Youth in Big Brothers Big Sisters Programs Show Improvements in Academic, Behavioral and Socio-Emotional Outcomes.
New data from Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, developed in partnership with leading researchers, substantiate that our national mentoring program has positive academic, socio-emotional and behavioral outcomes for youth who face adversity.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County Celebrates National Mentoring Month, celebrating volunteers and donors who are investing in our future through mentoring. Studies have shown a more than 250 percent return on a $1 investment in mentoring and myriad quality of life benefits to the mentor.

"Making a difference through mentoring." Read this thought-provoking editoral printed in the Union Tribune on Sunday, December 11.

Beginning this week, participating Jack in the Box restaurants are selling a limited-edition ornament, featuring a Jack-style head sporting a green and white knit holiday cap and pointy elf ears, for just $1, plus tax, with proceeds going to Big Brothers Big Sisters.