Summary
Be part of the BIG picture! The Big Brothers mentoring program provides supportive one-to-one mentoring relationships to children and youth.
Location
In-Person
Greater Vancouver, British Columbia
When
Opportunity Type
Ongoing - Start Anytime
Schedule
Asap
About This Opportunity
Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/
Our
Big Brothers Community Program pairs you with a Little Buddy based on personality and shared interests to build a supportive one-to- one relationship based on trust, connection, and fun!
Our matches spend two or more hours once per week doing free or low- cost activities they enjoy most and are paired for a minimum of one year.
Our Big Brothers Are
- Male, trans, and gender diverse individuals who are 18+.
- Reliable, consistent, dedicated and respectful of others.
- Able to meet weekly for 2 or more hours with a Mentee on weekends or afterschool.
Our Little Brothers Are
- Boys, trans, and gender-diverse children and youth ages 7 to 14.
- Those who would benefit from having a positive role model in their life.
NOW IS THE TIME TO VOLUNTEER! SOME OF OUR LITTLES HAVE BEEN WAITING MORE THAN 2 YEARS FOR THEIR BIG BROTHER.
Locations: Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby and Vancouver
Benefits
- Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.
- Make a positive impact on the community.
- Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.
- Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.
- Greater productivity at work or school.
- Make a new friend!
Questions? Contact us by email at
[email protected] or inquire here to learn more.
Join our next 30 min Online Info Session by signing up here!
Volunteer Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Willing to undergo a background or police records check
- Over “age of majority” in province of opportunity
Causes
Children & Youth Sports & Recreation Academics & Education Community & Social Services Arts & Culture
