Big Brothers Big Sisters

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Illinois Capital Region ( BBBS ) was organized and incorporated in 1972. A group of ten members of the community recognized a need for a mentoring program that focused on positive youth development. During the first year of the organization, 50 children were matched with positive adult mentors ( Big Brothers and Big Sisters ). During the first two years, the program was run strictly by volunteers, many of whom worked out of their own homes. In 1976, BBBS hired its first Executive Director, Debra Beard, who served the agency for nearly 30 years. In 1999, after identifying the need for mentoring services in Christian County, Big Brothers Big Sisters expanded its services to include Christian County, and an office opened in Taylorville. In January 2007, the agency began serving children in Montgomery County. The agency's current Executive Director, Chris Hembrough began July 2007.Big Brothers Big Sisters offers one-to-one mentoring relationships to children who have been referred to us, either by a parent or a teacher. We serve children in Sangamon, Christian, Macoupin and Montgomery Counties through both the Community-Based and School-Based Mentoring programs. In 2008, BBBS served 875 children through our mentoring programs.As we continue to serve more children and make an impact in our community, we will serve these children as we always have--one child at a time.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois (BBBSCIL) has been dedicated to serving low-income, underprivileged youth from single-parent families for over 30 years. Operating across multiple counties, the organization focuses on creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring relationships that empower youth to achieve their highest potential and prevent juvenile delinquency. Through community-based and site-based mentoring programs, BBBSCIL matches children with caring adults who provide guidance and support. The organization aims to help children graduate from high school, avoid involvement in the juvenile justice system, and become contributing members of their communities. Generated from the website

Big Brothers Big Sisters is a non-profit organization in Charleston, IL that creates professionally supported, one-to-one matches for children seeking to fulfill their potential. Through their community-based and school-based programs, as well as the Sports Buddies program, they aim to make a difference in the lives of children by providing them with mentors who can offer friendship, guidance, and new perspectives on the world. By volunteering as a Big, individuals can dedicate a few hours a week or month to positively impact a child's life, whether it's through playing video games, visiting museums, or simply spending time together. Parents can also enroll their children to become Littles, giving them the opportunity to be part of Big Brothers Big Sisters and embark on a path towards a brighter and more promising future. Through donations and support, Big Brothers Big Sisters continues to empower the potential of children in the community.Generated from the website