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Published 8/25/25 8:00PM
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Mentor Youth in Dane County

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Madison, WI
I Want to Volunteer

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    3 - 4 times per month, minimum 1 year
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    300
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Volunteering
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Must apply, complete an interview and attend Pre-Match Training.

    Description

    Mentor Youth in Dane County

    If you're looking for a fun and exciting way to ignite a youth's potential, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County is just the organization you're looking for!

    Community Based Program Overview:

    Bigs and Littles in our Community-Based Mentoring Program spend quality time together in person. Activities vary based on the interests and schedules of the Bigs and Littles. Outings could include grabbing ice cream, going for a walk, attending a Badgers game, or hitting up the library, but at the end of the day the goal is for the Big and Little to build a strong and trusting relationship.

    Requirements:

    • 18 years or older
    • Driver's License, access to transportation and auto insurance
    • Able to commit to a minimum of one year

    Time Commitment:

    • 2-4 outings a month. ~1-3 hours/outing.

    Location

    On-site
    Madison, Wisconsin, US

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