Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern AZ

Program Description

Since 1963, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Arizona has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is incredible potential. As Southern Arizonaâ??s largest donor- and volunteer-supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Arizona makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (â??Bigsâ??) and children (â??Littlesâ??), ages 6 through young adulthood. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.

Demographics

Education Level and
Number of Students

• High School: 200
• Middle School: 0
• Elementary School: 0
• Post-secondary: 0
• Non-traditional: 0

Populations Served

• Academically At-risk
• Academically High-performing
• ESL Students

First-Generation

• Less than 25%

Representative
Colleges Attended
by Alumni

• University of Arizona

Matriculation & Completion

• 4-yr College Matriculation: 61%