Volunteer Application

Thank you for your interest in becoming a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City. Before continuing on to our online application, please read about our commitment and application process below.

Basic Commitment

-minimum of one year matched with a Little
-weekend availability
-two outings a month for four hours each

Application Checklist

Submit online application
Attend information session
Attend interview

Once these steps are complete by the volunteer, our team will fully review all components of the application (including references and background check) and extend offers to those who are a good fit.
The application and screening process usually takes 2-3 months to complete. If accepted, new Bigs will join our group of future Bigs until an appropriate Little is found.

First Name *This question is required.

Middle Name

Last Name *This question is required.

Suffix

Date of Birth *This question is required. You must be 21 years or older to volunteer with BBBSNYC. This question requires a valid date format of MM/DD/YYYY.

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Preferred Email *This question is required. This question requires a valid email address.

Home Address

Street Address *This question is required.

Apartment Number

City *This question is required.

Residential Zip Code *This question is required. This question requires a valid number format.

Preferred Telephone

Phone Number *This question is required.

Work Telephone Number

Which of the following subway lines are close to your residence?

Race *This question is required.

Language FluencyPlease identify which language(s) you are comfortable speaking.

Cantonese
Mandarin
Korean
Spanish

Religious Background

Are you a military veteran?

Other Level of Education

What is the name of the company you work for?

Which of the 5 boroughs are you able to volunteer in? *This question is required.Check all that apply.

Bronx (Greatest Need)
Brooklyn (Greatest Need)
Queens (Greatest Need)
Staten Island
Manhattan
Mentoring college-aged students in a virtual setting

I heard about Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC...

Briefly describe your motivation for applying to become a Big: *This question is required.

As part of your background check, BBBS of NYC will reach out to 4 references. A reference should be provided meeting the following criteria (Professional, Friend, Family Member, Significant Other) where applicable. References will have the opportunity to submit their responses via email or phone. Please provide name and contact information below.

Professional ReferencePlease provide a reference from within the past year of employment.

Full Name *This question is required.

Email Address *This question is required. This question requires a valid email address.

Telephone Number

Friend Reference

Full Name *This question is required.

Email Address *This question is required. This question requires a valid email address.

Telephone Number

Family Reference

Full Name *This question is required.

Email Address *This question is required. This question requires a valid email address.

Telephone Number

Significant Other (required only if married, living together, or dating for over one year)

Full Name

Email Address This question requires a valid email address.

Telephone Number

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