Causes: Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Children & Youth

Mission: The Big Brothers Big Sisters Mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with measurable impact.

Results: Big Brothers Big Sisters one-to-one mentoring makes a huge difference for the youth it serves. Research consistently demonstrates that Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring helps at-risk youth overcome the many challenges they face. The most compelling evidence was found by Public/Private Ventures (P/PV), showing that Little Brothers and Little Sisters are:* 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs;* 27% less likely to begin using alcohol;* 52% less likely to skip school;* 37% less likely to skip class;* More confident in their schoolwork performance;* Able to get along better with their families.

Programs: To provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1-to-1 relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.