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‘Every Brother is a Superhero’
– Little Brother Jesus, YBBBS 2019 Match
The supportive, healthy relationships
formed between mentors and mentees
When children and teens have the 52% are both immediate and long-term
influence of a caring adult, they are and contribute to a host of benefits for
more likely to avoid risky behaviors Less likely mentors and mentees.
and to focus on academics. than peers to
skip school
55% Enhanced
More self-esteem
and
Enroll in self-confidence
College
46% Healthier
Less likely relationships
than peers and lifestyle
to start using choices
drugs
Today’s youth face a
variety of challenges,
and being matched with
a Big Brother or
Big Bros Dave and Big Sister can help them
Chuck took their Little navigate these
Brothers to a challenges and reach
Suns game! their potential.
Resources: youthmentor.org & youth.gov
