Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Become a mentor and make a lasting difference in the life of a young person.
You don't need any special skills just your time, kindness, and willingness to connect. Whether you enjoy going for walks, fishing, kicking or throwing a ball around, arts and crafts, baking, or simply having a chat, there's a young person on our waiting list who would love to share those moments with you.
Mentoring is about building a positive, supportive relationship that helps a young person grow in confidence, feel valued, and know they have someone in their corner.
We currently have a waiting list of young people eager to be matched with a mentor. Could you be the person who changes a life - while enriching your own?
Get in touch today to find out how you can become a mentor and help create brighter futures. 💙
**Acceptance on the programme as a mentor:**
• BBBS accepts mentors from the age of 18 to 70 years of age.
• You must have a full and valid drivers license (if community based)
• You need a registered vehicle (if community based)
*Screening:*
• Volunteers are required to complete an application form and participate in an interview that lasts approximately an hour.
• Volunteers must provide three referees, and pass the police vetting process.
• Volunteers attend our new mentor training programme
• The decision to accept a volunteer into the programme will be based upon an Applicant Assessment form that summarises information gathered during the screening process.
BBBS has final approval for an applicant’s acceptance into the programme and are not obligated to provide a reason to volunteer applicants