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It's your turn to be a Big Brother or Big Sister

If you think being a Big Brother or Big Sister is a lot of work, or a huge commitment, you couldn't be more wrong! If you have room in your life for just one new friend, you can be a great mentor and role model. Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is one of the most rewarding and enjoyable things you will ever do and a great way to give back to your community. Here's what it takes:

As a Big, you get to be a kid again while giving the invaluable gift of your friendship. You and your "Little" can share the kinds of activities you already do, such as:

  • Playing a board game
  • Going on a hike
  • Enjoying a pizza
  • Shooting hoops
  • Running errands

Get started now! It really is that simple. Sign up today

Men & Women of Color
Too many children of color in the Bay Area are at risk of dropping out of school, getting involved in drugs, or losing their way. These kids are more likely to complete high school in prison than go to college. Having someone just like them who can guide them and help them make positive choices can change their lives and make our communities stronger, yet less than 30% of our volunteers are Black, Hispanic or Asian.

Men especially!
Boys need positive male role models in their lives to learn how to be men. More than 70% of our waiting Littles are boy, but only 30% of our applications come from men. It's your turn to be a Big - apply now.

How to apply:
The easiest and fastest way to get started is to complete our convenient online application. After you complete a short form online, a Big Brothers Big Sisters staff member will contact you. If you want, you can also call us at any of the numbers shown above.

For more about what other Big Brothers and Sisters say, read Real Life Stories.

Join the men and women who are giving a young person someone to look up to. and learn why so many are now saying, “I get back so much more than I give.”

Contact us:

By Phone:

West: (415) 503-4050

South: (408) 586-0150

East:  (510) 729-5050

 

By Email:

 

By Fax:
  • 415-503-4051

 

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