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ORGANIZATION: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands (BBBS):
Become a mentor and spend time with a youth in your community doing activities you both enjoy. We have dozens of kids on our waitlist right now--support a youth in need by becoming a Big Brother, Big Sister, or Big Couple today! To get started today, apply online at www.bbbsomaha.org!

What's in It For Me?

*Develop Valuable Skills: Enhance your leadership, communication, and empathy skills through meaningful mentoring experiences.

*Network and Connect: Explore the community - get a bite to eat, learn a skill, enjoy a hobby. Matches gain access to networking opportunities like "Big" Socials and other events hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters.

*Enjoy Free Perks: Take advantage of discounts at local businesses, free passes (ex. Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo), and free/reduced ticket offers for match activities

Program Details:
* Meet your Little at least two times a month or at least four hours a month; commit to your Little * Commit to your Little for at least 12 months.
* Matched with youth (aged 7-14) based on location, interests, and expectations.
* A Match Support Specialist will check in with you regularly to coach and help as needed.

Requirements:
* Must live in the Omaha/Council Bluffs metro or Lincoln area
* Must be a high school graduate or have a GED.
* Must be at least 19 years of age.
* Must have a valid driver’s license & car insurance.
* Must have your own personal vehicle.
* Complete a background & reference check.

[We serve the following counties: Douglas, Sarpy, Cass, Saunders, Washington County, Lancaster, and Seward in Nebraska and Pottawattamie & Mills County in Iowa.]

To get started today, apply online at https://bbbsmidlands.org/be-a-mentor/!

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About Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands

Location:

1416 Howard St, Omaha, NE 68102, US

Mission Statement

Create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.

Description

For more than 60 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Midlands has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. As a donor and volunteer supported organization, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers ("Bigs") and children ("Littles"), ages 7 through 14, throughout the Omaha/Council Bluffs metro area. We develop positive friendships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people that helps them realize their potential and build their futures. With your help, we nurture children and strengthen communities.

Become a mentor and grow together by becoming a Defender of Potential!

CAUSE AREAS

Children & Youth, Community, LGBTQ+

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

Omaha/Council Bluffs MetroLincoln, NebraskaOmaha or Lincoln, NE 68108

(41.24345,-95.935684)

DATE POSTED

December 17, 2024

SKILLS

Mentoring
Child Development
Spanish
Community Outreach
Networking

GOOD FOR

People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

Driver's License Needed
Background Check
Must be at least 19
Orientation or Training
ALL mentors must commit to at least one year; Two outings per month (total of 4 hours per month); Mentors must have the ability to meet in-person once COVID-19 social distancing ends**
Be 19+ years old; Have a high school diploma/GED; Current driver's license & auto-insurance (regular access to a car); Live in Douglas, Sarpy, Cass, Saunders, Washington, Lancaster, or Seward County in Nebraska OR Pottawattamie, Mills County in Iowa.

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