THE BEST MENTORING ORGANIZATION IN KENTUCKIANA.

the impact of mentorship is enormous

  • "My Little Sister, Rae, has been talkative, but I think she's been able to become more comfortable and open to who she is. I'm normally an introvert, and Rae brings out a chatty side of me! We're always talking, joking, and being lighthearted."

    Big Sister Morgan

  • "I was matched before I had kids of my own, so it allowed me to develop patience, empathy, and the ability to lead by example. All things that have proved so valuable as a parent. "

    Big Brother Steve

  • "Being a Big isn't a one-way connection where I'm the one providing support for him, or giving him the ability to grow. It's something where I've also changed throughout. This is an opportunity for both the Big and Little to grow into being better people."

    Big Brother Miles

  • "We met when he was 8 years old and not very tall, and now he's 6'4 or 6'5 calling me a shrimp! From the time that he was young and looking at who he is now, he's just much more confident, and he's got a little 'swag' to him."

    Big Brother Tory

  • "As a psychologist, I know the short and long term impact a positive, meaningful relationship between a Big and Little can have on the child. HAVING BEEN A BIG FOR 5 LITTLES OVER 30 YEARS, I’VE BEEN FORTUNATE TO SEE EACH ONE GROW AND THRIVE."

    Big Brother Joe

  • "Just take the leap! The Big Brothers Big Sisters program matches you so well that after an hour, I feel like we'd known each other forever."

    Big Sister Kat

  • "I’m a BIG fan of giving back to the community, and mentoring is one mechanism of doing so. For me, it's about the personal satisfaction and fulfillment in helping others succeed, grow, and achieve their goals. There's no better feeling than that!"

    Big Brother Elias

  • "My Big Sister has helped me set achievable goals, excel academically, and get ready to attend college. I'm excited to have her as a friend for life!"

    Little Sister Daesha

our mission

Create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that
ignite the power and promise of youth.

our vision

All youth achieve their full potential.

We recognize that while all youth have equal potential, they do not have equal opportunity. Our evidence-based mentoring services achieve our vision through meaningful one-to-one mentoring relationships.

big & little match program

1-to-1 mentorship relationship between a Big (adult mentor) and Little (youth mentee.)

Big Brother reading book with Little Brother at the library
Big Sister putting on hat

BIG:
adult mentor

Big and Little smiling
Little Brother

little:
Youth mentee

Give the gift of mentorship

Give the gift of mentorship

What sets our youth mentoring services apart from other programs is our intentional matching process, ensuring every Big and Little has common interests and each match is set up for long-lasting success. We provide high-quality professional support throughout the entirety of every mentor relationship. And our process works! The average length of community-based mentor relationships is 3 years.

When you help fund a match, you empower potential.

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Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

J.E.D.I.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana believes a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization is one where all employees, volunteers, youth, and families, whatever their race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, education, income, or health condition feels valued and respected. We respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensure that all voices are valued and heard.

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