Throughout the nation, Big Brothers Big Sisters receives 75% of our funding from private donations. Support from individuals like you is vital to provide mentors for children in York and Adams Counties.

It isn’t easy being a kid these days. In these complex and confusing times, children need a caring adult to be a mentor and a friend — someone they can talk to, have fun with, and learn from.

Research shows that our mentoring works. Kids with a Big Brother or Big Sister show real differences in their personal and academic lives.

They are:
                     More confident in their school work performance
                     Able to get along better with their families
                     52% less likely to skip school. 

Your contribution will go directly to making and supporting matches.The remainder covers overall program administration.  Charity Navigator, the country’s premier independent charity evaluator, has awarded Big Brothers Big Sisters of America a 4-star “exceptional”rating for outstanding fiscal management for the fifth consecutive year. We, as the local chapter of BBBS of America, practice this very same fiscal responsibility.

Donating will help to:
                    Recruit new Big Brother and Big Sister volunteers
                    Cover the costs of background checks and insurance
                    Offer one-on-one, on going supervision and support for every match
                    Provide cultural and social opportunities for children

Your donation goes to children in your community. When you donate online to Big Brothers Big Sisters, you directly support children in your school district, in your neighborhood, and on your block.

No matter how much you give, donating will improve the lives of young people in your community. Your donation will help them meet the challenges of growing up into happy, confident young adults.