OUR VALUES

ACCESS

Provide access to positive mentorship for every young person who needs us.
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~No matter their background, experiences, circumstances or need, we are committed to ensuring every young person has a positive mentor
in their lives.
~We meet young people where they are.
~Recognizing and valuing who they are, where they live and how they
connect, we create access to resources, people, and opportunities that meet young people where they are.

OPPORTUNITY

Create a community that fosters connection.
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~When young people are a part of Big Brothers Big Sisters, they have a
community of supportive relationships and meaningful connections empowering them to reach their full potential and thrive in life.
~We safeguard youth and cultivate the trust of all BBBS participants.
With the support of a caring mentor, youth feel a sense of belonging -
connected to who they are, to what community represents, and to
where they can go.
~We consider safety and well-being to be multi-dimensional (or
holistic), including emotional and physical safety, risk reduction, and
safe relationships and environments—all core components of youth
well-being.

BELONGING

Empower young people to learn, lead and grow.

~Whether in a workplace, a school, or in the community, we empower
young people through relationships that give them the confidence
and skills to navigate life and thrive.
~The thread and values of every single thing we do is to empower this
promise of potential for young people because we know mentorship is a transformative solution for young people, our economy and our society.