Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto

MISSION

Together, we build thriving communities by empowering lives through mentorship

At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto (BBBST), we believe that one caring adult can change the trajectory of a young person’s life. For over 100 years, BBBST has been changing lives by connecting youth across Toronto with mentors who inspire, guide, and empower them to reach their full potential.

HOW WE MAKE AN IMPACT

*2024 BBBST Annual Report, page 7.

BBBST scored an 89% efficacy rate when measuring our intervention through the Impact Genome Registry.*

In 2024, BBBST mentors volunteered over 36,700 hours, mentoring 1,488 youth. With 89% efficacy, BBBST proves that Littles achieve a positive outcome of improved social emotional skills because of our programs. As a result, young people succeed in school, overcome adversity and resist danger, maintain good mental and physical health, exhibit leadership and delay gratification, help others and value diversity.

WHO WE SERVE

Our mentees reflect the diversity of Toronto in terms of interests, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic group, challenges and strengths.

To meet the needs of our mentees, our caring, consistent mentors dedicate a minimum of one year (1-2/week) to be a provider of knowledge, guidance and support to mentees so they can thrive.

Our Prioritized Communities

• Etobicoke, Rexdale & Jane-Finch, North York, Downtown, and Scarborough
• 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth, Indigenous Youth, Black Youth, and Youth in Care

Youth with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

• ACEs are potential traumatic events that occur in childhood (0-17 years of age)
• Linked to chronic health problems, mental illness, substance abuse problems, among other issues
• ACEs can have a negative impact on a mentee’s education, job opportunities, and reaching their full potential

For more informaiton, please visit out website at https://bbbstoronto.com/about-us/