Founded: 1982 (National organization founded in 1915)
Website: www.bbbsns.org
Email: info@bbbsns.org
Facebook: facebook.com/BBBSNorthernSierra
Telephone: 530-626-1222
GuideStar Profile: www.guidestar.org/profile/94-2523254
CNL Member since 2005
Purpose:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra works to help all children achieve success in life. We provide children facing adversity with strong, enduring, and professionally supported one-to-one relationships with caring and responsible adults. Our mentoring relationships support children and youth ages 5-18 in Nevada, Placer, and El Dorado counties. By partnering with parents/guardians and community volunteers, we ensure accountability for each child in our program. Our successful young clients achieve high aspirations, personal confidence, educational success, avoid risky behaviors, and establish strong relationships with others.
Success Story:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra is dedicated to defending every young person’s potential. Our young clients are our best success stories, as illustrated by their quotes:
“My Big Brother really listens to me.”
“I get to do stuff that I never did before.”
“My Big Brother makes me feel better when I am around him.”
How to get involved: There are more than 8.5 million children in America who need our support. Here’s how you can help:
Prospective mentors: Contact us by email at info@bbbsns.org or by phone at 530-626-1222. After an initial conversation, the qualification process begins, including background checks, fingerprinting, and personal interviews.
Potential family/child participants: Families can self-refer or have their child’s school contact BBBS. These families will undergo a screening process with paperwork and interviews. Our goal is to match a Big Brother/Big Sister with the appropriate Little Brother/Little Sister to ensure successful, enduring relationships that will grow and thrive.