Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois is a non-profit organization located in Decatur, Illinois. The organization employs 20 people and generates revenue of over $10,000. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois focuses on community-based and site-based mentoring programs. They connect carefully screened adult mentors, known as "Bigs," with children in need, known as "Littles," from Macon, McLean, Champaign, DeWitt, Ford, Piatt, and Livingston counties. The organization aims to provide positive role models and support to children, helping them build self-esteem, make healthy choices, and achieve their potential. The organization offers two primary mentoring programs: Community-Based and Site-Based. The Community-Based program involves meetings between Bigs and Littles 2-3 times a month for a minimum of one year, while the Site-Based program entails weekly meetings at schools and after-school sites during the academic year. Both programs emphasize shared activities and open communication to foster meaningful connections. To learn more about Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Illinois and their programs, visit their website at bbbscil.org.