Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
| Founded | 1904 Cincinnati, Ohio New York |
|---|---|
| Founder | Ernest Kent Coulter |
| Type | Non-governmental organization |
| Focus | Mentorship, education |
| Headquarters | Tampa, Florida, United States |
Area served | United States |
Key people | Artis Stevens, President and CEO |
| Revenue | US$21 million (2019) |
| Website | https://www.bbbs.org |
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose mission is to "create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth". Adult volunteers are matched with children from age 5 to young adulthood. It was founded by Ernest Kent Coulter.
As one of the oldest and largest youth mentoring organizations in the United States, BBBSA provides guidance, resources, and support to its network of local BBBS agencies.
Local BBBS agencies operate under the umbrella of BBBSA, implementing mentoring programs in their respective communities. These agencies match adult volunteers (Bigs) with children (Littles) ages 5 through young adulthood. The specific age range of children and youth served may vary by affiliate.
The mentoring programs offered by local BBBS agencies are designed to help children reach their full potential and thrive in various aspects of their lives, including education, social skills, and personal development.