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Child Safety

Safety first

The safety of your child is your highest priority. It’s no different at Big Brothers Big Sisters.

Child Safety​

Making the best possible match between Little and Big is critical to the growth and development of a child. But before we begin the matching process, we start by thoroughly screening potential Bigs.

Big Brothers Big Sisters National Standards of Excellence require each volunteer to complete an extensive screening process that includes:
  • Completion of a formal written application
  • Background and reference checks
  • An in-person interview
  • An orientation and training process that outlines the individualized needs of your child and provides information and resources on how to encourage your child's development
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Big Brothers Big Sisters also provides child safety tips to you and your child, and we welcome your questions and feedback. Throughout the life of the match, our professional staff will be in ongoing communication with you, your child, and your child's Big. It’s the best way to build a strong relationship that will have the greatest impact on your child’s future success.
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Florence, AL 35630
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  • Home
    • Branding >
      • Contact Us
  • BBBS National
  • Parents/Enroll A Child
  • Bigs Only
    • Big & Little Things to do in the Shoals
    • Relationship Building
  • Donate
    • Donate Online
    • Other Ways to Donate >
      • Bowl for Kids' Sake
      • Planned Giving
      • Foundation & Corporate Giving
      • Friends Asking Friends
    • Alumni
    • Why Give >
      • Accountability Recognition
      • Financial Statements
  • Volunteer
    • Be a Big Brother >
      • Big Brother FAQs
    • Be a Big Sister >
      • Big Sister FAQs
    • Real Life Stories >
      • New Footsteps to Follow
      • The Little Dude
      • Two’s Company
      • Walking the Walk
      • When Parallel Lines Intersect
      • Carrying the Flag Together
      • Climbing to new heights
      • It’s Not Brain Surgery
      • Kindred spirits
      • Knock, knock...
      • Learning to Soar like an Eagle
      • Singing Her Praises
      • The Girl's Got Swagger
    • Volunteer at Events
  • Events
  • About
    • Our Impact
    • Our History
    • Programs >
      • Community-Based Programs
      • School-Based Programs
      • Bigs with Badges
    • Child Safety
    • Leadership
    • Partners >
      • Corporate Alliances
      • Community Partners
      • Foundations
      • Advocacy Partners
      • What Our Partners Say
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    • Sign Up for Our eNewsletter
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