GET A BIG

ENROLL a CHILD

THE RIGHT ROLE MODELS.

Could your child use a Big?

For over 40 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alaska has been able to recruit, screen, match, and support mentoring relationships that have changed the lives of thousands of young people across Alaska — one Little at a time.

Improved School Connection
Avoided Risky Behaviors
Improved Peer Relationships

YOU’LL FEEL THE IMPACT AS MUCH AS YOUR CHILD.


Youth who are matched through Big Brothers Big Sisters:
• are more confident
• are more likely to steer clear of drugs and alcohol
• do better in school
• get along better with their family and friends
• feel better about themselves

We enroll youth 6-16 years old in the BBBS program. We’re currently making new matches in Anchorage, Fairbanks, Mat-Su, Haines, Sitka, and Juneau.

4 STEPS TO BECOMING A LITTLE

Apply online or call us to get more information.  Schedule your interview for you and your child and complete our online application.    

Meet with a BBBS professional staff to complete your interview. This in-depth interview helps us learn more about you and your child in order to pair your child with the right Big. You and your child will complete training with staff to learn more about being a Little in our program. 

After you’ve completed the interview/training steps, get matched with a Big and start having fun doing activities your child and their Big enjoy!

You’ll receive ongoing support for your match from a professional Match Support Specialist.  They will give you guidance, advice, outing ideas and just be there to support you along the way.  You’ll stay connected through our monthly newsletter as well as regular activities that we plan for your child and their Big to participate in! 

ENROLL A CHILD NOW

If you’re interested in enrolling a child, please fill out our online inquiry form. Once submitted, a member of our staff will contact you to tell you more about the program and get you started in the process!

Questions?
Please contact us at info@bbbsak.org or call 907.433.4600

ENROLL A CHILD

Throughout the life of the match, our professional staff will be in ongoing communication with you, your child, and your child’s Big.
It’s the best way to build a strong relationship that will have the greatest impact on your child’s future success.

CHILD SAFETY

Making the best match is critical to the growth and development of a child. We thoroughly screen all potential Bigs.
Big Brothers Big Sisters National Standards requires each volunteer to complete a screening process that includes:

  • Completing an application
  • Background and reference checks
  • An intensive interview
  • Orientation and training processes that provide information on how to encourage your child’s development

Big Brothers Big Sisters also provides child safety tips to you and your child.

ENROLL A CHILD TODAY
PARENTS AS PARTNERS


When it comes to the future of our youth, we’re in this together. You know what’s best for your child. You’ll provide information about your child’s strengths and needs, and approve the Big Brother or Big Sister match.
You’ll also:
   • Approve activities and outings for your child
   • Report your child’s progress and milestones to BBBS
   • Participate in training on child safety

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