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Volunteer Now - What Happens?

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1. Inquiry information and Application- Click above to enter contact information for volunteering.  
 
2. Volunteer Orientation - Learn what we are all about! This session will help familiarize you with our program.  It includes an overview of the responsibilities and expectations of volunteers, children and parents. Training prepares you to be the best Big Brother or Big Sister you can be. There is also plenty of time for questions.
 
3. Background Screening - Big Brothers Big Sisters conducts a background screening on each volunteer. Don`t worry, we will process the necessary paperwork.  Please provide $25 to cover the costs of the screening.
 
4. Interviews - Tell us about you! Your Case Manager will meet with you to learn about your strengths, interests, and identify the type of child best-suited to your interests.  All information is confidential.
 
5. Your Case Manager will contact you when a potential child has been identified based on geographic location, personality and interests similar with you.  The process of finding a Little Brother or Sister for you may be very quick, or there may be a significant waiting period, depending on the criteria and the children currently on our waiting list.

Once we have found the perfect Little Brother or Sister for you, we will schedule an introduction. Prior to introductions, we get your pre-approval before contacting the parent and child. It`s a match! Your Case Manager will introduce you at the child's home. After a review of the ground rules, you and your "Little" go on a short first outing or a tour of the school.
 
6. Once you are matched with your Little Brother or Little Sister our Case Managers will provide you with ongoing support and guidance. We are here to ensure your success.
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