BECOME A BIG!

We are so excited that you’re interested in joining our squad as a mentor, which we call a Big Brother or Big Sister! We operate a one-to-one mentoring program where one volunteer is matched with one child (ages 8-17 living in Cuyahoga County) in a community-based program where matches do activities in the community together.

Basic requirements TO BE A BIG:

  • At least 21 years old

  • Valid driver’s license, insurance, and reliable transportation

  • Consent to criminal & driving history background check

  • Meet with your Little for 2-4 hours per month for 12 months

ENROLLMENT PROCESS :

  1. Start your online application.

  2. Virtual orientation (30 minutes). Our goal is to get you scheduled for an orientation within 2 weeks of receiving your application. Our info sessions (see more below) also double as a completed orientation.

  3. Virtual volunteer interview (approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes).

  4. Online volunteer training (2 sessions).

  5. Meet your Little and schedule your first outing!

*Not ready to start your online application yet and would like to learn more?

  1. Sign up for a free info session: Find dates and times on our Events page.

  2. Contact Volunteer Engagement Coordinator Naomi Torres: 216-452-5213 or ntorres@bbbscle.org

  3. Or please fill out the form below. And we’ll answer all of your questions.

GET INSPIRED AS YOU START YOUR JOURNEY

We value diversity, and no person will be denied equal opportunity to volunteer because of race, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.