Hundreds of kids in Tucson are looking for adults to be their friends and mentors. The nonprofit Big Brothers Big Sisters program matches children with adults who have similar interests, such as sports, reading and the outdoors.
"Bigs" and their "Littles" also have the chance to go on outings with Big Brothers and Big Sisters. They go camping and to ballgames and other events.
Being a Big Brother or Big Sister doesn't require spending a lot of money. Volunteers see a child at least twice a month.
To get started, volunteers can call Big Brothers Big Sisters at 624-2447 or visit the Web site www.tucsonbigs.org, where they can fill out an application online.
Here's a child looking for a Big Brother:
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● Paul, who is 16, lives in Midtown and has been waiting for a Big Brother for more than seven months. He is into computers and enjoys listening to music.
Paul wants a Big Brother who will spend time with him and be a role model.
And here's a successful matchup:
● Big Sister Allison Bradford and Little Sister Sara like to go out to lunch, take in a movie and spend time at the zoo. They have been to the Fourth Avenue Street Fair and recently attended the Bollywood show at the Fox Theatre. Allison and Sara enjoy their time together — especially learning about each others' cultures, according to Elizabeth Campbell of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tucson.
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