REAL kids. REAL mentors.
REAL impact. REAL change.

We need more mentors... Like YOU.

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We Care About Kids.

BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters (BGCBigs) is committed to the healthy development of all children.

We provide a diverse array of mentoring and after school programs to meet the needs of our community’s children and youth so they have the tools and supports they need to be successful in school and in life.

What’s Happening

Get the latest news on BGCBigs in our community, at our clubs and new opportunities.

Students Mentoring Students Bursary Program is BACK!

Open to post-secondary students in Edmonton & Area. Earn a $1,000 bursary by being a mentor to young people.

Deadline to apply is September 8, 2025.

The REAL ChangE Podcast: BGCBigs' very own limited-series podcast.

12 episodes featuring mentors, volunteers, staff and friends of BGCBigs, as they share stories and insights about all the amazing work we do together and how it positively impacts thousands of children, youth and families in Edmonton & Area.

And of course, we hope each episode will inspire more people to become volunteers with us!

BECOME A PARTNER

Help us reduce the cost of being a mentor. If your business has a fun service or offering that our mentors and mentees would love and you can provide a discount or freebies, we'll recognize your support! Fill out the form at the bottom of our Discounts & Freebies page to get started!

VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE

We host a Virtual Open House every week, where you can learn about all our available volunteer opportunities.

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Our Impact

BGC Big Brothers Big Sisters (BGCBigs) is a community-supported organization committed to the healthy development of children, youth, and their families by providing safe places, positive relationships, services, and opportunities to develop personal strengths and interpersonal skills that enhance their long-term success in life.

BCGBigs Mentoring and After-School programs seek to support vulnerable children and youth challenged by the impacts of poverty. The organization also works in partnership with other community organizations to develop and deliver programs geared to specific populations, such as the immigrant and refugee community, the Indigenous community, and other vulnerable groups (e.g. LGBTQ youth).

Special Thanks