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SITE BASED MENTORING | HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS PROGRAM

145 Sycamore Lane, Islandia, NY 11749

Eligibility

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Hours

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516-918-2200
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631-000-0000
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631-273-1469
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Application process

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Fees

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Service area

Nassau, NY Suffolk County, NY
Our Site-Based Mentoring programs match volunteer mentors to children in need of a positive role model. Matches meet on-site in a supervised setting and are professionally supported by a program team member throughout the duration of the program. Matches meet regularly, where Bigs provide homework assistance friendship and model positive behavior.

Providing organization

HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS PROGRAM
Provides Hofstra University student volunteer mentors to students age 7 to 14 who are academically, socially or emotionally at risk. Training and supervision of mentors is provided by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island. Assistance with homework, opportunities to develop relationships with college students and participate in activities are integral parts of the program.