Other ways to make a BIG difference

Big Brothers Big Sisters is a great organization that does a lot for the community and its youth, but not everyone who wants to help support their mission is available to become a mentor. There are many other ways to support Big Brothers Big Sisters, whether it is through donations or volunteering your time at events.

Donations can make a big difference in a variety of ways. You can donate funds to Big Brothers Big Sisters online as well as by check. Another option to donate is through stocks and securities and even by making Big Brothers Big Sisters part of your trust. Along with funds, there are needs for other items ranging anywhere from office supplies to electronics and games. For more information, you can look on Big Brothers Big Sisters website at: http://www.bbbsnw.org/donate/other_ways_to_give.phtml.

If you are looking to donate your time, there are many ways to volunteer without becoming a Big. There are committees you can join that help with many different events that take place throughout the year. Along with committees you can volunteer your time at different fundraising and marketing events. Bowl for Kids’ Sake is Big Brother Big Sisters’ biggest event, which is held in April and May, that requires the most volunteers. If you have personally been a Big or Little and want to share your story of how the organization impacted your life, you can join the speaker’s bureau. BBBS is always looking for people to spread their message and how mentorship helped them in life. You can share your story with different organizations, businesses, and at events throughout the year. More information can be found on the website at: 
http://www.bbbsnw.org/volunteer/other_volunteer_opportunities.phtml.

Whether it is through monetary donations or just helping on a day off, there are many ways to help support Big Brothers Big Sisters. Mentoring is such a crucial part in the community and any support you can give can be life changing for today's youth.