Big Brothers Big Sisters

Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) provided more than 82,000 hours of mentoring to 1,662 children in Central Texas counties throughout 2008 as well as $48,000 in scholarship money to 69 Littles pursuing higher education. BBBS has matched children, ages 6-16, with supportive adult mentors who share everyday experiences with the child. These quality relationships have proven in independent studies to significantly increase the quality of life for participating children.

Community-Based Mentoring

An adult volunteer spends time with their Little a few times a month for a minimum of one year. They are paired based on mutual interests.

Amachi-Texas/Mentoring Children of Prisoners

A community-based mentoring program for children who have an incarcerated parent.

Big Couple Mentoring

Little Brothers are paired with committed couples in this community-based program and share in activities together.