Big Brothersbig Sisters

Community based mentoring: matches youth, ages 5-18, with adult role models 1-to-1 for guidance, support and unconditional friendship. They meet, at a minimum 4 hrs/month and are involved in a variety of activities. Professional staff supports matches in achieving their goals and helps ensure a fund, fulfilling experience. In fy23, 570 youth were served - offering many adults the unique opportunity to invest in their community by investing their time mentoring youth. Youth in polk, dallas, and warren counties were served through our mentoring programs. Evaluations by parents and volunteer mentors show child improvement in grades (79%), attitudes toward risky behaviors (92.1%), emotion regulation (88.4%), and educational expectations (89.9%).

School based mentoring:pairs children in positive 1-to-1 mentoring relationships with volunteers in the school setting. These matches meet for one hour a week at the school during regular school hours or in after- school programs. The program focuses on education needs and relationship building.