Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Missouri aims to fuel young people's pursuit of a meaningful, stable and independent life through supportive mentoring relationships.

Our mentors develop intensive, long-term, trusting relationships with children who need it most. Each mentor works with ten youth to:

Set positive expectations. 

Nurture and promote individual strengths, talents and abilities. 

Ensure physical and emotional well-being. 

Teach life and academic skills.

Provide enrichment activities. 

Model responsible behavior. 

Build relationships with families, teachers, and others involved in each child’s life.

Manage multiple priorities to achieve timely goals.