Big Brothers Big Sisters seeks mentors, volunteers
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PORTAGE LA PRAIRIE — As Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Plains gears up for a new year of mentorship, the organization is inviting the community to learn more about its impact and opportunities to get involved.
The local chapter will host a come-and-go open house on Sept. 18 from 2 to 6 p.m. at its office at 15 Tupper Street South. The event, held during national Big Brothers Big Sisters Month, is a chance for potential volunteers, families and donors to connect with staff and see what the organization has planned for the year.
“If anyone has questions about it or they’re kind of curious, we would love them to stop by,” said Dawn Froese, executive director of BBBS of Central Plains. “We’d also encourage people who’ve been involved with us before or who are donors to come for a visit.”
With after-school and in-school mentoring programs restarting the third week of September, the need for dedicated volunteers is ongoing. These programs require a commitment of just one hour a week during the school year.
Froese said the open house is the perfect, no-pressure environment to explore various roles, from becoming a mentor or board member to helping with fundraising events.
“Coming and having a conversation does not commit you,” she stressed. “If you hear what we’re saying and you think, ‘Oh, this isn’t quite for me,’ that’s fine. But have that conversation, that way you know for sure.”
One of the major events needing support is the second annual “Winter Wonderland” fundraiser in November, where volunteers are needed to decorate, run activities, and even play Santa Claus.
The open house will feature refreshments provided by the Portage Community Revitalization Corporation (PCRC) and provide a platform for staff to share stories of impact and thank the community for its continued support.
To find out more information you can check out centralplains.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
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