Volunteer as a Youth Mentor.
Santa Cruz children are waiting for you to become their "Big"

Our volunteers come from all ages and backgrounds. They simply want to make a difference and have fun at the same time. Your time, friendship, and good company can change a child's life...and yours too. Youth mentoring is your chance to become an encouraging friend and role model to a child who needs you in their life.

Your caring personality and commitment to helping others is the cornerstone of youth mentoring. There are dozens of kids in Santa Cruz County waiting for you to volunteer as their Big Brother or Big Sister. Most of our Littles come from single-parent families and they are between the ages of 7-14 years old. Experience has shown us that children matched with caring volunteer mentors develop an amazing sense of belonging and renewed self-confidence. They enjoy better communication skills in their personal life, and improved performance at home, at school, and in the community.

What does it take? Hang out for a few hours, talk, and share your life experience. Have fun, laugh, and be a kid again. Every match becomes as unique as the people in it. You will be amazed at the difference you can make in one person's life. LEARN MORE about how you can become a Big Brother or Big Sister today!

Mentor for a Brighter Future…

		The 17th Annual Event was a sailing success! “Day on the Monterey Bay Regatta,” was held on Sunday, August 17th, benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County.  Thank you to everyone who participated! We will post more details shortly, including Regatta results, prize winners, and fundraising totals. Each year, the Santa Cruz Yacht Club plays host to this exciting event and helps raise thousands of dollars for the children of our community. This year’s event included a reverse-start race with six divisions, a sumptuous barbecue from Armadillo Willy's, live music, two exciting raffles, and a silent auction.

Big Brothers Big Sisters has MOVED!

On June 12th, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County moved to a new office building. Our new address is 1500 41st Ave, Suite 250 in Capitola (just a few blocks from our old office). We are now in the tall yellow building of Santa Cruz County Bank -- behind the Big 5 retail store. You can still reach us at (831) 464-8691. Our doors are open, so please feel free to visit!

DONATE TODAY! Support future matches and help Big Brothers Big Sisters of Santa Cruz County continue to serve children in our community. You donation is tax deductible!