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Flexible Schedule
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New York, NY 10009
Hundreds of families seek mentoring services through Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring each year - we can’t serve them without volunteers like you! While we are in need of volunteers across the 5 boroughs, we have a pressing need for Male volunteers, and volunteers in the Bronx. We currently have boys in the Bronx waiting to be matched with a mentor. Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring is... Founded in 1902, Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring strives to transform the lives of children through one-to-one mentoring, while strengthening entire families in hardship. In Bigs & Littles NYC’s keystone mentoring program, youth ages 7-19 (enrollment till age 17), are carefully matched with a Big Sister or Big Brother who serves as adviser, role model, and adult friend. Mentoring matches meet twice monthly for activities such as enjoying a show or ballgame, working together on a service project, or spending time talking and exploring NYC. Matches are supported by a dedicated Professional Program Manager to oversee and guide the match relationship, offering referrals and additional resources as needed. Our holistic approach to mentoring consists of working closely with the entire family ensuring better outcomes. We know the program works: 100% of our kids avoid pregnancy, 100% avoid arrest, 99% are promoted to the next grade, 94% graduate High School and 94% matriculate into college or a training program. A Match is... The relationship between a Big (volunteer mentor) and a Little (mentee) Bigs serve as positive role models and friends who help Littles set and accomplish goals Bigs and Littles plan and participate in fun activities together which form a lasting impact for both individuals Supported by a Match Coordinator (Masters level social worker or equivalent) at the agency Bigs are ... 21 years old or older Interested in mentoring a Little of the same gender, age 7-17, who lives in the five boroughs Willing and able to finance match outings (low or no-cost outings are highly encouraged) Willing to pick up / drop off Little for outings if the Little doesn’t travel independently From all walks of life! Men, people of color, volunteers ages 50+, individuals of all faith backgrounds, and Spanish speakers highly encouraged to apply Big and Little matches connect... Over time: Bigs and Littles each commit to the match relationship for at least one year Face-to-face: twice per month for about eight total hours (usually on the weekends) Over the phone: once weekly to catch up To learn skills: workshops are offered throughout the year at the Bigs & Littles NYC office for hands-on match support and skill-building Interested? Contact us... On the internet: https://bigslittlesnyc.org/volunteer On the phone: 212-475-3291 x210 On social media: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Check out our agency Video --> https://vimeo.com/332679108 Take a look at our latest video highlighting some of our matches: https://vimeo.com/1014365590 Mentoring not a good fit right now? Get in touch to learn how you can support us with volunteer recruitment, donor cultivation, and other engagement opportunities at Bigs & Littles NYC. We were featured on the News: https://westchester.news12.com/bigs-and-littles-nyc-mentoring-aims-to-make-an-impact-on-kids-in-the-bronx
Date Posted: 2024-11-15
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Flexible Schedule
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New York, NY 10009
*PLEASE NOTE: At this time, we are looking for Male volunteers, Spanish speaking volunteers, and/or volunteers that live in or are willing to travel to the outer boroughs.* Hundreds of families seek mentoring services through Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring each year - we can’t serve them without volunteers like you! Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring is... Founded in 1902, Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring strives to transform the lives of children through one-to-one mentoring, while strengthening entire families in hardship. In Bigs & Littles NYC’s keystone mentoring program, youth ages 7-19 (enrollment till age 17), are carefully matched with a Big Sister or Big Brother who serves as adviser, role model, and adult friend. Mentoring matches meet twice monthly for activities such as enjoying a show or ballgame, working together on a service project, or spending time talking and exploring NYC Matches are supported by a dedicated Professional Program Manager to oversee and guide the match relationship offering referrals and additional resources as needed. Our holistic approach to mentoring consists of working closely with the entire family ensuring better outcomes. We know the program works: 100% of our kids avoid pregnancy, 100% avoid arrest, 99% are promoted to the next grade, 94% graduate High School and 94% matriculate into college or a training program. A Match is... The relationship between a Big (volunteer mentor) and a Little (mentee) Bigs serve as positive role models and friends who help Littles set and accomplish goals Bigs and Littles plan and participate in fun activities together which form a lasting impact for both individuals Supported by a Match Coordinator (Masters level social worker or equivalent) at the agency Bigs are ... 21 years old or older Interested in mentoring a Little of the same gender, age 7-17, who lives in the five boroughs Willing and able to finance match outings (low or no-cost outings are highly encouraged) Willing to pick up / drop off Little for outings if the Little doesn’t travel independently From all walks of life! Men, people of color, volunteers ages 50+, individuals of all faith backgrounds, and Spanish speakers highly encouraged to apply Big and Little matches connect... Over time: Bigs and Littles each commit to the match relationship for at least one year Face-to-face: twice per month for about eight total hours (usually on the weekends) Over the phone: once weekly to catch up To learn skills: workshops are offered throughout the year at the Bigs & Littles NYC office for hands-on match support and skill-building Interested? Contact us... On the internet: http://bigslittlesnyc.org/volunteer On the phone: 212-475-3291 x210 On social media: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Check out our agency Video --> https://vimeo.com/332679108 Take a look at our latest video highlighting some of our matches: https://vimeo.com/1014365590 Mentoring not a good fit right now? Get in touch to learn how you can support us with volunteer recruitment, donor cultivation, and other engagement opportunities at Bigs & Littles NYC.
