Every child deserves a chance to see their potential realized. By matching children one-to-one with adult mentors (or Bigs), Big Brothers Big Sisters defends that potential. And helps change lives today and forever. All it takes is just a few hours a month. Join us. Follow our page to stay up to date. And become a Big now at BBBSYC.org. You can make an impact that changes a lifetime. Theirs. And yours. For almost 50 years in our community, we have partnered with parents/guardians, volunteers and others in the community and hold ourselves accountable for each child in our program achieving: *Higher aspirations, greater confidence, and better relationships *Avoidance of risky behaviors *Educational success The impact on the children and mentors is profound and measurable and truly makes a difference. Research has shown that children improve in the areas of academics, self confidence, familial relationships, and the ability to avoid delinquency. For more information about our mentoring programs or to become a mentor, please contact us at #248-2229 or visit our website.