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Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBS) is one of the oldest one-on-one mentoring program to help America's youth reach their full potential. BBBS mentors children between aged 6 to 18. A "big" spends about four hours a month with his/her "little" doing all sorts of fun activities.

Contact BBBS

Address: 825 18th St., Charleston, IL 61920
Telephone: 217-348-8741
Website: http://www.bbbs.org/

BBBS's Wish List

  • Board games (young through middle school) - good if games are educational
  • Car models - snap together models for kids (none that require glue)
  • Craft supplies
  • Digital camera
  • Gift cards for Walmart or Staples

For more information about this wish list or Student Community Service, please contact our office at 217-581-6048 or volunteer@eiu.edu.