Date Posted: 2024-11-15
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Flexible Schedule
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New York, NY 10009
Hundreds of families seek mentoring services through Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring each year - we can’t serve them without volunteers like you! While we are need of volunteers across New York City, we have a pressing need for Spanish volunteer mentors. Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring is... Founded in 1902, Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring strives to transform the lives of children through one-to-one mentoring, while strengthening entire families in hardship. In Bigs & Littles NYC’s keystone mentoring program, youth ages 7-19 (enrollment till age 17), are carefully matched with a Big Sister or Big Brother who serves as adviser, role model, and adult friend. Mentoring matches meet twice monthly for activities such as enjoying a show or ballgame, working together on a service project, or spending time talking and exploring NYC Matches are supported by a dedicated Professional Program Manager to oversee and guide the match relationship offering referrals and additional resources as needed. Our holistic approach to mentoring consists of working closely with the entire family ensuring better outcomes. We know the program works: 100% of our kids avoid pregnancy, 100% avoid arrest, 99% are promoted to the next grade, 94% graduate High School and 94% matriculate into college or a training program. A Match is... The relationship between a Big (volunteer mentor) and a Little (mentee) Bigs serve as positive role models and friends who help Littles set and accomplish goals Bigs and Littles plan and participate in fun activities together which form a lasting impact for both individuals Supported by a Match Coordinator (Masters level social worker or equivalent) at the agency Bigs are ... 21 years old or older Interested in mentoring a Little of the same gender, age 7-17, who lives in the five boroughs Willing and able to finance match outings (low or no-cost outings are highly encouraged) Willing to pick up / drop off Little for outings if the Little doesn’t travel independently From all walks of life! Men, people of color, volunteers ages 50+, individuals of all faith backgrounds, and Spanish speakers highly encouraged to apply Big and Little matches connect... Over time: Bigs and Littles each commit to the match relationship for at least one year Face-to-face: twice per month for about eight total hours (usually on the weekends) Over the phone: once weekly to catch up To learn skills: workshops are offered throughout the year at the Bigs & Littles NYC office for hands-on match support and skill-building Interested? Contact us... On the internet: https://bigslittlesnyc.org/volunteer On the phone: 212-475-3291 x210 On social media: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Check out our agency Video --> https://vimeo.com/332679108 Take a look at our latest video highlighting some of our matches: https://vimeo.com/1014365590 Mentoring not a good fit right now? Get in touch to learn how you can support us with volunteer recruitment, donor cultivation, and other engagement opportunities at Bigs & Littles NYC.
