In our Community-Based program, Bigs coordinate outings with Littles to do free or low-cost activities together in the Big Bend community.
Examples include:
Taking a walk in the park
Going to a museum
Watching sporting events
Going to an event hosted by the local BBBS affiliate
Some Bigs meet their Littles on the weekends. Others get together with their Littles on weekday evenings.
Each match is unique and develops a schedule that works for them.
Role models make an impact
Studies show that children who have role models are more likely to improve in school and in their relationships with family and friends, and less likely to skip school or use illegal drugs or alcohol. Students who are successful in school are less likely to drop out, abuse drugs, or commit crimes.
Community Based Program Requirements
Child Requirements
Child must be 5-18 years of age
Child and parent complete in-person interview with agency staff
Child and parent maintain contact with Big and Match Support Specialist on monthly basis
Volunteer Requirements
At least 18 years of age
Attend orientation, submit application, complete pre-match training, in-person interview with agency staff and willing to complete several background checks including driving checks
Maintain contact with child/family and Match Support Specialist on monthly basis
Please note that this program has a significant wait time - children who enroll can wait up to 2 years or more to be matched.