Big Brothers Big Sisters

If you are tired of me harping about some charity, volunteer opportunity, or fundraiser, you should probably stop reading now.

 

On February 7^th, in conjunction with our Neighborhood Watch Meeting, we’re going to have Tiffany Patton with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee here to give a presentation on her organization.

 

I was interested in some of these facts that Tiffany gave us at a previous presentation…

• 85% of prisoners were raised in fatherless households
• There are ALWAYS 300+ children waiting for someone to volunteer as their “Big”

Mentored Children…

• Are 46% less likely to do drugs
• Are 52% less likely to skip school
• See a 71% improvement in school
• See an 86% improvement in self confidence
• Are 75% more likely to attend a four year college
• 39% have an income greater than $75k
• Are 48% more likely to engage in the community

 

I think most all of us have thought about becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister at one point or another. This is your opportunity to get more information about the program, but without having to make a commitment.

 

You can find many more information about this group on the BBBS of Middle Tennessee website (mentorachild.org).