Who We Are
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa is a nonprofit organization that has been serving the community for over 50 years. Our mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.
What We Do
We match children, or “Littles,” with adult mentors, or “Bigs,” who serve as positive role models and provide support, guidance, and friendship. Our programs are designed to help Littles develop self-confidence, improve academic performance, and build healthy relationships.
Impact
Our programs have a proven track record of making a positive impact on the lives of children and families in our community. According to a national study, children who participate in our programs are:
– 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs
– 27% less likely to begin using alcohol
– 52% less likely to skip school
– 37% less likely to skip a class
– More confident in their academic performance
Giving
We rely on the generosity of individuals, corporations, and foundations to support our programs and services. Your donation can make a big difference in the life of a child. You can give online or by mail.
Grants
We are grateful for the support of our grant partners, who help us expand our programs and services to reach more children in need. If you are interested in partnering with us through a grant, please contact us.
Research
We are committed to staying up-to-date on the latest research and best practices in mentoring. Our programs are based on evidence-based practices and we continually evaluate our impact to ensure we are making a difference in the lives of children.
Programs & Services
We offer a variety of programs and services to meet the needs of children and families in our community. Our programs include:
– Community-Based Mentoring: Matches Littles with adult mentors who meet with them in the community for a few hours each week.
– School-Based Mentoring: Matches Littles with adult mentors who meet with them at school during the school day.
– Beyond School Walls: Matches Littles with adult mentors who work at local corporations and meet with them at the workplace.
– Bigs in Blue: Matches Littles with police officers who serve as mentors and positive role models.
Careers & Volunteer
We are always looking for passionate individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of children. We offer a variety of career opportunities and volunteer positions. Visit our website to learn more.
Funded Partners
We are proud to partner with a variety of organizations and businesses that support our mission. Our funded partners include:
– United Way
– John Deere
– Principal Financial Group
– Wells Fargo
– Meredith Corporation
Training & Certification
We provide comprehensive training and certification for our mentors to ensure they are equipped to provide the best possible support to their Littles. Our training includes topics such as child safety, relationship building, and communication skills.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or would like to learn more about our programs and services, please contact us:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa
9051 Swanson Blvd.
Clive, IA 50325
Phone: (515) 288-9025
Email: [email protected]
FAQ
Visit our website to view our frequently asked questions.
Web Links
– Donate now: https://www.bbbsia.org/donate/
– Volunteer opportunities: https://www.bbbsia.org/volunteer/
– Research and impact: https://www.bbbsia.org/research-and-impact/
– Funded partners: https://www.bbbsia.org/funded-partners/