Youth Mentor: Become a Big Volunteer!
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MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE - BECOME A MENTOR WITH BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF CENTRAL TEXAS!At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas, we believe in the incredible potential of every child - and we’re inviting you to be part of something life-changing.Our mission is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. By volunteering as a mentor - a "Big" - you have the chance to build a meaningful connection with a young person ("Little") and help them grow, thrive, and realize their full potential.What Does a Big Do?As a Big, you'll be matched with a child between the ages of 6-16. Together, you’ll spend time out in the community doing things you both enjoy - whether it’s grabbing a snack, exploring a park, playing basketball, or just talking about life. Bigs and Littles typically meet 2-4 times a month, and those consistent meetups make a lasting impact.By simply showing up, you’ll:Offer support and encouragement through life’s challengesIntroduce your Little to new experiences and opportunitiesHelp them develop confidence, skills, and goalsBe a consistent, caring presence in their lifeIt’s not about being perfect - it’s about being present.Who Can Be a Big?We welcome mentors from all walks of life! You just need to:Be at least 18 years oldHave a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportationBe able to commit to at least one year of mentorshipThe Path to Becoming a Big:Submit an inquiry online or through VolunteerMatchAttend (or watch) a volunteer info sessionComplete an application, background check, and reference checksMeet with an enrollment specialist for a virtual interviewParticipate in online and in-person trainingWait for BBBS to work their matching magicGet matched with your Little - and star
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas (Austin)
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas exists to help children succeed in life. We do this by matching children ages 6 to 16 with caring adults who serve as mentors, advocates, resources, and guides. Volunteers commit to meeting with their Littles 3 to 4 times per month for a minimum of one year. Our professional staff are there every step of the way to solve problems and support each match’s success.BBBS serves approximately 1,000 children in Travis, Williamson and Hays counties each year. Our proven model of one-to-one mentoring helps kids build the skills and capacities that lead to lifelong success.Our Impact:BBBS has served children in Central Texas for more than 46 years. Many have the odds stacked against them, but with the help of their mentor, they are taking steps to a brighter future.Children thrive with a mentor in their life. Research shows that youth in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program have more confidence, earn better grades and demonstrate better social skills than their peers. They are also less likely to use drugs or alcohol, skip school, become parents at an early age or exhibit violent behavior.
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