▲ (L-R) Mary Claire Fox, Pam Murray, Nikki Roberts, Mary Carr-Chaisson, Myron Yates, Heather Doran. Missing: Karen Pirch.
Students in high school and intermediate school who volunteer through the Teen Mentoring program meet with elementary school children weekly during the school year, and consequently build confidence and gain experience in relating to young people. From its offices in Charlottetown and Summerside, Big Brothers Big Sisters PEI screens and trains volunteers, matches them with children and youth who share similar interests, and then monitors and supports them to keep everyone involved comfortable and safe. Recognizing the value of its programs, the Island community gets behind BBBS with annual fundraising events. Two hundred and sixty teams of bowling aficionados, both skilled and novice, raised funds in the lead-up to 2019 Bowl for Kids Sake events in Charlottetown, North Rustico, Souris, Summerside and Tignish. The twenty- sixth Dream Cottage giveaway is currently underway at the Charlottetown Canadian Tire, with dozens of prizes awarded prior to the cottage draw in September.
Island businesses support these events in a big way, donating prizes that add to the appeal. Executive Director Myron Yates says, “You can’t say enough about the support provided by the business community in PEI.” Big Brothers Big Sisters of Prince Edward Island impacts hundreds of Island children, and could make even more matches with more volunteer Big Brothers, Big Sisters, Big Couples or In-School Mentors. For the rewarding experience of a lifetime, call them today at 1.877.411.3729, or email info@bbbspei.ca.
but between her studies and her hockey team, she felt unable to take on a weekly commitment year-round. After hearing about In-School Mentoring from a teammate, Donaldson gave it a try. Once a week during the school year, she shared an hour with a Little Sister, playing, doing crafts, or helping with schoolwork. She was pleased that her Little Sister looked forward to their weekly dates, and, like Goodwin and Brown, Donaldson found that the experience gave her new perspective on her own life.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Prince Edward Island
2 St Peters Rd, Charlottetown 902.569.5437
The Holman Centre, Suite LL55, Summerside 902.436.8122 www.pei.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
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