Big Sisters of RI

Big Sisters of Rhode Island is committed to positively impacting girls' lives. Our mission is to reduce each child's vulnerability and enable her to thrive emotionally, socially and academically; to help her grow into a strong confident young woman ready to reach her full potential.

Description:
Traditional program - Adult female mentors are matched with girls ages 7-15. Big Sisters are at least 19 years old and dedicate at least one year to a child.

School-Based Mentoring programs - High school junior and senior girls are paired with elementary or middle school girls in their local school system.

Life Choices program - Educational/support groups, led by Big Sisters' professional staff, for girls in middle school grades exploring issues such as peer pressure, friendship, values, decision-making skills, sexuality, drug and alcohol prevention, etc.

College Programs - Traditional one-to-one matches are tailored to the needs of college student Big Sister volunteers.

Contact people:

Karen Gager, Program Director, (401) 921-2434 ext. 104, (email) Deborah Saunders, Executive Director, (401) 921-2434 extension 103, (email)

Office fax number: (401) 921-0767

Address:

1540 Pontiac Avenue, Suite 1 Cranston, RI 02920 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.bigsistersri.org

Directions:

FROM PROVIDENCE/BOSTON: Take 95 South Take exit 14 to merge onto RI-37 W toward Cranston/RI-2 W Take exit 3 for Pontiac Avenue Turn left at Pontiac Avenue Big Sisters of Rhode Island is directly across the street from the John O. Pastore Center FROM. . . (more)   Nearest Bus Stop: at the site, 1 minute minute walk

Miscellaneous Information

Handicap accessible?
	Yes
Interests Served:
	Solutions for Children, Youth, Families, Building Adult & Neighborhood Independence
Does your agency accept court-appointed volunteers?
	No
What type of organization
	Nonprofit 501(c)(3)

Last updated on November 17, 2009