ON-DEMAND VOLUNTEER INFO SESSION
The first step to becoming a Big is completing a Volunteer Info Session. This session can be completed online on your own, and should take about 15-20 minutes.
Make sure to watch all three videos and click "Submit" on the third page, and our team will follow up with you with next steps.
If you encounter any issues with this process or have further questions about enrolling as a volunteer, you may reach out to Amber Hoyle at amber@bbbschatt.org.
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What is the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters?
To provide financial assistance to families
To help children find homes
To create and support mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth
What counties does BBBS of Greater Chattanooga serve?
In TN: Hamilton, Bradley and Marion
In GA: Walker, Dade, Catoosa
Both A&B
Program Overview
Who is a Big?
A caring , consistent, and supportive person who is willing to share time, embrace differences, set and hold boundaries, and put a child’s safety and well-being first
A counselor or family service worker
A babysitter or tutor
What are some requirements to be a Big?
Must be able to make a 1-year commitment for approximately 4 hours a month depending on the program in which you choose to participate
Must be willing to complete an application, background checks and interview
Must be willing to follow program guidelines and policies
All of the above
In the Community-Based Program, mentors have to be at least 21 years old and have reliable transportation and auto insurance. They pick their Little up from their home and do things together in the community twice a month.
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False
In the Site-Based Program, mentors have to be at least 18 years old and they interact with their Little at the designated site where they meet, such as a school or after-school program.
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False
What are some other mentoring options BBBS of Greater Chattanooga offers?
Supporting youth K-3 once a week with their literacy skills through reading and play time
Supporting teenagers as they plan for life after high school through the E-mentoring program that allows mentors and students to communicate through an online platform and meet in person once a month
Supporting adolescent youth ages 10-13 by engaging in workplace exploration through our Beyond School Walls Program where we bring the youth to your workplace (This program requires your employer’s consent and partnership as well as a cohort of other employees).
Supporting young adults over the age of 18 as they enter adulthood through consistent mentoring and participation in BBBS Big Futures events.
All the above
Who are the Littles?
Youth from all walks of life who want and need a mentor
Youth who range anywhere from 6 to 18+
Youth who are full of potential
All of the above
What are some of the benefits of a mentoring relationship?
96% of Littles see their Big as a very important adult in their life
98% of Littles have had no involvement or decreased involvement in the juvenile justice system
Littles are 2x more likely to enroll in post secondary education
Littles show a 20% increase in upward economic mobility
All of the above
Become a Mentor
What happens in the Enrollment Process to be a Big?
Complete an application
Complete a 1 hour online training
Complete required background checks, including a digital fingerprint
Complete an interview
If applying for the Community Based program, complete a home visit
All of the above
BBBS of Greater Chattanooga will accept anyone to be a Big.
True
False. Being a mentor is a privilege and BBBS reserves the right to accept or deny participants or to close a match at any time. Potential volunteers will be disqualified for the following:
✓ Failure to complete the screening process
✓ Past history of sexual abuse of children
✓ Conviction of any crime involving children
✓ History of any sexually exploitive behavior
✓ Termination from a paid or volunteer position caused by misconduct with a child.
✓ Demonstrating or expressing racist, sexist, homophobic, transphobic, or religious discriminatory views
What does the BBBS Match Support Team do for you once you are matched with a Little?
They provide regular check-in calls to give support and feedback
They provide information, resources, and training if needed
They provide ideas for building a friendship
They provide problem-solving and interventions when there are bumps in the road
All of the above
Inquiry Form
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Next Steps
I want to be a Big!
I'm not quite ready—keep me in the loop via email!
I want to learn about becoming a financial supporter!
I want you to come speak to my business/employees!
How did you hear about us?
How did you hear about Big Brothers Big Sisters?
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UTC Bigs
College Partner
Fraternity/Sorority
Other Big
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Disclaimer:
Have questions about your record, are in recovery, or experiencing a major life transition? Please speak with our team before applying.
You may still be a great fit—we’re happy to help you determine whether now is the right time.
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