Know someone who might make a great Big? Send an invitation today!

As you know, being a Big is a whole lot of fun – and it’s easy! By simply hanging out with your Little, you make a BIG difference in a child’s life. Meanwhile, you get to see the world through the eyes of a child again!

At many agencies there are children waiting to be matched with a great Big Brother or Big Sister just like you. Do you know someone who would make a great Big? Word-of-mouth referrals are the #1 reason others decide to volunteer. 

Here are simple suggestions for recruiting more great Bigs:

• Spread the word. Send an e-mail to your friends, family, and co-workers about how fun and easy it is to be a Big.  Use a Big Brothers Big Sisters e-card  or write your own. Include a link to www.bbbs.org/michigancapitalregion.
• Write a letter to the editor about the magic of mentoring.
• Invite a Big Brothers Big Sisters recruiter from your local agency to host a brown bag lunch or attend a staff meeting at your office.
• Write about your experiences in your employee newsletter.  Ask readers to apply online or call 877-483-7145 to get started today.
• Ask a Big Brothers Big Sisters recruiter to come speak to your church, synagogue or faith community.
• Carry a photo of your Little in your wallet.  Tell your story in the grocery line, at the water cooler or anywhere else people will listen.  Ask them to visit http://www.bbbs.org/mcr to learn more.