How Do You Be A Big Brother/Big Sister?
Becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister to a child or teen requires commitment, compassion and time. If you’ve been thinking of mentoring a young person, there are some hoops you’ll have to jump through. But once you’ve joined this organization, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it years ago. The rewards are huge. Step 1 Look into your heart. Are you really ready to do this? Mentoring a child can be challenging, and if you’re just having a fit of sentimentality, don’t do it. If you have a real desire to make a difference in a child’s life and your own, proceed. Step 2 Check your schedule, and make sure you can be available on a continuing, regular basis. Establishing trust and building a relationship is a time investment, and Big Brothers Big Sisters takes this very seriously. Step 3 Contact your local branch of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. You can find them online, or in the phone book. Call to schedule an interview. Step 4 At the interview, answer all questions honestly. The inter
