Real People, Making a Real Difference

Read the stories of our Big Brothers and Big Sisters, ordinary people extending friendship to kids in need.

In our lives, each of us has shared a connection with someone who broadened our horizons and brought out the best in us. That's what our volunteers do for their Little Brothers and Little Sisters.

These are just a few of the real stories of how Big Brothers Big Sisters is making a difference in children's lives and our community.

Twice the support

"It's nice to have someone to talk to about things that bother me."

Claire knew boys wait longer for a mentor than girls, so she and Chris volunteered together as a Big Couple. Now Little Brother Dominic is thriving with twice the support!
Read more of Claire, Chris and Dominic's story >>

Diamond in the rough

"She always had the raw capabilities; she just needed someone to help her develop them."

Big Sister Morcine's support and encouragement unlocked Reyna's potential and helped her turn a dream of college into reality.
Read more of Morcine and Reyna's story >>
 

Two competitors winning together

"You're the best thing that happened to Robert."

Big Brother Ed, a long-time volunteer from Harley-Davidson, used a mutual love of sports and competition to help his Little Brother overcome shyness. Now Robert loves to talk to others about his great Big Brother.
Read more of Ed and Robert's story >>
 

A friend who will always be there

"It's OK, I've still got Jim."

At first Raymond wondered how long his Big Brother would be around. Now he knows that he can count on Jim's friendship to last a lifetime.
Read more of Jim and Raymond's story >>

The support she needed

"Initially she was VERY shy. Oh, how things have changed!"

School has been a challenge for Gabrielle, but with Sheree's help, she went from failing grades to a 3.1 GPA! By focusing on behavior and school work, Sheree gave her Little Sister the support she needed to succeed.
Read more of Sheree and Gabrielle's story >>

Preparing for the future

"He makes my dreams come true."

De'Angelo met his Big Brother when he was seventeen, a crucial time to start thinking about the future. Luckily he was matched to Jeff, who has helped De'Angelo start dreaming big about graduation and beyond.
Read more of Jeff and De'Angelo's story >>

Just like real brothers

"He's sorta like another me."

After a year of spending time with Robert, Aerick went from frequent school suspensions to no suspensions. The two are so close that Robert's girlfriend calls them twins.
Read more of Robert's story >>

Best friends forever

"She's a kind woman, and she's cool!"

Pat and Elizabeth share an hour a week, but their friendship is on track to last a lifetime. Despite a 51-year age difference and health challenges, nothing will keep these two from being "best friends forever."
Read more of Pat's story >>

Someone to count on

"Someone cool is someone who is always there."

When he was first matched with his Little Brother, Rob thought it was all about planning exciting outings. He quickly learned that what his Little Brother wanted most was just someone he could count on.
Read more of Rob's story>>

Try it and see

"The thing that's meant the most to me is just that she trusts me."

Heather and her Little Sister have been building a friendship for more than four years. When Maria needed her, Heather was there to hear her Little Sister accomplish a big goal. Read more of Heather's story>>