In-School Mentoring

Ready to volunteer? Fill out our Online Volunteer Application Form here: https://www.bigbrothersvancouver.com/volunteer-application-what-should-i-expect/

Have fun, de-stress, and feel like a kid again while making a positive and local impact for youth! Our In-School Mentoring Program pairs you with one elementary school student who you share common interests with.

Matches spend one-hour once per week together on school grounds doing non-academic activities such as playing sports, games, creating art or just hanging out at the playground. Our matches are paired for the duration, or remainder, of the academic school-year.

Deadline to apply to increase the likelihood of being an In-School Mentor for the 2024-25 school year is Feb 1, 2025.

Our Big Buddies are
•	Adults aged 18+, inclusive of male, female, trans, and gender diverse individuals.
•	Mentors who Little Buddies can talk to, learn from, and share experiences with.
•	Available 1 hour per week during school hours (weekdays between 10am and 3pm).

Our Little Buddies are
•	Students grade 1 to 7 nominated by teachers, staff or by themselves.
•	Children who could use a bit of extra 1-on-1 attention, need to build confidence, or may have trouble connecting with peers.

Locations in Greater Vancouver:
Surrey, White Rock, Delta, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby and Vancouver

Benefits
•	Opportunities for free tickets or admission vouchers to Big Brothers matches.
•	Make a positive impact on the community.
•	Gain a sense of personal fulfillment by contributing to a child’s self-esteem.
•	Stress relief and develop a more positive attitude.
•	Greater productivity at work or school.
•	Make a new friend!