Community Profile of the Month

Capitol Broadcasting Company believes one of our greatest responsibilities is supporting our community. CBC’s Community Profile is a new monthly feature on the Web – a way to inform our employees and the public about the work of area non-profits, and their volunteer opportunities and needs.

For March 2011, take closer look at Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle
website

Location:
1001 Navaho Drive
Suite GL-150
Raleigh , NC 27609

Phone: (919) 850-9772

About Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle (BBBST) is a donor and volunteer supported mentoring organization which positively impacts the lives of children in the Triangle community.

Their mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with measurable impact. BBBST accomplishes this goal through the establishment of long-lasting and one-to-one mentoring relationships utilizing targeted programs to address the needs of the children.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle Big Brothers Big Sisters is the oldest, largest and most effective youth mentoring organization in the United States. They have been the leader in one-to-one youth service for more than a century, developing positive relationships that have a direct and lasting impact on the lives of young people. Big Brothers Big Sisters serves children, ages 6 through 14, in communities across the country - including ours right here in the Triangle.

Bigs and Littles have fun together — and create memories that last a lifetime. BBBST calls it “Little moments … Big magic.” Research points to the powerful, positive, lasting impact Bigs have on children’s lives. Littles are:

52% less likely to skip school
46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs
More likely to get along with their families and peers

How To Help Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Triangle:
VOLUNTEER
Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is one of the most rewarding and enjoyable things you will ever do. It's easy, too. Your Little can join you for the kinds of activities you already like to do, such as:

Shooting hoops
Playing a board game
Sharing a pizza
Taking a walk in the park
Or just hanging out and talking.

Just 8 hours a month can change a young person's life. Find out more about volunteering here.

DONATE
Your donation will be used to:

Help recruit new Big Brother and Big Sister volunteers
Cover the costs of background checks and insurance, while ensuring trained professionals match children to caring and responsible Bigs
Offer one-on-one, ongoing supervision and support for every match
Provide cultural and social activities to enrich the opportunities for children

Make a donation here.

POSTED: March 1, 2011