10 THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE YOU VOLUNTEER TO BE A BIG:
1. Make sure you can give at least one year to the program, along with 4 hours a month. Research shows that kids matched for over a year are more likely to stay in school and avoid risky behaviors.
2. You will need transportation to participate in community activities.
3. We match you with your Little Brother or Little Sister based on your likes and interests, not from a waiting list.
4. Think about what times/days out of the week you would prefer to spend with your "Little." Weekends tend to work out the best for everyone, but ultimately our program is flexible to fit your schedule needs.
5. Do you have any big life events coming up in your life? Make sure your significant other is supportive of you being in the program!
6. Are you employed? Do you have any plans to change jobs within the next year? Location is a huge factor for successful matches, so we want to make sure you are staying in the area.
7. We have multiple kids waiting for a "Big." If you have the flexibility, ask about the locations that have the highest need.
8. You do not necessarily need experience with kids to be a Big. We provide you with the tools and training you need throughout the friendship to help you through every obstacle.
9. We want you to go into your match with realistic expectations. Your Little wants a friend to hang out with and talk to. The key is to focus on building your friendship before changing their lives.
10. Matching you with a Little could take some time, but be patient. Speed along the process by getting your recommendations together and clearing time in your schedule for an interview at our office.
YOU WILL NEED TO:
a. Pass a background check.
b. Provide proof of car insurance.
c. Proper Indiana ID
d. $25 application fee
To request to be a Big, go to bbbs.org and sign up!!!
