BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon announced Thursday that it is urgently seeking caring and dedicated adults to act as mentors for the 109 children currently on the waiting list.
“These children are eagerly awaiting the guidance, support and friendship that a mentor can provide,” our partner at 21 Cares for Kids said Thursday in a press release, which continues in full below:
For 30 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon has been committed to fostering positive, impactful relationships that have a lasting impact on the lives of young people in our community. Our mission is to awaken the potential of every child by matching them with a mentor who can inspire, support, and nurture their dreams.
However, the growing number of children on our waiting list reflects a growing demand for mentors. Each of these 109 children has unique interests, dreams and challenges, and they all need someone to guide them toward a better future.
“We believe every child deserves someone who believes in them and stands by their side,” said Jenn Davis, program director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon. “Our waitlist isn’t just numbers, it’s individual children looking for a caring adult. We encourage members of our community to get involved and help change a life by becoming a mentor.”
Why become a Big?
– Make a difference: Mentoring has been proven to improve children’s academic performance, self-esteem and social skills.
–Flexible commitment: We offer flexible mentoring opportunities to fit any schedule.
-Supportive community: The BBBS team provides ongoing support and resources to ensure that both big and little ones have a positive and rewarding experience.
How you can participate
-Apply: Visit our website at www.bbbsco.org to complete an application.
-Education: Complete an orientation and training session to prepare for your mentoring journey.
-Match: Get matched with a Little who shares your interests and start making a difference.
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, a program of J Bar J Youth Services, was founded in 1994. The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon is to create and support one-on-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. BBBSCO mentors over 220 youth annually and is continually expanding its programming. We are committed to helping at-risk youth and youth in need with mentors in our community.
