The Big Buddy Program is a non-profit youth organization that is committed to providing positive role models in the lives of the youth we serve. We believe that it is important for every child to have a positive role model leading him or her to make good choices resulting in a healthy, rewarding life.
To that end, the Big Buddy Program sets up programs that follow our children from elementary school all the way through college. We match kids with a caring adult, we provide kids with the opportunity to participate in positive activities and rich learning experiences in a safe and caring environment, and we provide creative, dynamic, safe forums for teens to develop literacy and life skills.
Our staff is amazing at making all of the programs we run possible, but we would not be able to be as successful if it were not for our volunteers. Volunteers are a vital resource to the programs and services provided to our youth, as they bring their talents and skills to every aspect of our programs.
Interested in volunteering? Here’s how you can help Big Buddy continue its success:
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Be a mentor. The single most effective way to impact a child’s life is through a meaningful relationship that builds self-esteem and supports their overall growth and development.
- 6 month commitment. 4 hours/mo.
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Event volunteering. Throughout the year, Big Buddy hosts a number of events that help with fund raising or showcase our kids’ talents. Volunteers are important in making these events a success.
- 1-2 hrs/wk for the duration of the event.
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Program volunteering. What better way to see first-hand how our programs impact our youth? You can be a part of that impact by contributing your time and skills at one of our programs.
- 1-2 hrs/wk for the duration of the program.
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Service Learning. High school and college students have the opportunity to volunteer their time at the Big Buddy office or at one of our sites.
- Hours needed to complete for school.
If you need further information, or you are interested in volunteering with Big Buddy, contact the Big Buddy office: 388-9737. Or you can email bigbuddy@bigbuddyprogram.org