Families as Partners

The success of our match relationships is not just based on how well we can match a Little and a Big. Our parents and guardians play an integral role in the success of our matches.

Just like we ask our Bigs and Littles their preferences for a match, our Parents and Guardians also share what type of Big they believe would be best suited for their child. 

Your Enrollment Specialist will ask you about the hopes, dreams, and ambitions your child has and how we can help match your child with a Big to help achieve them.

Once your child is matched, our Parents and Guardians are our eyes and ears. We ask that our Parents and Guardians:
  • Approve all match outings between your child and their Big (prior to them taking place)
  • Closely monitor all match activity 
  • Closely monitor all communication between your child and their Big
  • Watch your child's behavior with their Big, including before and after outings
  • Ask your child open-ended questions about their relationship with their Big
  • Communicate effectively with your child's Big
  • Actively engage in Match Support 
  • Participate in agency-led training opportunities
  • Contact your child's Match Support Specialist with any questions or concerns (no matter how big or small)
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