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Resources Activities Comparison Chart Teacher Referral Form Applicant Reference Refer a Big	When you were young, who was that special person who brought a little magic into your life? By becoming a Big Brother, Big Sister, a Big Duo, or Family Match, you will be the creator of magic in a child's life by introducing him or her to new experiences. It's the little things—like eating Chinese food for the first time or learning how to throw a ball—that make a difference. It's easy and fun. And you will both be forever changed by this magical experience. Big Brothers Big Sisters has a variety of mentoring programs to choose from. The following is a brief summary of the programs. To get a complete overview and comparison of all programs, print off the complete comparison chart (in PDF format).
		Community Based Mentoring	School Based Mentoring
	What is the length of committment?	One year minimum	9 months or minimum of 1 semester
	When and how often do I meet with my little?	You determine with your little how many times a month and how long	Before, during, or after school for 30 to 60 minutes once a week
	Who can volunteer?	Male or female 18 years and older	Male or female high school age and older