Community-based mentoring gives matches the opportunity to spend time enjoying activities together in their communities. Whether this is going for a bike ride or spending time at the beach, mentoring can take place at a time that suits both the Big and the Little. An hour a week is all it takes to make a difference in the life of a child.



School-based mentoring takes place in three local schools in North Canterbury. Typically at the same time each week, matches are able to utilise all the school resources to bake a cake, play a board game or shoot some hoops. This suits mentors who have time available during the day or those who have workplaces that support our youth mentoring programme.

The Big Brothers Big Sisters team work together to ensure our Mentors and Mentees feel supported and enjoy their mentoring journey.

We pride ourselves in our experience in making great matches that are long lasting and that significantly impact young lives.

Our governance board is here to support the team on the ground.

They volunteer their time and skills to ensure the programme meets national standards and regulations.