Big Brothers Big Sisters is the oldest, largest and most effective youth mentoring organization in the United States. We have been the leader in one-to-one youth service for more than a century, developing positive relationships that have a direct and lasting impact on the lives of young people. Big Brothers Big Sisters serves children, ages 4 through 14, in communities across the country - including yours.
The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Minnesota Mission:
To enrich the lives of children and help them reach their full potential through professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships.
The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Minnesota Vision:
Successful mentoring relationships for all children who need and want them, contributing to brighter futures, better schools and stronger communities for all.
The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Minnesota Values:
- Respectful, honest and open communication
- Integrity and honestly, knowing we can count on each other.
- Unwavering commitment and accountability to the BBBS family- our kids, families, volunteers, Board, donors and staff.
- The diversity of all those we serve including each other.
- Unity as a team dedicated to quality.
- Caring about our mission with sincerity, empathy and heart.
- Being a continuous learning organization committed to high performance.
- Making positive things happen because "Its all about the kids."
Our Mentoring Works
National research has shown that positive relationships between youth and their Big Brothers and Big Sisters have a direct and measurable impact on children's lives. Little Brothers and Sisters are:
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More confident in their schoolwork performance
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Able to get along better with their families
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46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs
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27% less likely to begin using alcohol
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52% less likely to skip school.1
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1 Tierney, J.P., Grossman, J.B., and Resch, N.L. (1995) Making a Difference: An Impact Study of Big Brothers Big Sisters. Philadelphia: Public/Private Ventures
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