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Mission
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa champions mentoring. We connect our youth with role models for proven, positive results. Since 1968 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa has been pairing children with volunteers for role modeling, guidance, support, and, most importantly, friendship. The relationship that develops between the matches helps the children grow into adulthood with the self esteem and skills necessary to be productive citizens.Big Brothers Big Sisters has been the nation's preeminent youth-service organization for nearly a century. Our service is based on our volunteers. Big Bothers and Big Sisters are, foremost, friends to children and looking to experience the joy in even the simplest events. Within those little moments lies the big magic that a Big Brother or Big Sister brings to the life of a young person. We ensure that a friendship fits the lifestyle of both Big and Little.
We offer something for everyone. Busy people of all ages can get involved, and you can choose the program the works best for you.
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Programs
Our programs include:- Community Based Mentoring, long-term matches between a mentor or team of mentors and a child.
- School Based Mentoring, a match taking place at a school for the duration of a school year.
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Measuring Success
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa is making a big difference in the lives of Iowa's youth. The results from out most recent parent surveys show the overall improvement in areas important to a child's development.Top
