Looking for a way to support your child's growth and development?
Big Brothers Big Sisters has been pairing kids with caring adult mentors for over 120 years. These one-on-one mentoring relationships have positively impacted the lives of hundreds of thousands of young people. Your child could be next!
Take The First Step
Inspire potential by enrolling a child in Big Brothers Big Sisters today:
For more information about enrolling a child, please contact our Customer Relations Specialist at (858) 536-4900 x213 or email CommunityRecruitment@SDBigs.org.
Big Results
A study for Big Brothers Big Sisters found that Littles…
- Have more confidence
- Perform better in school
- Enjoy healthier relationships with family and friends
- Are less likely to use drugs or alcohol
Talk to BBBS Staff
First, complete our online child inquiry form so we can learn about your child.
Application
Once contacted by our staff, schedule your parent orientation and fill out an application and survey.
Interviews
One of our Enrollment Specialists will schedule an interview with you and your child to learn what type of Big you think will be the best fit.
Ready To Be Matched
After the interview, our professionally trained staff will assess your child and suggest a Big, taking your preferences into account.
Meet the Big & Build a Friendship
You’ll receive an invitation to come to our offices and meet your Big! Rules, goals, and plans for the first outing will be reviewed.
Update & Communicate with BBBS
Bigs & Littles develop their friendship through monthly outings. A Match Support Specialist will communicate with the Parent(s), Little and Big every month.
"Since becoming a Big, I now see the world through a different lens. I’ve learned to be more appreciative of my own life and have met other amazing Bigs along the way."
"What I like about my Big Brother, Conor, is how well we connected from the beginning of our match. I can speak with him about everything that is happening in my life. He will always be that person that supports me with love, kindness, and gives the best advice I could ever ask for. I truly believe that Conor has changed my life for the better. He has inspired me to keep myself in school until I get a college degree and reach my goals as a student and as a scholar athlete."
"Through our decades-long partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County, we’ve seen time and time again the enormous impact that one person and one relationship can have on a child’s mental health and personal trajectory. Jack in the Box is proud to invest in the Bigs and Littles who offer their guidance, support, and friendship to each other, while strengthening the broader San Diego community."
Parents Wanted
You know what’s best for your child, and we’ll need your help from the start.
Information you provide about your child’s strengths and needs will help us find the right Big, and you’ll approve the Big Brother or Big Sister match.
Safety First, Always
Your child’s safety is extremely important to us.
Big Brothers Big Sisters conducts thorough background checks on every program volunteer, and every relationship is closely monitored and supported by professionally trained match coordinators.
Parents wanted. You know what’s best for your child. So we’ll need your help from the start, providing information about your child’s strengths and needs, and ultimately approving the Big Brother or Big Sister match. But your role doesn’t end there. Learn more about your role >
Safety from the start. Your child’s safety is extremely important to us. Big Brothers Big Sisters conducts a thorough background check on every volunteer in our program, and every relationship is closely monitored and supported by a professionally trained match coordinator. Learn more about child safety >
For more information about enrolling a child, please click here or contact our Customer Relations Specialist, at (858) 536-4900 x213 or email CommunityRecruitment@SDBigs.org.
1Tierney, J.P., Grossman, J.B., and Resch, N.L. (1995) Making a Difference: An Impact Study of Big Brothers Big Sisters. Philadelphia: Public/Private Ventures
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