The mission of big brothers big sisters of cedar rapids and east central iowa is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.

Big Brothers & Big Sisters , Children & Youth

Big brothers big sisters creates life-changing friendships for children. This year, 703 children facing adversity were served. The agency received the quality award from big brothers big sisters of america for the sixth consecutive year. Agencies receiving the quality award exceed national averages for performance in match length and retention rates. Match lengths are a significant measure of success in the mentoring relationship. The agency's matches, on average, last one year longer than the national average. Average match length is 31 months. The work of big brothers big sisters is focused on all aspects of youth development. The agency is proud of these program outcomes: educational success 84% of youth; social-emotional skills 89%; avoiding risky behaviors 96%.