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BBBSMA matches Littles -- ages 8 to 16 years old -- with Bigs in a one-to-one, life-changing friendship.

BBBSMA serves the following counties: Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry, Paulding or Rockdale Counties.

Bigs and Littles hang out twice a month for a few hours doing everyday activities -- like going to see a movie, playing games, or just hanging out!

Each match is supported by a dedicated Match Support Specialist who is there to provide resources and support that suit the specific needs of your child. With a Big in their life, children and teens in the BBBSMA program are empowered to ignite their potential -- growing their self-esteem, applying focus to their schoolwork, and developing a lifelong friendship with their Big.

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Enrollment Update: Little Brothers

At this time, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta is temporarily pausing new applications for Little Brothers.

We currently have a significant number of boys in our pipeline and on our waiting list, and our focus is on matching and serving those families as quickly and thoughtfully as possible.

We are still accepting applications for Little Sisters.

If you are interested in enrolling a child, please check back soon for updates or contact our team with any questions.

Update regarding the Chattahoochee Valley Region

Thank you for your interest in Big Brothers Big Sisters. At this time, we are not accepting new applications for the Chattahoochee Valley Region until further notice, and we will not be moving forward with new applicants currently in our pipeline.

We understand this may be disappointing, and we truly appreciate your willingness to be part of our mission.  Please continue to visit our website for any updates that may be available.

ENROLL YOUR CHILD

Your child’s safety is important to us.

We focus on the quality and integrity of our volunteers by:

  • Completing a national criminal background check

  • Gathering information from at least three references

  • Verifying a valid driver's license and auto insurance

  • Completing an in-person interview

To be a Little, we ask that you commit to meeting with your Big at least two times per month for at least one year. 

  • be age 8 - 16 years old

  • plan to live at your address for at least one year

  • apply online to be matched

ENROLL YOUR CHILD

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Bigs are at least 18 years old and want to make a difference in the life of a child. These mentors are friends, role models, advocates and someone to stand with children as they realize their full potential.

  • Child safety, match consistency and positive outcomes are our top priority. The application process includes: application, confirmation of identity via social security number and drivers license, criminal history background check, driving record check, auto insurance verification, personal/family references, an extensive online interview, an in-home assessment, and ongoing volunteer training and support.

  • Child safety, match consistency and positive outcomes are our top priority. The application process includes: application, confirmation of identity via social security number and drivers license, criminal history background check, driving record check, auto insurance verification, personal/family references, an extensive online interview, an in-home assessment, and ongoing volunteer training and support.

  • Our team will learn more about both the Big and the Little at the interview and that will help us prepare for the matching process. Matches are made based on many factors. Our professional enrollment and matching team looks for Bigs that they think will be a good fit based on where they live, personality and interests, life experiences, academic and career interests, etc.

  • That’s when the fun begins! Matches meet 2 times a month and stay in touch in between. Bigs and Littles choose when they hang out together and what they do (with parent permission, of course). You and your child will have a dedicated professional staff member throughout your child’s Match that will monitor the Match and offer resources for you and your family.

  • We ask for a minimum commitment of one year.  Matches can remain active with BBBS until your child graduates from High School.

  • The BBBS program is free of charge to families and Bigs. We do ask that the parent/guardian provide some spending money for outings. 

  • We do everything in our power to make a Match that we think will last. However, we realize that sometimes things come up — Bigs or Littles move, situations change, or something doesn’t work out. We will attempt to mediate the situation, but if it doesn’t work out, we will end the Match. If this happens, your match support specialist will be there to support you every step of the way and handle it in the best way possible.

LET'S BEGIN

NOW ENROLLING LITTLE SISTERS

At this time, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta is temporarily pausing new applications for Little Brothers. We currently have a significant number of boys in our pipeline and on our waiting list, and our focus is on matching and serving those families as quickly and thoughtfully as possible. We are still accepting applications for Little Sisters. If you are interested in enrolling a child, please check back soon for updates or contact our team with any questions.

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