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ABOUT BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS: Studies by independent research groups have shown Big Brother Big Sister programs have a significant positive impact: 64% of students developed more positive attitudes toward school 60% improved relationships with adults 56% improved relationships with their peers Since 1904, the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters has been to make a positive difference in the lives of children and youths, primarily through a professionally supported, one-to-one relationship with a caring adult. The agency assists its clients in achieving their highest potential as they grow to become more confident, competent and caring individuals by providing them with committed, screened, trained and supervised volunteer mentors. this relationship takes many forms. A Big Brother may be his Little Brother's mentor. A Big Sister may be her Little Sister's role model. In all relationships, the "Big" is the "Little's" friend. The outcome of this friendship? Research from around the country, collected from observing the results of the program for 100 years, shows positive differences in the child's life. His or her self-esteem increases, attitude toward school improves and relationships with family and friends get even better. Who can take part in the program? Boys ages 7-14 and girls ages 6-14, and any adult over the age of 18 can take part in the program. The Big and Little should plan to get together on a regular basis to share interests, activities, and good times.
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