Big Brothers Big Sisters Of The Mid South,

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mid - South, Inc. is proud to build Mid - South’s future by helping children be the best they can - one child at a time. Our mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported, one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mid-South, Inc. matches young people with adult, volunteer mentors to build long-term, one-to-one relationships. Volunteer mentors provide friendship, emotional support and hope to young people. Big Brothers and Sisters give a child the invaluable gift of friendship. Simply spending time together and talking to the child helps unleash the magic of mentoring. One-To-One Relationships As the largest one-to-one mentoring organizations in the Mid - South, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mid - South, Inc. (BBBSMS) currently serves over 680 youth. Professionally Supported Our well trained staff supports our city’s children and their families through friendships with caring adult volunteers. Serving The Mid - South We assist children and families in Shelby County, TN, DeSoto County, MS and Crittenden County, AR. Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is one of the most rewarding and enjoyable volunteer experiences you could have. Depending on the Big Brothers Big Sisters program you choose, you will meet your Little at his or her school or in the community. Here's proof. National research has shown that positive relationships between Littles and their Bigs have a direct and measurable impact on children’s lives. By participating in our programs, Little Brothers and Sisters are: -more confident in their schoolwork performance -able to get along better with their families -46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs -27% less likely to begin using alcohol -52% less likely to skip school.