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| Last updated on October 3, 2008 |
Big Sisters of Rhode Island is committed to positively impacting girls' lives. Our mission is to reduce each child's vulnerability and enable her to thrive emotionally, socially and academically; to help her grow into a strong confident young woman ready to reach her full potential.
Description:
Traditional program - Adult female mentors are matched with girls ages 7-15. Big Sisters are at least 19 years old and dedicate at least one year to a child.
School-Based Mentoring programs - High school junior and senior girls are paired with elementary or middle school girls in their local school system.
Life Choices program - Educational/support groups, led by Big Sisters' professional staff, for girls in middle school grades exploring issues such as peer pressure, friendship, values, decision-making skills, sexuality, drug and alcohol prevention, etc.
College Programs - Traditional one-to-one matches are tailored to the needs of college student Big Sister volunteers.
Contact people:
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Karen Gager, Program Director, (401) 921-2434 ext. 104, (email)
Mary Capobianco, Executive Director, (401) 921-2434 , Ext. 103, (email) |
Office fax number: (401) 921-0767
Address:
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120 Lambert Lind Hwy, Suite G
Warwick, RI 02886
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Web Site: http://www.bigsistersri.org
Directions:
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From Providence/Boston: 95 South to Exit 12b. Bear right at the fork which is 295 North. Take Exit 2 (Warwick Mall). Take your first right at the lights. Go to the second set of lights and take a left on. . . (more)
Nearest Bus Stop: Warwick Mall, 5 minutes minute walk |
Miscellaneous Information
| Handicap accessible? |
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Yes
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| Interests Served: |
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Solutions for Children, Youth, Families, Building Adult & Neighborhood Independence
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| Does your agency accept court-appointed volunteers? |
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No
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| What type of organization |
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Nonprofit 501(c)(3)
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