Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region

Mission: To build and support one-to-one relationships to ignite the biggest possible futures for youth in our community.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children reach their full potential through one-on-one mentoring relationships. By pairing children with caring adult mentors, the organization works to create positive, impactful relationships that inspire confidence and resilience, ultimately helping children succeed in school, make good choices, and develop strong social skills. Big Brothers Big Sisters focuses on empowering young people in the Great Lakes Bay region to achieve brighter futures.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region offers mentoring programs where adult volunteers (Bigs) are paired with children (Littles) to foster positive and supportive relationships. These mentoring relationships help guide youth in making healthier life choices, improve their academic performance, and build self-confidence. The organization provides mentorship opportunities in both community and school-based programs, focusing on youth who face challenges such as economic hardship, lack of support, or difficult home situations. Additionally, Big Brothers Big Sisters provides ongoing support for both mentors and mentees to ensure the success of each relationship. The goal is to help young people overcome obstacles and achieve their full potential, contributing to stronger, healthier communities in the region.