"Our friendships are powerful, uplifting, and effective."

Big Brothers Big Sisters is the oldest, largest and most effective youth mentoring organization in the United States. We have been the leader in one-to-one youth service for more than a century, developing positive relationships that have a direct and lasting impact on the lives of young people. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County provides mentors for children, ages 6 through 16, in communities across the county - including yours.

Our Mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally-supported, one-to-one mentoring relationships that have a measurable impact on youth.

Our Vision is successful mentoring relationships for all chlldren who need and want them, contributing to brighter futures, better schools, and stronger communities.

Our Mentoring Program Works!
National research has shown that positive relationships between youth and their Big Brothers and Big Sisters mentors have a direct and measurable impact on children's lives. By participating in our youth mentoring programs, Little Brothers and Sisters are:

• More confident in their schoolwork performance
• Able to get along better with their families
• 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs
• 27% less likely to begin using alcohol
• 52% less likely to skip school.¹

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¹ Tierney, J.P., Grossman, J.B., and Resch, N.L. (1995)  Making a Difference: An Impact Study of Big Brothers Big Sisters.  Philadelphia: Public/Private Ventures