Community Based Mentoring Program - Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities
Children are matched with adult volunteers who serve as mentors, offering friendship, guidance, and support to build trust and key life skills. Mentors meet with youth 2 - 4 times per month, based on their schedules, for fun and engaging self-directed activities. Agency-sponsored events and activities are also available for youth and their mentors. ?Program staff speak regularly with mentors, teachers, and youth to offer ongoing support. and provide guidance, support, and assistance. All mentors undergo background checks, interviews, and training before being matched based on location, personality, and preferences.
Categories
Last assured
07/31/2025
Physical Address
3110 Washington Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55411
Hours
- Office: 8 am - 5 pm Monday - Thursday; 8 am - 12 noon Friday - Additional programs and activities may take place outside of office hours
Voice
Fax
(651)789-2499
Application process
- Call for paper version of application; visit website for application - BBBS conducts an in-person interview, typically in-home with parents/guardians, as part of the enrollment process
Required documents
Application/registration form
Eligibility
- Youth ages 8 - 13 at time of enrollment, but remain in program until graduation. Primarily serves Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, and Washington counties
Languages
Spanish
Hmong
Service area
Anoka County, MN
Dakota County, MN
Hennepin County, MN
Ramsey County, MN
Scott County, MN
Washington County, MN
Agency info
Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities
Provides children facing adversity with 1-on-1 mentors who help to change their lives for the better and other specialized enrichment opportunities