Community Based Program
Matches in our Community-based program meet 2-4 times per month out in the community doing activities that they both enjoy (ex: playing basketball, visiting the library, grabbing a slice of pizza, or attending agency sponsored events with other matches). BBBS asks for a one year commitment from all participants and each match is professionally supported by a Match Support Specialist who provides guidance, resources, and/or activity ideas to enhance the match relationship.
Community Based Program - Rainbow Bigs
We serve a diverse group of young people with varying preferences for the mentor they would like to be matched with. Rainbow Bigs are mentors who identify as LGBTQ+ that are matched with a young person in our Community Based Program, who has made a specific request to be matched with a Big who identifies
within this community
Pride Empowerment Program
Mentors who identify within the LGBTQ+ community are matched with a GSA (Gender Sexuality Alliance) space at a high school or middle school, and volunteer along BBBSI staff and school staff to support students in a group mentoring structured space throughout the school year. Must be available during school day hours.