Volunteer to start something

Go big.

We’re always looking for people eager to positively impact a child and improve their community at the same time. And, right now is no different. Big Brothers are in high demand. So, Start Something.

For a few hours, a couple times a month, you can give a Little the invaluable gift of your friendship. By simply changing their perspective of what the world can offer, you can literally start changing their lives. And sometimes it’s as simple as playing video games, going to a museum, or just hanging out together.

Why do we need Big Brothers?
More than 65% of our children waiting for a Big are boys, but only 3 out of every 10 inquiries to volunteer come from men. Research shows that having the positive influence of a Big Brother makes a real difference in a boy's life. So join the hundreds of thousands of volunteers that give a young person someone to look up to. And learn why so many are now saying, “I get back so much more than I give.”

But don’t just take it from us. Check out some Real Life Stories of Bigs & Littles right here. And if you still have questions, head over to our Big Brother FAQs for more answers.

Volunteer Eligibility: To see full list of eligibility requirements please proceed to application.

• Must be 21+
• Must have valid IN driver's license and valid car insurance
• No citations for DUI (drug or alcohol), reckless driving or license suspension in the past 3 years 
• Must be free from alcohol/drug dependency for at least 3 years
• Must be willing to disclose medical/mental health history that might affect your ability to mentor a child

Ready to be a Big Brother? Just fill out our simple online application. After you complete it, a Big Brothers Big Sisters staff member will contact you within two business days and walk you through the following steps to complete your application. 

• provide references
• go through a background check including National Criminal, Sex Offender and Driving checks
• participate in an in-person interview
• Participate in one Mentor Training Session  

For more information about being a Big, please contact Laura Halt, Director, Volunteer Engagement & Training, at lhalt@bbbsci.org or 317-472-3730.