Why Volunteer?

Being a Big Brother or Big Sister means having the opportunity to not only positively change a child's life and your own, but every other life that child touches now and forever.

In our own lives, each of us was touched by someone - other than our parents - who introduced us to new worlds, and brought a little magic into our lives ... catching fireflies for the first time, flying a kite, a first trip to the ballpark, building sandcastles at the beach, eating an ice cream sundae. 

As a Big Brother or Big Sister, you can do that too:  celebrate the joy of everyday moments, and bring magic into a child's life - moments where you get back as much as you give, and know you enrich a life just by being there.  Big Brothers Big Sisters is about Little Moments Big Magic.

Through simple friendship, Bigs experience the joy of helping children discover a world of possibilities and opportunities.

Matches are based on similarities in personality, interests and preferences so you can enjoy activities together of mutual interest.  You can do what you normally do and simply take your Little Brother or Little Sister along.  We stress the importance of spending quality time and not money when together.

Once you develop a relationship, then mentoring takes place through the conversations, opportunities and activities that you provide.  Many children may not have had the same opportunities that you may have had as a child.  You will be providing social and educational experiences that they might not have otherwise due to financial or time constraints of the family.

During their time with you, the children gain confidence in themselves, explore and spark new interests, expand their horizons beyond their family and neighborhoods, acquire new skills and competencies and develop an enhanced capacity to care for others.

Volunteers teach by example and there are many teachable moments you can share.  During your time together you will be helping to build assets that all children need in their development to become confident, competent and caring adults.