ARM YOUR CHILD WITH ANOTHER AWESOME ADULT. LIFE IS HARD; WE ALL EXPERIENCE UPS AND DOWNS AND WE KNOW THAT THE MORE PEOPLE IN YOUR CORNER, THE BETTER. WE'D LOVE THE CHANCE TO PROVIDE YOUR CHILD WITH ANOTHER POSITIVE, ADULT ROLE MODEL TO HELP
​THEM REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.

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If you are interested, yet not ready to complete an application. Complete the form below and we will be in touch. 

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Ready to complete an application. Choose the application below for the program you are most interested.

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Participate in an interview and short training with one of our staff. 

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Become Ready-to-be-Matched. Our staff work to identify the perfect Big for your youth.

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Keep us informed. Be sure to send along any new information.

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Be matched! When we think we have the perfect Big for you, we will contact you to make sure you agree!



​YOUR YOUTH DESERVE THE BEST
Our Commitments to You:
  • We thoroughly interview and assess all potential Bigs.
  • Every Big has reference and background checks completed. 
  • ​It's our job to get to know your youth and your family well in order to make the best possible match recommendations. 
  • Our ongoing support for the Big, Little, and you is top notch and will help the relationship between the Big and Little grow. 

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

OUR PROGRAMS

COMMUNITY BASED
The Community Based Program matches youth ages 6-18 with caring, positive, committed, adult role models. The youth (Little) and mentor (Big) meet in the community 2-4 times per month for a minimum of 4 hours. They spend time exploring activities they already enjoy and trying some new ones. 
SCHOOL BASED
The School Based Program pairs a high school sophomore, junior, or senior (BIG) with a child (Little) in elementary school. The Big and Little spend 45-60 minutes per week one-on-one eating lunch, playing games, or shooting hoops in the gym. The BIG must have their own transportation and is asked to meet at the same time on the same day each week. 
BIGS WITH BADGES
The Bigs with Badges matches youth ages 6-17 with law enforcement professionals. The program is part of Big Brothers Big Sisters’ national initiative to bridge divides in communities and create a positive impact on both our law enforcement officers and our youth. Youth can enroll in the Community Based Program with an option to have a Big from the Bigs with Badges Program.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS TO MY YOUTH?

  • Increased self-esteem.
  • Increased confidence in school.
  • Increased feelings of belonging.
  • Improved relationship with parents.
  • Decrease in skipping school, drug and alcohol use, and sexual activity.

WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU . . .

Contact us to learn more about becoming a Little!
715 W Anna Street
Grand Island, NE 68801

308.384.3456
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