Our mission is to impact youth by empowering them to discover and achieve their goals through meaningful mentoring. Our vision consists of making a positive difference in the lives of our youth.

Big Brothers & Big Sisters , Children & Youth

Community based mentoring: matches youth, ages 5-18, with adult role models 1-to-1 for guidance, support and unconditional friendship. They meet, at a minimum 4 hrs/month and are involved in a variety of activities. Professional staff supports matches in achieving their goals and helps ensure a fun, fulfilling experience. In fy 2017, 326 children were served, offering that many adults this unique opportunity to invest in their community by investing in a child. Children in polk, dallas, jasper, story and warren counties were served through this program. Evaluations by parents, teachers and volunteers show child improvement in self- confidence (88%); academic performance (70%); relationships with peers (71%); attitude toward school (67%). Fy 2016, 397 children were served. school based mentoring: pairs children in positive 1-to-1 mentoring relationships with volunteers in the school setting. These matches meet for one hour a week at the school during regular school hours or in after- school programs. The program focuses on education needs and relationship building. In fy 2017, 226 children were mentored in polk, and dallas counties. The evaluations by teachers and volunteers reflect the same child improvements as our community based program.