Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver (BBGV) (Big Brothers Community Mentor)
Organization Name: Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver (BBGV)Opportunity Title: Big Brothers Community Mentor
Category: Children & Youth
Commitment: 6 months to 1 year, Ongoing Opportunity (> 1 year)
Start Date: May 31, 2024
End Date: August 2, 2024
Email: volunteer@bbgvf.com
Website: http://bigbrothersvancouver.com
Details:
- Background/police check required
- Appropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55
- Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and over
- Training or orientation required
Ready to apply? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/
Make a BIG impact in little time! Our Big Brothers Community Program pairs you with a Little Brother based on personality and personal interests to build a supportive one-to- one relationship based on trust, connection, and fun!
Our matches spend two or more hours once per week doing free or low- cost activities they enjoy most. Our matches are paired for a minimum of one year. No experience working with children necessary and free training is provided.
Our Big Brothers are
-Male, trans, and gender diverse individuals who are 18+.
-Reliable, consistent, able to express care and expand possibilities.
-Able to meet weekly for 2 or more hours with a Mentee on weekends or afterschool.
Our Little Brothers are
-Boys, trans, and gender-diverse children and youth ages 7 to 14.
-Those who would benefit from having a positive role model in their life.
NOW IS THE TIME TO VOLUNTEER! SOME OF OUR LITTLES HAVE BEEN WAITING MORE THAN 2 YEARS FOR THEIR BIG BROTHER.
Locations: Vancouver, Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver and Burnaby
Benefits
-Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.
-Make a positive impact on the community.
-Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.
-Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.
-Greater productivity at work or school.
-Make a new friend!