Date Posted: 2024-11-07
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Flexible Schedule
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New York, NY 10009
*PLEASE NOTE: At this time, we are looking for female, Spanish-Speaking mentors for our Mentoring Moms & Dads program* In 2019, Bigs & Littles NYC launched the "Mentoring Moms and Dads" Initiative, a program that strengthens youth outcomes and helps moms/dads increase their ability to accomplish personal goals around academic and/or career, strengthening relationships, and incorporating a healthier lifestyle for themselves and their families. If you are interested in being a friend, guide and a support to a mother/father or guardian of a child in our Community-Based Mentoring Program, then this is the right volunteer opportunity for you! Join a community who uplifts NYC families! The Match: The Mentoring Moms and Dads program will follow a "Community-Based" model, which provides our matches with the opportunity to participate in a 1:1 relationship. Mentoring Mom/Dad and Mentor will meet independently and within the community at-large. Overall, there is a 4-hour minimum monthly contact between in-person and phone/email/text, for a minimum of one year. Matches will build and maintain their relationship by engaging in weekly phone/email/text contact. Mentoring Mom/Dad will also meet with their Mentor 1-2 times a month, for a minimum of one year. Requirements for Bigs (Volunteer Mentor): Must be at least 21 years old Live within the NYC Metropolitan area Have a schedule conducive to meet for outings, 1-2 times a month, for one year Maintain weekly contact with Mentoring Mom/Dad to help build relationship Maintain communication with Program Manager Participate in specialized programming Interested in working with a Mentoring Mom/Dad Bigs are responsible for financing all match outings. The agency encourages low-cost activities to both limit the volunteer’s expenses AND to avoid setting unrealistic expectations. Interested? Contact us... On the internet: BigsLittlesNYC/volunteers On the phone: 212-475-3291 x210 On social media: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram A Mother and Daughter Find Support in Mentors: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/12/14/neediest-cases/single-mother-mentor-daughter.html Mentoring not a good fit right now? Get in touch to learn how you can support us with volunteer recruitment, donor cultivation, and other engagement opportunities at Bigs & Littles NYC.
Date Posted: 2024-11-15
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Flexible Schedule
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The Bronx, NY 10451
Hundreds of families seek mentoring services through Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring each year - we can’t serve them without volunteers like you! While we are need of volunteers across New York City, we have a pressing need for volunteer mentors in The Bronx. Founded in 1902, Bigs & Littles NYC Mentoring strives to transform the lives of children through one-to-one mentoring, while strengthening entire families in hardship. In Bigs & Littles NYC’s keystone mentoring program, youth ages 7-19 (enrollment until age 17), are carefully matched with a Big Sister or Big Brother who serves as adviser, role model, and adult friend. Mentoring matches meet twice monthly for activities such as enjoying a show or ballgame, working together on a service project, or spending time talking and exploring NYC. Matches are supported by a dedicated Professional Program Manager to oversee and guide the match relationship, offering referrals and additional resources as needed. Our holistic approach to mentoring consists of working closely with the entire family, ensuring better outcomes. We know the program works: in 2024, 100% of our kids avoid pregnancy, 100% avoid arrest, 100% are promoted to the next grade, 100% graduate High School and 100% matriculate into college or a training program. A Match is... The relationship between a Big (volunteer mentor) and a Little (mentee) Bigs serve as positive role models and friends who help Littles set and accomplish goals Bigs and Littles plan and participate in fun activities together which form a lasting impact for both individuals Supported by a Match Coordinator (Masters level social worker or equivalent) at the agency Bigs are ... 21 years old or older Interested in mentoring a Little of the same gender, age 7-17, who lives in the five boroughs Willing and able to finance match outings (low or no-cost outings are highly encouraged) Willing to pick up / drop off Little for outings if the Little doesn’t travel independently From all walks of life! Men, people of color, volunteers ages 50+, individuals of all faith backgrounds, and Spanish speakers highly encouraged to apply Big and Little matches connect... Over time: Bigs and Littles each commit to the match relationship for at least one year Face-to-face: twice per month for about eight total hours (usually on the weekends) Over the phone: once weekly to catch up To learn skills: workshops are offered throughout the year at the Bigs & Littles NYC office for hands-on match support and skill-building Interested? Contact us... On the internet: https://bigslittlesnyc.org/volunteer On the phone: 212-475-3291 x 210 On social media: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram (@bigslittlesnyc) Via email: KBernstein@BigsLittlesNYC.org Check out our agency Video --> https://vimeo.com/332679108 Take a look atour latest video highlighting some of our matches: https://vimeo.com/1014365590 Mentoring not a good fit right now? Get in touch to learn how you can support us with volunteer recruitment, donor cultivation, and other engagement opportunities at Bigs & Littles NYC.
Date Posted: 2024-11-15
