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Transformations & Statistics

Our programs are transformational. By matching children with adult mentors in one-to-one relationships, we transform the life of a child (Little) and the life of an adult (Big). By transforming Bigs and Littles, we also transform the families of the Bigs and Littles, schools, neighborhoods, and our communities.

Simple acts of mentoring yield powerful results. In fact, independent studies have confirmed that, in contrast to their non-mentored peers, Little Brothers and Little Sisters:

30

Less likely to hit someone

90

Felt better about themselves

35

Got along better with their peers

46

Less likely to begin using illegal drugs

52

Less likely to skip school

85

Have confidence in their abilities

84

Learned the importance of helping others

92

Improved school participation and behavior

81

Changed perspective on what they thought possible in life

94

Increased their self-confidence

92

Had a better sense of the future

80

Improved their academic performance

  • Decreased their use of violence – 30% were less likely to hit someone
  • Improved relationships with peers, adults, and parent(s) – 37% became more trusting of their parent or guardian, and 35% get along better with their peers
  • Resisted substance abuse – 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs
  • Improved school attendance – 52% were less likely to skip school

Additionally, Littles in our program continue to benefit from their participation into adulthood. Former Littles are happier, healthier, and more accomplished than their non-mentored peers. According to a study on adult Littles:

  • 90% said their Big made them feel better about themselves
  • 85% said their Big influenced them to have confidence in their abilities
  • 84% learned the importance of helping others as a result of participating in the program
  • 81% said their Big changed their perspective on what they thought possible in life

We are proud of the fact that the efforts of our “BIG” volunteers are making a difference. According to our recent survey findings:

  • 94% of our children increased their self-confidence
  • 92% improved school participation and behavior
  • 92% had a better sense of the future
  • 80% improved their academic performance

We Help Kids Stay in School

A child with a mentor is 52% less likely to skip school than a child without a mentor.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area provides one-to-one mentoring for children in Danville and Pittsylvania County, serving over 300 children annually.

308 Craghead St, Ste 104, Danville, VA 24541

(434) 792-3700 ext. 108

bbbs@dancom.us

Fax: (434) 791-3187

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