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- EIN 85-0347573
- (575) 523-9530
- Po Box 15091 Las Cruces NM 88004 USA
- http://bbbsofswnm.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Big Brothers & Big Sisters, Children & Youth
Mission: The mission of big brothers big sisters of swnm is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with mentors that have a measurable impact on youth. These relationships change their lives for the better, forever. The vision is successful mentoring relationships for all children who need and want them, contributing to brighter futures, better schools, and stronger communuities for all. We believe all children achieve success in life.
Programs: Community-based matching program: big mentors (adult volunteers) are matched with little mentees(children) from families facing adversity on a one-to-one (same sex) basis, spending 4 to 6 hours per month together to provide a positive role model support system. 162 total community based matches for the fiscal year. School-based program - bigs and littles meet 1 hour a week during the school year at the little's school site; they eat lunch together, play on the jungle gym, and work on homework together. 54 total school based matches for the fiscal year. Volunteers, "bigs", are adults of all ages, from all walks of life, who are positively affected by sharing everyday activities with their "littles. " they enjoy exploring new horizons and finding magic in the simplest moments. Volunteers are thoroughly screened, trained, and supported by the bbbs of swnm staff. The organization partners with parents/guardians, volunteers and others in the community and hold themselves accountable for each child in the program achieving: higher aspirations, greater confidence and better relationships. Children, "littles", range in age from 6 to 16 years of age. 95% are from single parent families; 95% are from low income households.
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