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1416 Howard Street, Omaha, NE 68102
Provides screened and trained volunteer mentors to high school youth enrolled in an academic enrichment class intended to keep students on track for graduation and success. The objective is to help high school students develop personal, academic, and career skills.
2319 East War Memorial Drive, Peoria, IL 61614
Provides a youth mentoring program for youth, ages 12-17, workshops and activities to explore career opportunities, and job search assistance through Goodwill’s Employment Services Program.
1020 South Matthew Street, Peoria, IL 61605
Serves children ages 5-14 by matching them with a caring, positive adult role model. The child and mentor meet in the community and spend time doing different activities they both enjoy and/or interact on any video conferencing platform that is not observable by BBBS. The participants commit to meeting for a minimum of 4 hours in 2-4 outings per month for a minimum of 12 months.
Can also work with the various school districts within the 5 county service area if there are children in the district that would like a Big Brother or Sister.
501 West Boyton Street, Marion, IL 62959
Offers educational, social, cultural, and recreational opportunities for families including mentoring, community meal, and summer food program.
110 Walnut Court, Jacksonville, IL 62650
Matches youth ages 5-12 with caring, positive, committed, adult role models. The youth (Little) and mentor (Big) meet in the community 2-4 times per month for a minimum of 4 hours and spend time exploring activities they already enjoy and trying some new ones.
3150 East Avenue NW, Suite 103, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
A school based mentoring program for elementary age students. Volunteers meet with a child over their lunch hour at least twice a month for one year. During the visit, matches have time to eat and talk, work on homework or play games together.
201 Canterbury Lane, Suite C, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
Provides mentoring for youth in a one-on-one setting most days throughout the year. The purpose of “one-to-ones” is for the teen to develop a positive relationship with an adult who genuinely cares about him or her and who can provide personal support in dealing with life’s pressures.
Surveys show that youth who experienced stronger levels of developmental relationships with mentors also had 26% higher social and emotional competence scores.
21407 Nebraska Crossing Drive, Suite J-103, Gretna, NE 68028
School-based mentoring program pairs adult volunteers one-to-one with students.
11607 M Circle, Omaha, NE 68137
Mentoring program includes skills mastery, character building, and fun, plus individualized attention from trained adults who serve as role models.
130 East 9th Street, Fremont, NE 68025
Early childhood program.
Teammates program (Tom Osborne Program) provides mentoring.
Newcomers program assists adjustment of non-English proficient students.
Special education.
1515 West 8th Street, Hastings, NE 68901
2130 Grand Avenue, Clive, IA 50325
SCHOOL BASED MENTORING offers adult volunteers the opportunity to meet with a child in their school for one hour a week during the school year. During that hour, the match spends time working on the child’s schoolwork, talking, and quite simply, building a friendship. Children are referred to this program by school personnel with parental approval.
SCHOOL BASED PLUS MENTORING is an extension of our School Based Mentoring. After three months in School Based Mentoring can join this program. School Based Plus allows Bigs and Littles the opportunity to meet once a month outside the school setting. They are able to enjoy activities such as picinic at the park, going to sporting events, the movies, or any other activities they might enjoy together.
COMMUNITY BASED MENTORING allows individuals who are 18 or older to visit with a child twice a month for a minimum of 4 hours. Bigs spend time with their Littles participating in activities throughout the community. Whether its going to the zoo, playing catch, or just taking a walk, its a great chance to form a bond. The possibilities are endless for the growth of a new friendship. Community Based Mentoring also allows for Big Duo (two friends, co-workers, a husband and wife, etc.) or a Family Matches. Children are referred to this program by their parent or guardian.
1693 County Road 17, Fremont, NE 68025
Mentoring program includes skills mastery, character building, and fun, plus individualized attention from trained adults who serve as role models.
5006 Sergeant Road, Sioux City, IA 51106
Mentoring program opportunities for children ages 6 years old to 13 years old. Mentors need to be at least 18 years old to volunteer.
3150 East Avenue NW, Suite 103, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
Works to match an adult with a child to share fun activities they both enjoy. Community Based matches are asked to spend 4 hours a month together for at least 1 calendar year.
1620 Pleasant Street, Suite 210, Des Moines, IA 50305
Offers a national civil rights advocacy group with branches in Iowa and Nebraska, providing mentorship programs that offer companionship, guidance, and role models for individuals who are disadvantaged due to age, income, physical or developmental disabilities, or family environment.
2040 53rd Street, Moline, IL 61265
Mentoring program for fifth and sixth-graders, emphasizing character development, social responsibility, and setting goals for the future. Participants are recommended by school counselors, and students are transported from their schools to the Y and various sites in the community.
611 Southgate Avenue, Iowa City, IA 52240
Provides practical education, mentorship, and a community focused on accountability and excellence for underrepresented entrepreneurs. Offers support through real relationships and a focus on learning and growth. Builds collaboration and long-term plans to create lasting economic success.
202 East Eldorado Street, Decatur, IL 62523
-- Advocacy Program: Intensive one-on-one services that include mentoring, role modeling, and social skills building.
-- Norman Housing Services: This program provides services to DCFS clients who lack adequate housing.
928 South Spring Street, Springfield, IL 62704
Matches youth ages 5-12 with caring, positive, committed, adult role models. The youth (Little) and mentor (Big) meet in the community 2-4 times per month for a minimum of 4 hours and spend time exploring activities they already enjoy and trying some new ones.
240 Warren Avenue, Kankakee, IL 60901
Offers to facilitate contacts between community seniors and children in order to help create necessary social relationships and support systems for those in need.
700 College Drive, Decorah, IA 52101
The PALS program pairs Luther College students with area elementary and middle-school students to provide one-on-one relationships between the student volunteers and children ages 5 to 15 who would like or need companionship. Children with special needs are matched first (i.e. disabilities, single parent households). The volunteers meet with their child at least once each month and a group recreational activity is scheduled monthly.
14100 Crawford Street, Boys Town, NE 68010
Long term residential placement for youth 10-18 years of age. Outpatient substance abuse treatment and therapy services available for youth placed in the long-term residential program.
Behavioral health services for youth 5-18 years of age depending on the program or service.
Volunteer mentoring program for 3rd through 12th grade in math or reading skills.
Family preservation services in Iowa and Nebraska.
Educational programs for professionals working with youth.
712 South River Street, Suite H, Aurora, IL 60505
Community-based non-profit organization committed to serving at-risk youth of all ethnic groups, to provide underprivileged youth with strategies, tools and coping mechanisms to raise self-esteem, confidence and self-worth, so they can make better choices, understand the value of education, and be contributing members of society.
Offers:
- Rites of Passage: Leadership development for youth ages 7 to 18.
- Job Readiness: Preparing youth ages 14 to 21 for jobs in retail, customer service, and manufacturing industries.
- Skills and Drills Basketball: Sportsmanship and teamwork to encourage positive social and academic engagement, for youth ages 7 to 15.
- Mentoring (In-school and Afterschool): To be the positive role model, mentor, and father figure to at-risk youth ages 7 to 18 to help them build confidence, raise self-esteem, and reach their full potential at school and in life.
- FIRE Intervention Program: Interventions for students with low academic performance, especially for students who have been suspended, arrested, defiant, and totally disconnected from the education process.
710 9th Street, Des Moines, IA 50392
Offers a six-month immersive experience in computer science and critical thinking, led by industry professionals from partners like John Deere and Principal Financial. Students build a strong foundation in Python through hands-on coding and classroom instruction, collaborate with peers, and explore a wide range of careers in technology. Upon completion, students may earn 3 college credits.