WE CREATE CONNECTIONS THAT MATTER
It all starts with just One match. One Big, One Little, and One Friendship that will change both lives.

WE ARE DEFENDERS OF POTENTIAL

For more than 30 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County has been IGNITING, INSPIRING, and DEFENDING the potential of youth in our community. We believe that every child has the potential to succeed and thrive in life. At Big Brothers Big Sisters, we matcheach child ("Little") with a mentor ("Big"), and professionally support their relationship over time.
We are building a stronger community through our youth - will you join us?

OUR MISSION

To create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships
that IGNITE the power and promise of youth

MENTORS CHANGE LIVES… Here's How:

73%

Report Bigs Impacted
Decision to Attend College

78%

Less likely to
use illegal drugs

86%

Increase in
self-confidence

84%

get along better with
friends, teachers, and family

THERE'S WORK TO BE DONE IN MCHENRY COUNTY… Here's How You Can Help

  • Be a Big! Learn more about about our programs, requirements, and begin the process
  • Enroll a Child. Whether you are a Parent/Guardian looking for additional resources for your child or a school social worker looking to learn more about our programs, we can help answer your questions!
  • Donate. Fund our programs and help our Bigs impact lives!
  • Get Involved. Volunteer at our special events, attend a restaurant's fundraiser, or sign up for a shift at a local festival benefiting BBBS!
  • Sponsor. Get your company involved at any of our special events, organize an employee give-back event, or donate products/services for our organization!
  • Follow Us. Keep in touch by signing up for our email list, or follow us on social!

DEFENDERS OF POTENTIAL

Thank you to our donors who go above and beyond to support our agency! We couldn't do what we do without you!