Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating lasting, positive change in the lives of young people across Alachua, Citrus, Hernando, Hillsborough, Marion, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sumter counties. Through professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships, the organization matches youth “Littles” with caring adult mentors “Bigs” who provide encouragement, guidance, and opportunities to help them build confidence, achieve educational success, and prepare them for brighter futures. Learn more, become a mentor, or support the mission at bbbstampabay.org.

We offer various programs to meet the diverse needs of our community:

Community-Based Mentoring

Build a meaningful one-to-one relationship while exploring all that your community has to offer. Bigs and Littles spend quality time together participating in fun, low-cost activities such as visiting parks, attending community events, trying new hobbies, or simply sharing conversations over a favorite treat. These experiences help create lasting memories, strengthen connections, and give young people the confidence and support they need to thrive.

Site-Based Mentoring

Make a difference right where students learn and grow. Bigs meet with their Littles for one hour each week at a nearby partner school during the school day. Through games, conversations, and educational activities, mentors provide encouragement, friendship, and a consistent presence that helps youth build confidence, improve social skills, and feel supported both inside and outside the classroom. Site- Based Mentoring offers a flexible and rewarding way to create a lasting impact in a child’s life.