Big Brothers Big Sisters matches children ages 6 through 16 with mentors in professionally supported one-to-one relationships. We have programs in communities across the country.

Making the Connection

Matches come together through our two essential programs:

• Community-based Mentoring : Bigs and Littles spend time together a few times a month for a minimum of one year. They meet in their community to share fun activities … stories … and a little bit of themselves. Learn more » 
• Middle School Mentoring : Bigs and Littles initially meet once a week in schools to talk and have fun. The matches eventually transition to the community-based mentoring program. Learn more » 

How a Big becomes a Big (and a Little a Little)

A lot of things have to happen before we make a match. All our Bigs go through a thorough background check and careful interview process. Each family and child is interviewed and BBBS staff also conduct a home visit with the family. Then we match Bigs and Littles based on location, personalities and preferences. And we provide full support along the way — so that matches can grow into lasting friendships.

What Bigs and Littles Do

Getting together is a great time for both Bigs and Littles. It doesn’t require a special occasion or expensive activities; just a few meetings every month sharing simple things you already like to do. Things like….

• Shooting hoops
• Playing a board game
• Sharing a pizza
• Taking a walk in the park
• Or just hanging out and talking

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