Be the Change. Mentor the Future.

We know that inside every young person is innate potential. Access to a caring and compassionate adult can unleash that potential.

Mentoring through Big Brothers Big Sisters offers an opportunity to form a transformative, one-to-one, committed, non-judgmental relationship between an adult (Big) and a young person (Little) aged 6 and up.

Our Bigs serve as supportive, positive role models and mentors to our youth.

AS A BIG, YOU WILL:

  • Empower a Capital Region child to reach their full potential.

  • Build an energetic and sturdy relationship that will last a lifetime.

  • Enjoy your time as a Big Brother/Sister with your Little in fun activities.

HOW IT WORKS

  • Click on the “Be Part of the Change” button to learn more about becoming a mentor.

    A member of our team will contact you to discuss our programs and the process so that you can decide if you’d like to proceed.

  • After your initial conversation with BBBSCR staff, we will send you information for orientation along with an online application and consent for a background check.

    It’s important to get this started right away as it can take up 4 weeks to get results.

  • In the orientation, we’ll guide you through our mission, vision, and goals.

    This will be a perfect opportunity for you to ask us any questions you may have and to decide if you’d like to join.

  • To find your perfect match, your assigned Match Support Specialist will conduct an in-person interview to know and understand more about you. Then, we will look for a Little that will make a great match.

  • After analyzing your profile, your Match Support Specialist will present you with the profiles of the Littles on our waitlist that would be a great match for you.

    You can read their profiles and choose the one you think has the most affinity with you.

  • One of our professional staff members will introduce you to your Little.

    And you’ll start one of the most fulfilling commitments you can experience to change the life of a child for the better!

other ways to get involved

Join a Committee

Advisory committees leverage professionals with unique expertise. We typically meet once per month to discuss opportunities for even greater impact.

Explore mentorship

Our Bigs get just as much out of mentoring as our Littles do (if not more). Sign-up for an information session or submit an online inquiry to discuss your options, today!

Attend or Sponsor An EVENT

Every quarter we host at least one event where you can support the cause and see our mission in action. Sign-up for updates for first dibs on VIP tickets and sponsorships.

be A Connector

Whether it’s in the workplace, a community group, another non-profit or youth organization we are always looking for new partners and site-based programming.

Be AN AMbassador

Know any future leaders who might benefit from the unique experience of being a mentor? Help us be everywhere and support recruitment efforts for volunteers and mentors.

ORGANIZE A FUNDRAISER

Got a creative idea to help us sustain our mission? Some of our best campaigns have been grassroots, volunteer-led initiatives. Let’s collab!