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Volunteer Today. Impact Their Tomorrow. 

BECOME A BIG

OUR PROGRAMS

Active in Richmond since 1962, Big Brothers Big Sisters provides youth in our community with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. ​ Make a BIG impact by mentoring through Big Brothers Big Sisters.

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Community-Based Mentoring
2-3 hrs/week | One Year Commitment
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Traditional one-to-one mentoring during out-of-school time hours. Spend a few hours with your Little each week during the evenings or on weekends. Go on community-based outings like exploring a nearby park, learning a new skill together, or helping your Little to achieve their goals. 
COVID UPDATE: Volunteers Needed! Meet with your Little virtually or via mutually agreed upon socially distanced outings

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​Site-Based Mentoring
1 hr/week | Three Semester Commitment
Richmond & Tri-Cities Area Only

Traditional one-to-one mentoring during school hours. Spend an hour a week with your Little at their school during their lunch hour playing board games, creating art projects, or spending time outside on the school grounds.
COVID UPDATE: Volunteers Needed! Meet with your Little virtually or via mutually agreed upon socially distanced outings

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Military Mentoring
Community-based Mentoring for Military Youth
Hampton Roads Area Only

One-to-one mentoring for youth of military families. Military kids and their families face unique challenges that may include separation and loss in addition to the stress of military life. If you live or work in Hampton Roads, give us a call to mentor a military youth today. No military experience needed for Bigs!
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COVID UPDATE: Volunteers Needed! Meet with your Little virtually or via mutually agreed upon socially distanced outings

​​Interested? And want to learn more?
Click Here to Become a Big!

Big Brothers Are Needed Now, More Than Ever​

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We are looking for men who are ready to do something BIG. More than 70% of kids on our waitlist are boys looking for a Big Brother. And a majority of those boys are African-American or Hispanic.  The need in our community for youth to have a role model is more urgent than ever.

All it takes is a couple of hours ech week to help someone realize their potential, and go on to achieve their brightest possible future. 


Join the thousands of Bigs across the country who are standing with us. Be Big today. Call us to learn more at (804)261-4940.


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You know how amazing your Little is, now tell others! Share with us a favorite story, or follow the monthly prompts for inspiration. 
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Click "Share Here" and complete the survey. Then we will highlight you and your Little on our social media platforms @BeaBigVA. Please note: Prior to sharing your story, BBBS staff will confirm all parties have signed the Photo Release Consent form.
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​We are committed to making sure our programs are inclusive of LGBTQ youth and volunteers. Our goal is for all LGBTQ youth to have access to a safe and supportive mentoring relationship with a caring adult.
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Greater Richmond Headquarters
(804) 261-4940
1707 Summit Ave, #200
​Richmond, VA 23230
Tri-Cities Office
(804) 319-5198
110 Main Street, Suite 3
Hopewell, VA 23860
Hampton Roads Office
(757) 392-5155
mail to: P.O. Box 16774
Chesapeake, VA 23328
Greater Virginia Peninsula Office
(757) 369-6824
Katherine Johnson Adult Learning Center
​17346 Warwick Blvd. Room 8
Newport News, VA 23603
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