Many relationships between Bigs and Littles fall under our Community-Based programs. These are one-to-one outings and activities such as:
Some Bigs meet their Littles on the weekends. Others get together with their Littles in the evenings. Each match is unique and develops a schedule that works for them.
Site-Based Mentoring programs can take place in such locations as schools, libraries, colleges, community centers, youth serving organizations and other locations. Of course, some Littles do talk with their Bigs about class, do homework, or read together, but it’s perfectly fine to shoot hoops in the gym or play on the playground. Different activities can include:
A mentor from the community works one-on-one with a high school student in this intensive course consisting of an 18-lesson workbook on decision-making.
The program provides prevention and early intervention specialized mentoring services to youth who are at high risk of entering the juvenile justice system.
High school students meet with their mentors in a business setting, giving students the opportunity to experience real-life professional experiences.
This program is designed to foster a love of literature and aid in the development of grade-level reading skills.
This initiative supports at-risk students during an important transition from middle school to high school.
This program matches youth with mentors who work in law enforcement, the military, fire and rescue, and the forestry service.
This program teaches today's youth coping skills to manage stress & reach their full potential, building lifelong positive habits that enhance personal resiliency.
This professionally-supported mentoring bridge provides current youth in our agency, grades 10-12, with continued guidance until they reach the age of 21. This places them on a career pathway to sustainable independence and a plan for higher education, the military, or dedication to their workplace.
