of kids on our waitlist right now--support a youth in need by becoming a Big Brother, Big Sister, or Big Couple today! To get started today, apply online at bbbsmidlands.org!

    What's in It For Me?

    Develop Valuable Skills: Enhance your leadership, communication, and empathy skills through meaningful mentoring experiences.

    Network and Connect: Explore the community - get a bite to eat, learn a skill, enjoy a hobby. Matches gain access to networking opportunities like "Big" Socials and other events hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters.

    Enjoy Free Perks: Take advantage of discounts at local businesses, free passes (ex. Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo), and free/reduced ticket offers for match activities

    Program Details:

    • Meet your Little at least two times a month or at least four hours a month; commit to your Little * Commit to your Little for at least 12 months.
    • Matched with youth (aged 7-14) based on location, interests, and expectations.
    • A Match Support Specialist will check in with you regularly to coach and help as needed.

    Requirements:

    • Must live in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metro or Lincoln area
    • Must be a high school graduate or have a GED.
    • Must be at least 19 years of age.
    • Must have a valid driver’s license & car insurance.
    • Must have your own personal vehicle.
    • Complete a background & reference check.

    [We serve the following counties: Douglas, Sarpy, Cass, Saunders, Washington County, Lancaster, and Seward in Nebraska and Pottawattamie & Mills County in Iowa.]

    To get started today, apply online at https://bbbsmidlands.org/be-a-mentor/!

    Location

    On-site
    Omaha/Council Bluffs Metro, Lincoln, Nebraska, Omaha or Lincoln, Nebraska, US
    Lincoln, Nebraska

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