Welcome to Monday Matters! Spread awareness to help important causes and start your week off right by making a difference each Monday, even if that is just to pin, tweet, or share to pass this information on. Join the Monday Matters blog hop at the end of this post!
photo courtesy of BBBSA
You’ve probably heard of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. It is the oldest and largest youth mentoring organization in the United States. They serve over 220,000 six- to 18-year-old kids.
How does Big Brothers Big Sisters of America impact lives?
- less likely to use drugs, use illegal alcohol, and skip school
- do better in their schoolwork
- get along better with their families.
- are more confident
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Ever considered becoming a big brother or sister?
Volunteer just a couple hours a month. Do things you already like to do; go to movies, sport events, just hang out. The activities are not what is important, the kids say it’s spending time with an adult who cares. Time with a positive role model can be a life changer.
photo courtesy of BBBSA
Whether you’re interested in donating, volunteering or enrolling your child, Big Brothers Big Sisters offers several types of programs in communities across the country. See the BBBSA website for more information.
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This is such an amazing organization. It offers so much hope for those kiddos that are lacking. Love it.