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11 people are interested
Big Brother/ Big Sister
ORGANIZATION: Boys & Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton and Area
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11 people are interested
Ad for a Big Brother or Big Sister: Description BIGS & LITTLES are the terms used when referring to the mentoring relationship between one adult and one child. This is the platform on which the separate Big Brothers and Big Sisters organizations were founded in New York in 1904. Our volunteers in the Big Brothers/ Sisters program share their time with one child through participating in a variety of activities that reflect the interests of both parties; it’s as simple as being a good friend to a good kid. BGCBigs works with Bigs to match them directly with Littles in ways that considers similar interests, geography and program type. Children with mentors experience incredible life benefits such as: * Becoming 80% more likely to finish high school * Becoming 2-4x less likely to bully, lie, cheat, steal or become involved in drugs and/or alcohol * 78% of our kids coming from a family history of social assistance (parents depending on welfare, food banks, etc., to make ends meet) do not experience the same challenges in their adulthood * Their life time income is $300,000 dollars more, on average, than youth who did not have mentors Qualifications There are no specific skills or experience required, however all volunteers are screened to gauge their appropriateness for our programs. Benefits & Recognition People who mentor: * Gain personal growth and development * Have a positive new perspective on life * Make a positive difference in the life of a child and the community * See meaningful improvements in their own mental and physical health * Report increased levels of happiness and energy * Our agency has ticket lists for concerts and sporting events, as well as agreements with various organizations, to provide big/little matches with perks Deliverables / Duties Volunteers will agree to a minimum of 1 year of commitment to their Little, and will share time together on a consistent and reliable weekly or biweekly schedule. We encourage matches to try new things and find common interests. We can provide a list of recommended activities, but there is no limit so long as the activities are safe and appropriate for the child's age and development.
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About Boys & Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton and Area
Location:
10135 89 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5H 1P6, CA
Mission Statement
Our Mission Statement is to facilitate the healthy development of children, youth and their families by providing safe places, positive relationships, services and opportunities to develop personal strengths and interpersonal skills that enhance their long term success.
Description
The Boys & Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area (BGCBigs) is a charitable non-profit organization working to provide safe places and positive mentoring relationships for children & youth in our community. We are the amalgamation of two internationally recognized child serving organizations; Boys & Girls Clubs and Big Brothers Big Sisters. By combining the concepts of both, BGCBigs delivers programs that address the physical, emotional, academic and overall wellness of children and youth.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
10135 89 StreetEdmonton, Alberta T5H 1P6Canada
DATE POSTED
August 18, 2020
SKILLS
- Child Development
- Youth Services
- Mentoring
- Literacy / Reading
- Relationship Building
- Sports Coaching
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- 2-4 hours/week or bi-weekly for one year
- •Police check child welfare check•1.5 - 2 hour screening interview•1.5 - 2 hour