Bigs in the Community
Volunteer as a Big Brother, Big Sister or Big Sibling
Commonly known as the Big Brothers Big Sisters program or one to one mentoring. One mentor (Big) and one mentee (Little) spend time together building a friendship based on trust, support, common interests, and fun! Bigs and Littles participate in a variety of activities—everything from riding bikes, skating, reading, working on homework, cooking, playing video games to just talking and sharing with each other.
Access to vehicle is needed for this volunteer opportunity.
Mentees: Anyone between the age of 6 and 24. These kids just need a little extra support
Locations: Edmonton, Strathcona County, Parkland County, Lac La Biche, Morinville, and St. Albert
Where: In the community at sporting events, festivals, coffee shops, swimming pools, libraries etc.
When: Evenings and/or weekends when the mentor and mentee are both available
Commitment: On average, 4 times a month.
Volunteer as a Big Couple
This is a twist on the traditional Big Brothers Big Sisters program. What makes this version unique is that you get to volunteer with a partner. Two mentors (Bigs) and one mentee (Little) spend time together building a friendship based on trust, support, common interests, and fun! Bigs and Littles participate in a variety of activities—everything from riding bikes, skating, reading, working on homework, cooking, playing video games to just talking and sharing with each other.
Access to vehicle is needed for this volunteer opportunity.
Mentees: Anyone between the age of 6 and 24. These kids just need a little extra support
Locations: Edmonton, Strathcona County, Parkland County, Lac La Biche, Morinville, and St. Albert
Where: In the community at sporting events, festivals, coffee shops, swimming pools, libraries etc
When: Evenings and/or weekends when the mentor and mentee are both available
Commitment: On average, 4 times a month.
Note: When applying for a couples match, each individual will have to apply separately and will need to book their interviews individually.
Youth in Care
Youth in Care is an inclusive youth mentoring program designed to give young people the confidence to achieve more. The Youth in Care Program pairs youth with positive, understanding adults who encourage them to find strength from within. Founded on the belief that people are empowered through consistent and supportive relationships, this program is focused on young people who have had involvement with Children Services and could be living in alternate arrangements such as Foster Homes, Group Homes or Kinship placements.
Access to vehicle is needed for this volunteer opportunity.
Locations: Edmonton, Strathcona County, Parkland County, Lac La Biche, Morinville, and St. Albert
Where & When: In the community, evenings and/or weekends.
Commitment: On average, 4 times a month.
Mentors,
Commitment and Areas Served
Mentors: Anyone over the age of 18 who cares about kids
Minimum Commitment: On average, 4 times per month.
Availability: Edmonton, Strathcona County, Parkland County, Lac La Biche, Morinville, and St. Albert
