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Self Paced Volunteer Orientation:

 

Volunteering at Big Brothers Big Sisters is fun and has a positive impact on a child’s life. Simply getting together to talk, laugh, and hang out on a consistent basis creates trust and builds a child’s self-esteem.

Please read through the following eligibility and commitment requirements to determine if you and our program are a good fit.

Volunteer Eligibility:

  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Reside within and be willing to drive to your Little within our service area (Portland metro area, including Vancouver, WA, Hillsboro and Gresham) 
  • Be willing and able to make at least a one-year commitment to the program.
  • Be willing to provide social security number and complete a fingerprint background check.
  • Be willing and able to meet with your Mentee two to four times per month.
  • If you intend to drive your Little, you must possess at least the minimum limits of auto liability insurance (Car not required in any program).
  • Have a safe driving record (no DUIs within the past five years; no more than two moving violations in the past year).
  • Never been convicted of a felony.
  • Must demonstrate current appropriate alcohol and drug use. 

 

  • Build a friendship
  • 2 to 4 times per month
  • Commit for one year

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