“Who is the person who brought a little ‘magic’ into your life, growing up?”

Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Windham County, a program of Youth Services, is dedicated to matching adult volunteers with children in a one-on-one mentoring relationship. A Big Brother/Big Sister is essentially a caring friend and companion to a child; someone a child can hang out with, get to know, and have fun with.

Being a Big Brother or Big Sister is simple and rewarding. It is as easy as showing your new Little Brother or Little Sister how to play a favorite computer game, bake an apple pie or read the funnies together. We’ve learned that being someone special to a child doesn’t take much more than that. But the impact is huge—for both of you!

Being a Big will touch your heart. Here are some wonderful stories that will give you a glimpse of what it means to become a mentor. Real-Life Stories of Bigs & Littles.

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"Did you know BBBS is finding mentors to support 23 young mothers? Here is a moving story of one young mother’s euphoric day spent with her mentor and horses."

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When they first met Breauna (Little) hated being outdoors! After exciting adventures with her Big, Lindsay, Breauna has grown to love spending quality time enjoying the outdoor opportunities Vermont has to offer. Through these adventures, Breauna's grades have improved. She approaches difficult situations in a different way. Her communication skills have improved, and she is making many friends at school.

Here is a slideshow of their adventures.

Lindsay & Breauna Slideshow

Last year 72 highschool students formed meaningful friendships at local elementary schools afterschool. Trevor & Jesse not only have the best snowball fights they also pick each other up when they are down.