Volunteer Inquiry

INCLUSION STATEMENT: Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (JEDI) is an integral part of our values and mission. We recognize, affirm, and celebrate the diverse backgrounds, lives, and experiences of all of our stakeholders, including youth, families, donors, volunteers, and staff.

Requirements to be a Volunteer Mentor:
-Must be at least 18 years of age
-One year commitment (minimum)
-Must have reliable transportation
-Must be able to meet the time commitment for the program you are active in
-Complete the enrollment/training process (Includes an orientation, application, interview with agency staff, child safety training, screening process with layered criminal check, fingerprinting, and reference checks)
-Complete agency evaluation and monthly Big/Little match support

Which Youth Mentoring Program are you interested in exploring as a potential volunteer mentor? (Choose one or all if unsure)

Community Based Mentoring (Mentor and youth meet 1-1 in community activities)School/Site Based Mentoring- Lunch Buddy and Reading Readiness (Mentor and youth meet 1-1 at the youth's school)Juvenile Justice, MentorU (provide mentoring support for youth ages 12-17 in a group mentoring program or small-mentee/mentor group activity)Bigs with Badges (badge-carrying mentors meet 1-1 with youth in the community or youth's school/site)Unsure of the mentoring program I am interested in

Clicking SUBMIT below indicates that you are interested in volunteering as a Big Brother or Big Sister, it is not an acceptance or match commitment. Our Program Staff will reach out upon submission of inquiry to schedule your virtual or in-person orientation before your Enrollment and Child Safety Screening begins.