Corporate Mentoring Program
What is Corporate Mentoring?
The Corporate Mentoring program through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Finney & Kearny Counties is a partnership between local businesses and the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization. Mentors are employees who spend time matched one to one with a child in their community in a school setting. Matches are supported by professional staff. Spending time at a local school makes it very convenient for people who would not otherwise have time to volunteer. This is an easy way for them to participate in the community as they can spend time during their lunch hour or break volunteering.
What is the time commitment?
One half hour- per child -per week for one school semester, or school year.
What are the benefits for local children?
A national study sponsored by the United Parcel Service and conducted by Public Private Ventures (an independent research firm) found that of children who were matched with mentors:
- 64% developed better attitudes about school
- 58% improved academically
- 64% had higher self-confidence
- 56% had improved peer relationships
Locally, mentors impact youth, too. Over the course of one semester:
- 100% had improved motivation
- 99% had higher self confidence
- 100% improved academically
- 99% improved peer relationships
Why should the company participate?
A survey of corporate CEO's by the Council on Foundations found that the reasons companies support non-profits are:
- Attracts/Keeps workers (62%)
- Good Public Relations (52%)
- Enhances image (49%)
- Helps sell products (39%)
- Contributes to company profits (13%)
What are the benefits for the company?
A survey of 2500 corporate executives by the Conference Board and the Points of Light Foundation found:
- More than 70% agreed corporate volunteer programs increase productivity
- More than 80% agreed these programs improved employee retention
- More than 80% agreed these programs improved employee morale
- More than 90% agreed these programs build teamwork skills
What are the benefits for partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters?
- The company's name is linked with a nationally recognized youth organization that has proven results!
- The company helps prevent delinquency, school dropouts, and other self -destructive behavior among children.
- Mentoring provides personal leadership opportunities for employees.