In-School Mentoring

Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/

Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again while making a positive and local impact for youth! Our In-School Mentoring Program pairs you with one elementary school student who you share common interests with.

Matches spend one-hour once per week together on school grounds doing non-academic activities such as playing sports, games, creating art or just hanging out at the playground. Our matches are paired for the duration, or remainder, of the academic school-year.

We are now accepting In-School Mentors for the 2026-27 school year starting in the Fall!

Our Big Buddies are

• Adults aged 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender diverse individuals.
• Mentors who Little Buddies can talk to, learn from, and share experiences with.
• Available 1 hour per week during school hours (weekdays between 10am and 3pm).

Our Little Buddies are

• Students grade 1 to 7 nominated by teachers, staff or by themselves.
• Children who could use a bit of extra 1-on-1 attention, need to build confidence, or may have trouble connecting with peers.

Locations:

Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby and Vancouver

Benefits

• Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.
• Make a positive impact on the community.
• Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.
• Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.
• Greater productivity at work or school.
• Make a new friend!

Note: we do not provide VISAS or support documents to travel into Canada. Volunteers must be currently living in Greater Vancouver to be eligible volunteer.

Questions? Email our team at volunteer@bbgvf.com or inquire here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer/inquire/

Join our next 30-min Online Big Brothers Info Session to learn more here!

Watch our video to learn more: A Day in the Life of an In-School Mentor