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:

Less likely to hit someone

Felt better about themselves

Got along better with their peers

Less likely to begin using illegal drugs

Less likely to skip school

Have confidence in their abilities

Learned the importance of helping others

Improved school participation and behavior

Changed perspective on what they thought possible in life

Increased their self-confidence

Had a better sense of the future

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: