Changing perspectives. Changing lives.

For more than 43 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. As a member of the nation’s largest donor and volunteer supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 5 through 14 (once matched the match can continue until the child turns 18), in communities across Benton, Morrison, Stearns, the northern tier of Wright & Sherburne Counties. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.

Mission Statement

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota helps youth to realize their potential by providing positive growth experiences through one-to-one mentoring relationships.

Vision Statement

Youth mentored through BBBS lead productive, compassionate lives that positively impact our world.

Core Values

Integrity: We operate with transparency to provide accountability and effectiveness.

Safety: We provide an infrastructure that ensures the well-being of each child served.

Quality: We deliver personalized services to achieve effective mentoring relationships.

Trust: We develop respectful relationships in a healthy environment.

Our Programs Start Something

Here's the proof. Research has shown that positive relationships between Littles and their Bigs have a direct and measurable impact on children’s lives. By participating in our programs, Little Brothers and Sisters:

52% are less likely to skip school

32% are less likely to engage in violence

46% are less likely to begin using illegal drugs

65% show an improved attitude towards school

80% of “Littles” improve their grade in at least one subject; of those, 35% improve in three or more subjects