Become a Little...

Give a Child the Gift of Friendship

All children need caring, supportive adults in their lives in addition to a parent or guardian.

Having a Big is a great way for your child to spend time with an adult friend who can support him or her on the path to a bright, positive future.

A Big will help your child...

• build self-confidence
• improve social skills
• improve grades
• avoid delinquent behaviors

Who are Littles?

Littles are children ages 7-17 who will benefit from a friendly, caring, positive adult influence. They are often being raised by a single parent, a grandparent, or other relative. Or they may have a sibling with a special need or an ill family member who requires the extra time and energy of parents

 Littles are children whose lives are strengthened by having Bigs.

A Big and Little may enjoy activities such as:

• going to a ball game
• kicking a soccer ball around
• going to the zoo
• taking hikes in the park
• doing homework
• baking cookies

How can the Bigs & Littles program help a child to succeed?

Research confirms that successful one-to-one matches of one year or more have lasting positive effects on children.

Littles are…

• less likely to begin using alcohol and illegal drugs
• more likely to improve their academic performance
• less likely to skip school
• able to get along better with friends and family
• more likely to improve their self-confidence

 A Big will help your child develop into a well-rounded successful individual.

What is the commitment?

Bigs and Littles get together for a few hours at least twice a month for fun individual outings and group activities. Enrolling in the program requires a minimum commitment of one year.

Bigs are carefully screened and trained by Jewish Family Service. Our Bigs are at least 21 years old and are qualified through a screening process involving an application, reference checks, background checks, and interviews.

Connecting your child to a Big can make a difference for a lifetime.

For more information, contact Erin McNew at 766-3328 or emcnew@jfscinti.org or fill out the online contact form.