Our Mission

Big Brothers Big Sisters is the largest provider of one-to-one youth mentoring services in the United States. Our mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1-to-1 relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. In Western New York, we have been matching caring adults with local children for 45+ years and have impacted the lives of over 11,000 youth. These quality relationships are built on friendship and trust, and proven to be a significant positive influence in the life of the child, and the volunteer. Learn More