Little Sister Shania and Big Sister Maureen have been matched since October 2009. Shania's grandmother enrolled Shania in the BBBS program because Shania always wanted a big sister. Maureen had been interested in mentoring because she had always liked kids and wanted to a create a special bond with a Little.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Inland Northwest
Spokane, WA
"Big Brothers Big Sisters is the oldest, largest and most effective youth mentoring organization in the United States. We have been the leader in one-to-one youth service for more than a century, developing positive relationships that have a direct and lasting impact on the lives of young people. Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors children, ages 6 through 18, in communities across the country - including yours. The Big Brothers Big Sisters Mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with mentors that have a measurable impact on youth. Our mentoring programs work. National research has shown that positive relationships between youth and their Big Brothers and Big Sisters mentors have a direct and measurable impact on children's lives. You know how to play board games, talk about sports and go to recess
Organization Details
Address
222 W. Mission Ave Spokane, WA 99201
Phone
509.328.8310 ext 13
Website
Program Emphasis
Mentoring Location
Mentee Age Range
A Special Bond Between Sisters
Maureen and Shania
More Than A "Big Brother"
Roger and Jamie
Roger and Jamie have been matched for more than five years. Jamie has helped boost Roger’s self-esteem. He is a role model for Roger on the importance of education and being a good father. Jamie helps Roger with his homework and is always available to listen. Most importantly, he makes Roger a priority in his life and as a result Roger is thriving.
Rising to the Occasion
Chris and Will
Chris was matched with his Big Brother, Will, in July 2010. Chris was 12 and Will was 20. Chris lives with his grandmother who reached out to Big Brothers Big Sisters because she thought a positive, male role model would be beneficial for Chris. Chris and Will meet almost every week and talk in between meetings. When they are together they are very active.
Success Story
Art In The Making
Jen and her mentee, Zola felt a connection from the very beginning. They share a love of theater, reading, shopping and going on adventures. Zola calls her mentor, Jen a miracle and is so grateful that Mentoring Children of Promise brought them together.
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