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1 person is interested
"Start Something" for kids!
ORGANIZATION: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Illinois
Please visit the new page to apply.
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1 person is interested
Help kids gain self-confidence, acquire new skills, and develop an enhanced capacity to care for others. This is a professionally supported one-to-one relaionship with measurable impact.
Site-based mentoring - one hour a week with the child at their school.
Community-based - 6-8 hours a month getting together in the community.
Serving Stephenson and JoDaviess Counties
More opportunities with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Illinois
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About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Illinois
Location:
421 West Exchange Street, Freeport, IL 61032, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1-to-1 relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.
Description
Big Brothers Big Sisters ( BBBS ) makes an impact by strengthening positive relationships for our kids, helping them improve their academic success, and supporting them in reducing risky behaviors such as violence and substance abuse. BBBS has been helping children reach their potential through professionally supported one-to-one relationships with measurable impact. BBBS provides successful mentoring relationships that contribute to better schools, brighter futures, and stronger communities for all.
When matched with an adult volunteer, children begin to gain self-confidence, acquire new skills and competencies, and develop an enhanced capacity to care for others. Volunteers experience a sense of discovery and enjoyment as they see a world of possibilities open up.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
421 W Exchange StFreeport, IL 61032
DATE POSTED
December 6, 2016
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- minimum 12 months (one academic school year)