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VOLUNTEERING IS FUN!
Big Brothers Big Sisters is the oldest, largest and most effective youth mentoring organization
in the united states. They have been a 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 mentors children,
ages 6 through 18, in communities across the country-including yours!
The Big
Brothers Big Sisters Mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one
relationships with mentors that have a measurable impact on youth.
The Big
Brothers Big Sisters Vision is successful mentoring relationships for all children who need and want them, contributing to
brighter futures, better schools, and stronger communities for all!
Our Mentoring Programs Work!
National research
has shown that positive relationships between youth and their Big Brother and Big Sisters mentors have a direct and measurable
impact on children's lives. By participating in our youth mentoring programs, Little Brothers and Sisters are:
*More confident in their schoolwork performance.
*Able
to get along better with their families.
*46% less likely to begin using
illegal drugs.
*27% less likely to begin using alcohol.
*52% less likely to skip school.
**For more information please visit:
www.bbbs.org
