About Volunteering
Welcome to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Wisconsin, an organization dedicated to serving youth. With over 50 years of experience, BBBSNEW has been a cornerstone in supporting countless children through impactful one-to-one mentoring.
Join us in our mission to DEFEND POTENTIAL. Through our programs, we are committed to paving the way for a child’s brightest future. Research indicates that youth matched with Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors are more likely to attend college, engage in extracurricular activities, assume leadership roles in school, and actively volunteer in their communities.
At the heart of our success is the unwavering presence of a caring adult in a young person’s life. As a mentor, you have the power to positively shape a child’s future, empowering them to achieve their full potential. The best part? Being a Big is not only impactful but also a lot of fun. Join us on this rewarding journey of making a difference in the lives of our community’s youth.
Fill out the mentor inquiry form below, and a program specialist will reach out to you to discuss becoming a Big!
Our Programs
An adult volunteer mentors a child between the ages of 6 and 17, spending one-on-one time together about 2-4 times a month. Through activities like playing ball, catching up over dinner, creating crafts together, or going for a walk , life-changing friendships are built. Home visits are allowed after the first three months of the match.
Eligibility Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- Pass a background check
- Maintain a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and have less than 3 traffic violations in an 18-month time frame
- Commit to at least 12 months in the program
- Agree to BBBSNEW Volunteer Code of Conduct
- Maintain regular contact with BBBS staff to ensure child safety and meet agency policies
- Participate in required surveys throughout the match
A volunteer mentors a child, spending one-on-one time together weekly at the child’s school during lunch or during an afterschool program. Matches will play games, work on arts and crafts projects, and engage in other activities at the school. Site-based programs are available at many of the schools in Brown, Door, and Shawano counties.
Eligibility Requirements
- High school students and adults
- Pass a background check
- Commit to at least 12 months in the program
- Agree to BBBSNEW Volunteer Code of Conduct
- Meet throughout the school year
- Maintain regular contact with BBBS staff to ensure child safety and meet agency policies
- Participate in required surveys throughout the match
This group mentoring initiative pairs volunteer mentors with children at the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Green Bay offering guidance, friendship, and positive behavior modeling. The program addresses the unique challenges faced by youth in disadvantaged communities, providing crucial support and intervention. This program is curriculum-based with a BBBS staff member facilitating each session.
Eligibility Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- Pass a background check
- Commit to at least 12 months in the program
- Agree to BBBSNEW Volunteer Code of Conduct
- Meet every other week at the Boys and Girls Club
- Maintain regular contact with BBBS staff to ensure child safety and meet agency policies
- Participate in required surveys throughout the match
Qualities of a Mentor:
- Open-minded/lifelong learner
- Candid/honest
- Good listener
- Flexible/adaptable
- Healthy state of mind
- Creative
- Values diversity and other perspectives
- Non-judgmental
- Willing to give time
- Ability to guide/push/speak up when needed
Expectations:
What to expect if you are approved to be matched:
- Match Introduction Meeting: Match takes place at child’s home, child’s school, or at BBBS office with parent/guardian and Program Specialist.
- Match Support with Program Specialist (phone, e-mail, or in-person as needed): Match must participate in monthly contacts with Program Specialist. Your Program Specialist will guide and support you through any challenges that you experience related to your match.
- Match Activities and Events: You are encouraged to participate in REACH activities. There are at least two planned match activities per month. These activities allow matches to meet one another and be more connected to the agency.
- Annual Survey Completion: Surveys are conducted at 3 months and one year of the match. Surveys help monitor relationship development and measure program outcomes.
To get started, click the button below to fill out the Mentor Inquiry Form, and a program specialist will follow up with you!
For more information or questions, please email info@bbbsnew.org or call 920-498-2227