Big Brothers Big Sisters creates and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. There are two basic programs: - Community-Based Mentoring: The traditional Big Brothers Big Sisters relationship, focusing on one-on-one time spent with the volunteer and the young person doing things they enjoy, spending a few hours a several times a month filled with shared interests and activities. - School-Based Mentoring: Volunteers offer children individualized time and attention on a consistent basis, with the venue being the child's school rather than the community. Teachers identify those children who can most benefit from an extra caring adult in their lives. Volunteers and children meet regularly during the school year - typically each week, utilizing the resources available within the school.