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Hill Harper, actor and star of CBS' hit drama, CSI New York, is a Big Brother. Click on his image above to hear what he has to say about being a mentor.

 

our impact on children



Bigs and Littles have fun together - and create memories that last a lifetime. We call it "Little moments … Big magic." Research points to the powerful, positive, lasting impact Bigs have on children's lives. Littles are:

 

  • 52% less likely to
    skip school

  • 46% less likely to
    begin using illegal
    drugs

  • More likely to get
    along with their
    families and peers

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"I rose on the shoulders of others, and I want to give a young person that same kind of boost." 
Big Sister Angela

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cleveland needs YOU.
Big Brothers Big Sisters receives 75% of our funding from private donations. Support from individuals like you is vital to provide mentors for children in our community.

And we know they need them. It isn’t easy being a kid these days. In these complex and confusing times, children need a caring adult to be a mentor and a friend — someone they can talk to, have fun with, and learn from.

Research shows that our mentoring works. Kids with a Big Brother or Big Sister show real differences in their personal and academic lives. They are:

  • More confident in their schoolwork performance

  • Able to get along better with their families

  • 52% less likely to skip school

92.2% of every dollar you give goes directly to making and supporting matches. The remainder covers overall program administration. We know Bigs & Littles need the program, and we know that’s how you want your contributions used.

Your donation will be used to:

  • Helping recruit new Big Brother and Big Sister volunteers

  • Covering the costs of background checks and insurance, while ensuring trained professionals match children to caring and responsible Bigs

  • Offering one-on-one, ongoing supervision and support for every match

  • Providing cultural and social activities to enrich the opportunities for children

Your donation stays in our community, supporting programs in Cuyahoga County. When you make a gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cleveland, you directly support children in our community.

No matter how much you give, your contribution will improve the lives of young people in your community. Your donation will help them meet the challenges of growing up into happy, confident young adults.

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Amber and Angela
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Different dreams, one powerful bond
Amber wrote a poem about Angela that tells just how she feels.
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