BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF SOUTHERN MAINE

Mission

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine matches volunteer adults to boys and girls, from families or group homes, who have need of a mentor and adult role model. The goal of the program is for the Big Brother or Sister to become a positive role model who provides guidance, encouragement and friendship to a child during his/her most important developmental years. The matches share similar backgrounds and usually come from the same geographic area. General program goals include: 1. Reducing a young person's likelihood of getting into trouble and lashing out violently. 2 Enhance positive self-esteem and self-confidence. 3. Improve communication and socialization skills. 4. Keep students in school and improve school performance. 5. Prevent a child from using drugs and/or alcohol. Specific goals and objectives exist for each special program.