Child of the Week: Cheyenne

Children right here in Chino Valley need you. Over 100 children in Yavapai County are waiting to be matched with a community mentor. These children face various adversity, but Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters helps by matching each child with a caring adult. Is it time for you to volunteer eight hours per month to give a child a better life?

is a 12 year old girl with divorce parents. She and her younger brother split their week between both parents. Cheyenne’s father admits that she does not receive the individual attention she needs. He describes Cheyenne as intelligent, strong willed, funny, loving, and a strong leader. Cheyenne enjoys both indoor and outdoor activities. She likes playing games with friends in the neighborhood, as well as read and watch movies. Cheyenne states Harry Porter is one of her favorite characters.

Cheyenne does well in school, but has gotten into trouble for goofing around. She enjoys being with her friends and playing. Cheyenne does have goals to graduate high school and attend college. She would like to be a therapist when she grows up and “help others”. Cheyenne needs a Big Sister who can help her learn to be more patient and understanding of others. She also needs a Big Sister who she can have fun with, do arts and crafts and listen to music.

If you are ready to step up and mentor Cheyenne or another child, and to join our elite and impactful group of Bigs, contact YBBBS at 778-5135 or go to www.azbigs.org for more information.