"My Big Brother is great to be around and brings out the best in me."

"My Big Sister is fun and understanding and someone to talk to."

"I'm so lucky to be a part of these kids' lives."
 

Mentoring matches get together 8-12 hours a month and talk on the phone often. It's up to each match to decide when to get together and what they want to do. Matches enjoy riding bikes, hiking, collecting seashells at the beach, baking cookies, running in marathons, playing video games, skateboarding, knitting and much more. Every match is supervised by a Match Support Specialist at our agency. Volunteers can count on the case managers for positive feedback, activity ideas, conflict resolution, brainstorming, and listening ears.

We accept volunteer applications and create matches year-round. Volunteers must be 18 or older to apply and pass a criminal background check.

We have matches from Trinidad to Rio Dell along the coast. Please call if you are elsewhere in Humboldt County.

	How to Enroll

1. Volunteer Application: Download a letter and application here.
2. Volunteer Interview and Training: A Match Support Specialist will contact you to arrange an interview once we receive your application. If you don't hear from us, call or e-mail our office.
3. Background Check: At the interview, a Match Support Specialist will explain how to complete the background check process. We may also arrange to visit your home to make sure it is safe for children.
4. References: We will contact the references you provided on your Big Application.
5. Matching Process: Matches are made based on location, common interests, personalities and preferences.