A positive role model can truly make the biggest difference in a child’s life. You can help eliminate the stress and difficulties in a child’s life by simply offering your friendship.
Meet , a 13-year-old girl who is shy when she is first meeting a new person. Jackie lives with her single mother and three siblings. Jackie’s father is not involved with the family. Jackie loves to bake and wants to be a baker when she grows up. Jackie also enjoys playing outside, watching movies, and enjoys music. She is in the school choir. Jackie is more comfortable in smaller groups and is in need of individual attention.
Jackie does have some struggles in school, specifically math. She states social studies and science are her favorite classes. Jackie needs a Big Sister who can help her build her self-confidence, get her out of the house, and have fun. Jackie would like her future Big Sister to know that she is crafty and musical.
Eight hours a month is all that is needed to change a child’s life Fundamentally. For the Better. Forever! Children in Yavapai County who are facing adversity are in need of a positive role model to lean on for support. Your commitment to a child is the biggest factor in them determining which path to take in life. To learn more about becoming a Big Brother, Big Sister, Big Family, or Big Couple, please call 778.5135, visit our website at azbigs.org, or ‘Friend’ us on Facebook.