Mentoring Makes a Big Impact

Studies continue to show that children are more likely to excel and make better choices when they’ve experienced the quiet power of mentorship. Together, we’re building a movement that changes lives today and strengthens society for generations to come.

Positive Outcomes

Children in our program report higher aspirations, greater confidence, better relationships, avoidance of risky behaviors, and educational success. Compared to youth not in BBBS programs, Littles are:

• 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs
• 27% less likely to begin using alcohol
• 52% less likely to skip school
• 37% less likely to skip class
• 33% less likely to hit someone

Big Dividends

Mentorship delivers real, measurable economic outcomes.

• BBBS Littles are 20% more likely to enroll in college
• BBBS Littles earn 15% more over their lifetime
• Being a BBBS Little closes 2/3 of the economic gap