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15 people are interested
Turn LITTLE Moments into BIG Magic
ORGANIZATION: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan (BBBSSEM)
Please visit the new page to apply.
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15 people are interested
Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is one of the most enjoyable things you’ll ever do. Not to mention, one of the most rewarding. As a Big, you have the opportunity to make an enormous positive impact in the life of a child. Your guidance and understanding can help a child believe they can have a brighter future by empowering them with the tools to reach their full potential. And the best part? It’s actually a lot of fun! You and your Little can share the kinds of activities you already like to do.
Play sports together. Go on a hike. Read books. Eat a pizza with extra anchovies. Or just give some advice and inspiration. Whatever it is you enjoy, odds are you’ll enjoy them even more with your Little-and you’ll be making a difference. Volunteering just a few hours a month with a child can start something amazing. So why not apply to be a Big today? There are kids out there who are ready to get started. Are you?
Not sure? Have questions? Email Andrea Furtos at andrea.furtos@bbbswashtenaw.org or call (734) 975-0933. We're here to answer your questions and help you determine if BBBS is the right program for you.
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About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan (BBBSSEM)
Location:
11 W. Michigan Avenue, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, US
Mission Statement
Our VISION is to help all youth achieve their full potential. Our MISSION is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
Description
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan is a nonprofit organization that provides one-to-one mentoring relationships to children in need. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan matches adult volunteers (Bigs) with children (Littles) between the ages of 8 - 18. We cover the four county region in Southeast Michigan (Washtenaw, Oakland, Macomb and Wayne), and provide additional programming and services to families and the community!
With the help of our Bigs, community sponsors, and generous corporate and individual donors, we are able to change the lives of young people in our region. We know that when youth are surrounded by consistent, caring adults in safe, developmental relationships, we can help create sparks to tap into those dreams, break down walls and build up confidence to explore how to reach for their goals and provide the support and encouragement that helps them to learn and grow. BBBS provides professional staff that recruit, enroll, match and support youth, volunteers and families to create and support developmental relationships. We believe that relationships are most meaningful when they are full of Empathy, Genuineness, and Unconditional Positive Regard.
CAUSE AREAS
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WHERE
11 W. Michigan AvenueYpsilanti, MI 48197
DATE POSTED
January 24, 2017
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Youth Services
- Community Outreach
- Mentoring
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Two times per month for a minimum of one year
- Valid driver's license and reliable car