Become a Big DEFENDER OF POTENTIAL

BE A BIG! HOW IT ALL WORKS:

You can start a young person on the path to big things. We’re looking for people eager to positively impact a youth's life and improve their community at the same time. Let's start something together.

Mentoring is about inspiring positive change to empower youth to believe they can achieve what they never dreamed possible. For a few hours, a couple times a month, you can give a Little the invaluable gift of your time and friendship. Anyone can be a mentor - you don't have to be perfect.

You can simply incorporate your Little into your everyday life: play sports together, picnic in the park, take your dog for a hike or visit a museum. Being a Big will be one of the most enjoyable and fulfilling things you do, while also being a force of change in our community.

Step 1 - Application and Orientation

Apply here
You will receive a phone call that gives you an Orientation
The Orientation takes about 15 - 30 minutes
Both BBBS and you determine if it's a good fit

Step 2 - Background and Interview

A national, state and local background check is conducted
References are checked
A level one fingerprint clearance card is obtained
A home interview (in-person/virtual) is completed

Step 3 - Pre-Match Training

Ground Rules
Obligations and Appropriate Roles
Child safety/youth protection
What Match Support is and why we do it

Step 4 - Matching and Match Support

We match you with a little who is best suited
We present the Match to Big and Little
If accepted, we then schedule a Match meeting
All parties receive regular contact support from staff