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- 1. AGENCY AT A GLANCE
- 3. Program Mission Big Brothers Big Sisters of Racine and Kenosha Counties provides children in need with one-on-one, community-based mentoring services which lead to brighter futures, better schools and stronger communities. Our Vision is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with measurable impact and develop our agency's capacity to provide mentoring services to all children who request Big Brothers and Big Sisters.
- 4. Program History Big Brothers began in Racine and Kenosha in 1960. In 1984, our services were expanded to include girls. From the late 1970s through the early 1990s, the Kenosha program was known as Kinship. In 1996, the Kinship program of Kenosha affiliated itself with Big Brothers Big Sisters merging with the Racine program to become Big Brothers Big Sisters of Racine & Kenosha Counties Inc., (BBBS) as it is known today. Since beginning in 1960 when we served approximately 25 children in the local community, the program has grown to serve over 200 children annually in southeastern Wisconsin. We offer a variety of outcome-based mentoring opportunities including Community Based Mentoring, School Based Mentoring and Faith Based Mentoring initiatives.
- 5. Program Participants Little Expectations Children ages 6 to 14 with a demonstrated specific need. Note to Parents: Your child will be assigned a mentor for a minimum of one year with monthly contact. Our matches are currently lasting on average 26 months. There is no cost to you for this program. Our volunteers are thoroughly screening, including but not limited to: application, interview, home visit, police checks, motor vehicle check, and references . The staff social worker will contact all parties monthly to make sure everyone is enjoying the program and progress is being made towards goals and objectives. Becoming A Big Mentoring builds relationships and instills a sense of community and self-worth for generations to come. Qualifications: 16 years or older Valid Drivers License Must pass background check Complete BBBS entry paperwork Interview with Match Support Coordinator
- 6. Match Life Match Types Big Big Couple Big Family The commitment: 3-5 hours monthly 1 full years term What to Know: Agency sponsors monthly programing Round the clock access to Staff Support Quarterly trainings offers Monthly & Quarterly newsletters with things to do Overnights begin after 6 months Bigs set the schedule and pace for the match.
- 7. Community Based Mentoring Big Needs: 75 Mentors needed 140 Current matches Program Timeline: 365 days calendar year
- 8. 2015 Annual Goals BBBS is looking to match every little (youth in need of a mentor) on the waiting list with a big within the first 100 days of the year. Potential mentors (Bigs) can commit to a little as an individual, couple or family; committed, caring volunteers can range in age from high school to retired individuals. Bigs work around their schedule, and meet with their little at least once a month. BBBS evaluates volunteers based on their time availability, personal interests and commitment levels, to ensure a successful match. In addition to securing 100 mentors, the campaign includes targeted fundraising goals. Whether its time, talent or donations, individuals are encouraged to give.
- 9. Program Outcomes Children who have been matched for 18 months are more confident in their schoolwork and get along better with their families.
- 10. Program Outcomes Contd Decreased truancy Improved grades Increased Classroom participation Enhanced positive social skills Higher Self-esteem Participation in extra-curricular activities
- 11. Program Outcomes Contd Children are also: 46% less likely to use illegal drugs 27% less likely to use alcohol 52% less likely to skip school 37% less likely to skip a class 33% less likely to be involved in a fight
- 12. I - Mentor : School Based Mentoring Pilot: 21st Century Prep 20 Mentors & host company Needed 2015-2016 Academic School Year: September 1, 2015 June 9, 2016
- 13. Project Scope To develop trusting, mutually satisfying relationships in an academic environment. To provide emotional, academic and social support to the students attending 21st Century Preparatory School To engage in some structured activities around: Self-awareness, Self-esteem Classroom or homework-related topics. and other social topics.
- 14. School Based Mentoring Foundation The program operates on the school campus. Mentoring relationships meet for 1 hour 2x a week for the duration of the school year Youth are referred by teachers, counselors, and other school staff. School-based mentoring addresses academic, social and behavioral needs
- 15. Expectations: Big Brothers Big Sisters 20 trained and screened mentors who are qualified to work in a school environment. Journals for the students to use with their mentors. Background and information release forms for the mentors. Quarterly reports to track the success of the program. Continuous training and support for the mentors, students and school personnel. Copies of the monthly mentor report provided by the mentor. Journal audits randomly throughout the year
- 16. Expectations: Corporations/Organizations Provide support and sponsorship to employees interested in participating Retain & Provide BBBS with a Signed and Completed copy of Mentoring Paperwork Allow scheduling flexibility for the employees participating Internally promote the program and the agency highlighting the employees participating Market the program with your support to encourage staff participation Donate $500.00-$1,000.00 to the program for operating costs Note: Money requested will be used for the purchase of journals for the Littles, water and healthy snacks for matches meeting before and after school
- 17. Expectations: Students (Littles) Return signed and completed applications to 21st Century. Attend their match meeting at their designated time and location. Journal weekly regarding their match meeting and anything else theyd like to include. Report any issues or concerns to the proper authority should the need arise. Have fun and enjoy their Big.
- 18. Expectations: Mentors (Bigs) Return signed and completed Big applications to BBBS. Info release, background check and copy of drivers license will be provided to 21st Century. Complete Big onboarding process and mentor training. Journal with the students. Meet the student at the school during the agreed upon scheduled meeting time for the entire hour once a week. Attend quarterly training sessions Work with the students on areas of improvement and cover the monthly topic. Submit a match report once a month to the Match Support Coordinator. Report due by last day of the month. Have fun and enjoy their Little.
- 19. Agency Deliverables Onboarding paperwork for all parties involved Quarterly reports on the participants and the overall health of the program. Quarterly status meetings/conference calls to make program adjustments when needed. Year-end report and recap
- 20. Projected Outcomes: Decreased truancy reported by 40% of students, as tracked against school attendance records Improved grades (demonstrated in school reports) by 60% of students Increased Classroom participation reported by 60% of students Enhanced positive social skills reported by 70% of participants Higher Self-esteem reported in 50% of participants Increased participation in extra-curricular activities reported by 40% of students
- 21. Questions Contact Us Big Brothers Big Sisters of Racine & Kenosha Counties, Inc. 3131 Taylor Ave., Building 4, Box 7 Racine, WI 53405 www.beabignow.org Phone (262) 637-7625
- 22. Thank you!