CHANGE A LIFE
BECOME A BIG
GET INVOLVED
VOLUNTEERING IS FUN, BIG TIME
Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is one of the most enjoyable things you’ll ever do. Not to mention, one of the most fulfilling. You have the opportunity to help shape a child’s future for the better by empowering them to achieve. And the best part is, it’s actually a lot of fun. You and your Little can share the kinds of activities you already like to do.
Play sports together. Go on a hike. Read books. Eat a pizza with extra anchovies. Or just give some advice and inspiration. Whatever it is you enjoy, odds are you’ll enjoy them even more with your Little—and you’ll be making a life-changing impact.
BEGIN YOUR BIG JOURNEY
STEP ONE:
COMPLETE A VOLUNTEER INQUIRY
Interested in becoming a Big? Start by completing our Volunteer Inquiry form. This brief form lets us learn a little about you and helps our team connect you with the mentoring opportunities that best fit your interests and availability.
After submitting your inquiry, a member of our team will reach out to answer questions, share more about our programs, and guide you through the next steps.
STEP TWO:
COMPLETE AN APPLICATION
Once you've connected with our team and decided you'd like to move forward, we'll provide you with a personalized application link to begin the enrollment process.
The application helps us get to know you better and includes information needed for screening and matching. You'll also be asked to provide references, so it's helpful to give them a heads up that they'll be hearing from us. Be sure to have your driver's license and proof of auto insurance ready to upload as part of your application.
STEP THREE:
INTERVIEW, TRAINING AND BACKGROUND CHECK
Once your application is submitted, our Enrollment team will work with you to schedule your interview, provide instructions for completing the online training and your fingerprint background check.
STEP FOUR:
ACCEPTANCE/DENIAL
Not every volunteer who applies is accepted into our program. Once the enrollment process is complete, you will be contacted by a member of our staff to inform you of our final decision. Big Brothers Big Sisters has the right to accept or not accept program participants, and is not required to provide participants with a reason if not accepted.
STEP FIVE:
MATCH INTRODUCTION
Volunteers are matched with a Little based on similar interests, geographical location, personality and values to ensure a long-lasting relationship. You will be contacted by the Enrollment team to present a potential match.
STEP SIX:
MATCH SUPPORT
Once you have your Match Introduction, you will be assigned a Match Support Specialist. This Match Support Specialist is our team member dedicated to you and helping your match succeed. For the first year of your match, they will contact you monthly and after your 1-year Match Anniversary, they will contact you quarterly. All participants are required to respond to their Match Support Specialist in a timely manner.
