Formerly Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Lawrence, Big Friends Little Friends, is now a program of Family Service, Inc. Our services and mission remain the same: To make a positive difference in the lives of children. We do this by matching children with volunteer mentors who provide friendship, guidance and support. We serve children who need and want a mentor in the Merrimack Valley. Call or email with any questions on how you can become a Big Friend and make a Big difference!

You can also find us on the web: www.FamilyServiceInc.com click on Preograms & Serrvices then on Big Friends Little Friends

Towns we Serve:

Amesbury, Andover, Boxford, Georgetown,Groveland, Haverhill, Groveland, Haverhill, Lawrence, Merrimac, Methuen, Newbury, Newburyport, North Andover, Rowley, Salisbury, and West Newbury. In MA.

We hope to hear from you soon!

• Big Friends are: * At least 16 years of age, from all different backgrounds, races and religions, and like to have fun! * Committed to being a consistent role-model and to sharing, listening and visiting with their Little Friend for a few hours a month. * Able to relate positively and in a meaningful manner to a growing boy or girl. We'd love for you to join the Big Friends Little Friends family. So here's the Top 5 Reasons to become a Big: 1. You work hard, right? As a Big you get to have fun, fun, fun! 2. You can expose a child to adventures and experiences you once enjoyed as a child 3. You can lead by example and help a child make beneficial life choices 4. As a Big you make a BIG difference and gain personal fulfillment 5. And at the end of the day, you will have made a new friend...