Since 1982, Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Central Ohio has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is incredible potential. As part of the nation’s largest donor and volunteer-supported mentoring network, we make meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”) ages 6 through 18 in communities across Ohio. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.
Create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
All youth achieve their full potential.
By partnering with parents/guardians, volunteers, and others in the community, we are accountable for each child in our program achieving:
when every young person has access to a positive mentor, their lives transform for the better, empowering them with a stronger sense of belonging and the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
No matter their background, experiences, circumstances, or needs, we are committed to ensuring every young person has a positive mentor.
Recognizing and valuing who they are, where they live and how they connect, we create access to resources, people, and opportunities that meet young people where they are.
When young people are a part of Big Brothers Big Sisters, they gain a supportive village and meaningful connections empowering them to reach their full potential.
With the support of a caring mentor, youth feel a sense of belonging - connected to who they are, to what community represents, and to where they can go.
We consider safety and well-being to be holistic, including emotional and physical safety, risk reduction, and safe relationships and environments—all core components of youth well-being.
Whether in a workplace, a school, or in the community, we empower young people through relationships that give them the confidence and skills to navigate life and thrive.
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