IT'S EASY TO BECOME A BIG BROTHER OR BIG SISTER! (Please scroll down to go directly to our Volunteer Application)
Now that you're ready to become a Big, please review the following volunteer criteria and intake process information.
Community Based Program Volunteer Considerations
- Volunteers in the Community Based (one-to-one) program need to be 21 years of age or older to become a Big Brother or Big Sister.
- Volunteers must be able to make an 18 month commitment.
- Volunteers should have two or more face to face interactions with their Little Brother or Little Sister each month.
- Scroll down for our Volunteer Application, or for more information or to receive a packet on how to become a Big Brother or Big Sister call toll free 866-892-BIGS (2447)
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The Enrollment Process Involves:
- Volunteer Application with four references
- Background Check (a prior arrest does not automatically disqualify a volunteer)
- Personal interview with an Enrollment Coordinator
- After you have completed the enrollment process and have been accepted as a Big Brother or Big Sister, you can expect the following:
- To have a professional match support coordinator who will help to support your relationship with your Little.
- To be introduced to your Little Brother or Little Sister and the Little's parent/guardian during a meeting at the Little's home.
- To talk with your match support coordinator on a monthly basis to discuss the relationship you are developing with your little.
- VOLUNTEER APPLICATION for Franklin, Delaware and Union Counties: Click here to download our Volunteer Application or call:
- the Franklin County office at 614-839-2447
- the Delaware County office at 740-369-2447
- the Union County office at 937-645-3065
VOLUNTEER APPLICATION for Madison, Champaign and Clark Counties: Click here to download our Volunteer Application or call 937-390-9900. 
