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211 people are interested
Got Fun and Friendship? Become a Mentor!
ORGANIZATION: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona
Please visit the new page to apply.
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211 people are interested
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona (BBBSAZ) provides Arizona youth facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported, one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better. We currently have over 300 children on a wait list, who want a mentor and are waiting upwards of two years to be matched with a Big. You can help change that by getting involved and positively impacting a kid's life in your own local community, as Big Brothers and Big Sisters are needed across the Valley!
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We have a variety of volunteer opportunities available, which are listed below:
Community-Based Mentoring Program: Volunteers meet with their Little Brother or Little Sister 2-4 times per month for a period of at least six months. You can get together to play games, create arts and crafts, play sports, ride bikes, or just hang out and talk -- whatever is fun to you! You choose the activities, as well as the days and times that you get together.
Site-Based Mentoring Program: Volunteers meet with a child at one of our partner schools for about 45 minutes per week (or at least twice a month) over the kid's lunchtime. (We have partner sites across the Valley, and it is a super convenient way to volunteer during your lunch break from work!)
Family/Couple Match Program: These options allow families with their own children and couples to include a Little Brother or Little Sister on their normal outings and activities, at least twice a month. It is really fun and makes a huge impact!
STARS Program: Volunteers are matched to a child who has one or both parents in prison, in order to show that there are other paths in life. Additional training is provided for this program.
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This volunteer opportunity is fun and flexible. Mentors ("Bigs") get matched to mentees ("Littles") who have similar interests and live in their area. Bigs choose when, where, and what activities they do, which makes it really convenient for even the busiest of schedules.
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If you would like more information regarding volunteering with BBBSAZ, please contact volunteers@bbbsaz.org 602.393.4132 or visit www.BBBSAZ.org/volunteer.
More opportunities with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona
Location:
1615 E. Osborn Road, Phoenix, AZ 85016, US
Mission Statement
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona provides Arizona youth facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better.
Description
Big Brothers Big Sisters is the leading youth mentoring agency. We create fun, friendship, and inspiration. Mentors are matched to local children based on common interests and preferences. You will meet for 4 or more hours/month in one of these programs:
1.) COMMUNITY BASED - Meet with your Little to do activities you both enjoy. Go hiking, bowling, to the library or park. You choose the days and times that you meet, according to your schedule!
2.) SITE BASED - Visit a local elementary school to meet with your Little for one hour per week during lunch. Spend time at recess, playing board games, or doing crafts!
3.) COUPLE/FAMILY - Invite your significant other and/or children to mentor a child together, for at least 4 hours/month. Invite the child to spend time with you during your normal family outings!
4.) Young Professionals Council - Young Professionals Council is a group of volunteers committed to helping shape Arizona youth through supporting and creating initiatives throughout the community. Gain board and leadership experience, networking opportunities, and a chance to advance the work of one of the Valley's most established nonprofits. Contact Adrian: ajamieson@bbbsaz.org to learn more.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
The Phoenix Metro Area!Phoenix, AZ 85014
DATE POSTED
December 16, 2019
SKILLS
- Youth Services
- Mentoring
- Relationship Building
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Meet for 4+ hrs/month, where and when you want!
- At least a 1 year commitment; 18+; background check; volunteers provide transport.