mentoring Programs

At  Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawai'i, we build and support one-to-one mentoring relationships to ignite the biggest possible futures for Hawaii’s keiki. In 2021, our organization responded to over 420 inquiries, conducted more than 310 interviews, and matched 208 at-risk youth in one-to-one friendships with mentors. On top of that, our staff supported these youth, parental guardians, and mentors with more than 2,400 meetings via phone, email, text, and in-person. We provided ideas for acitvities, counseling when troubles arose, coaching for mentors, training for parents, and we connected families to food, personal hygene products, and a host of other social services. Our staff went above and beyond for those who have been dispraportionally affected by the ongoing fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic.  

​Each year we create and support more than 1,500 life-changing friendships for youth and volunteers through one-to-one mentoring programs. Our goal? To create a brighter future for keiki on Kaua'i, Maui, and O'ahu, one friendship at a time. Today's youth face a variety of challenges, and being matched with a Big Brother or Big Sister can help them navigate life's obstacles and reach their fullest potential. Whether you are interested in becoming a Mentor, enrolling a Youth, or just want to learn more about mentoring, we invite you to check out our programs below. 
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programs

Choose from three different mentoring programs.  See below to pick which one is right for you!

impact

Our programs have a life-changing effect on both Mentors AND Youths. Read about our real life success stories. 

results

Mentors make a short-term AND long-term impact. ​And we have the data to prove it. 

community-based mentoring Program
(O‘ahu, maui and Kaua‘i)

Adults and children are matched in a one-to-one mentoring friendship based on personalities, interests, hobbies, and geographic locations. ​Matches hang out at least twice a month and do activities they both enjoy, like going to the beach, watching movies, or sharing a meal. Bigs and Littles form meaningful memories while having fun!
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school-based mentoring Program
(o‘ahu only)

DUE TO COVID-19, OUR SCHOOL-BASED PROGRAMS ARE CURRENTLY ON HOLD FOR THE CURRENT SCHOOL YEAR.

MAUI MENTOR CENTER
​(Maui Only)

The Maui Mentor Center offers an after school program three days per week (Mentor Mondays & Tutor Tuesdays/Thursdays) that serves children who live in the Hale Makana community. Any child between 3rd – 8th grade is welcome to apply. Our goal is to provide a safe and welcoming environment that helps the students to achieve their goals and reach their highest potential.