Experience the Magic
In our own lives, each of us has been touched by someone who introduced us to new worlds and brought a little magic into our lives - catching fireflies for the first time, flying a kite, a trip to the ballpark, building sandcastles at the beach or devouring an ice cream sundae. Big Brothers Big Sisters is about creating these types of “Little Moments with Big Magic.”
Since 1966, we've been bringing magic into the lives of children. Using comprehensive screening methods and on-going support by professional staff, we have served over 17,000 youth across the Midlands with adult volunteers. Over the years, the Big Brothers Big Sisters services have grown to include many different approaches, but one thing has remained constant - we match children with volunteer Bigs and they are both forever changed by the experience!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Columbia is an independent, volunteer-directed community organization governed by a
local Board of Directors and is a member in good standing of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
Our Programs
Community Based: Volunteers provide Littles with at least four hours a month of one-to-one time and attention in their communities, typically meeting two to four times a month together. Through simple friendship, Bigs experience the joy of helping youth discover a world of possibilities and opportunities by sharing everyday experiences and activities with their Littles that enrich the lives of all involved.
School Based: Volunteers provide Littles with one-on-one time and attention in their schools or other approved site, once a week during the academic year. As their friendships evolve, Bigs and Littles discover ways to make school and learning fun.
School Based volunteers can be adults looking for a daytime
volunteer activity or high school seniors wanting to give back
to a younger child.
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"My Big Brother is cool and we both like the Gamecocks.
I am not always alone."
-James, age 11 |
