Your support inspires big action!
We know mentorship changes lives. Now, we have new Big Brothers Big Sisters research that shows that a caring mentor impacts a young person’s present and shapes their future for years to come. And the impact has a ripple effect on the economy and society.
Mentoring drives lasting impact!
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Higher College AttendanceBBBS Littles are 20% more likely to attend college compared to non-mentored peers.
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Improved BehaviorWithin 18 months, BBBS Littles reported lower absenteeism and fewer school suspensions.
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Increased EarningsBeing a BBBS Little reduces the socioeconomic gap by two-thirds.
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Healthier Social OutcomesBBBS Littles exhibit improved behaviors and stronger social bonds.
Every dollar invested in BBBS mentoring pays for itself within 7 years, creating sustained economic benefits.
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Mentoring pays big dividends!
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BBBS Mentoring Boosts Lifetime Earnings for LittlesAs adults, BBBS Littles earned incomes more similar to their Bigs than to their own families.
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BBBS Littles Get a Head Start on Earnings and Career GrowthBBBS Littles start their careers earning more than peers without mentors, making 15% more between ages 20 and 25.
Being a Little HAS BIG IMPACT
BBBS mentoring leads to important outcomes for youth in three key areas: Education, Emotional Well-Being and Risky Behaviors.
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To learn more about these findings, please find the report here.
