Be a Big Brother—give a Little something back
You have a big opportunity in front of you—to not only impact a child’s life today, but to transform their potential for tomorrow.
Go big.
We’re always looking for people eager to positively impact a child and improve their community at the same time. And, right now is no different. Big Brothers are in high demand.
Even though we really need Big Brothers, we want to make sure that you are right for our program and that our program is right for you. We invest a lot of time and resources to make sure it's a good fit. We ask for a $20 donation to cover the cost of your criminal records check. We require a one year commitment and that you spend 4 to 10 hours a month with your Little. Preferably once a week. just engaging in activities that you both enjoy.
For a few hours a month, you can give a Little the invaluable gift of your friendship by simply changing their perspective of what the world can offer. You can literally start changing their lives! And sometimes it’s as simple as playing video games, going to a museum, or just hanging out together.
Even though we really need Big Brothers, we want to make sure that you are right for our program and that our program is right for you. We invest a lot of time and resources to make sure it's a good fit. We ask for a $20 donation to cover the cost of your criminal records check. We require a one year commitment and that you spend 4 to 10 hours a month with your Little. Preferably once a week. just engaging in activities that you both enjoy.
For a few hours a month, you can give a Little the invaluable gift of your friendship by simply changing their perspective of what the world can offer. You can literally start changing their lives! And sometimes it’s as simple as playing video games, going to a museum, or just hanging out together.
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Why do we need Big Brothers?
More than 70% of our children waiting for a Big are boys, but only 3 out of every 10 inquiries to volunteer come from men. Research shows that having the positive influence of a Big Brother makes a real difference in a boy's life. So join the hundreds of thousands of volunteers that give a young person someone to look up to. And learn why so many are now saying, “I get back so much more than I give.” A call to men of color. Disproportionately the children we serve and those waiting to be matched are African-American and Hispanic boys. Their parents seek our support, knowing a Big Brother can recognize their son's potential and model positive choices that put him on the path for success in and out of school. |
But don’t just take it from us. Check out some Real Life Stories of Bigs & Littles right here. And if you still have questions, head over to our Big Brother FAQs for more answers.
Ready to be a Big Brother? Just fill out our simple online application. After you complete it, a Big Brothers Big Sisters staff member will contact you shortly. We also ask you to:
For more information about being a Big, please contact Haley Peden, Enrollment & Match Specialist at haley@bbbsshoals.org or 256-248-1931 ext. 131
Ready to be a Big Brother? Just fill out our simple online application. After you complete it, a Big Brothers Big Sisters staff member will contact you shortly. We also ask you to:
- provide references
- participate in an in-person interview
- submit to a background check
- allow us to check the safety of your home
For more information about being a Big, please contact Haley Peden, Enrollment & Match Specialist at haley@bbbsshoals.org or 256-248-1931 ext. 131