Building connection, inspiring potential

Fond Du Lac, WI

Big Brothers-big Sisters of Fond Du Lac County Inc

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Every child deserves a caring mentor to help them grow, belong, and reach their full potential. In Fond du Lac County, that belief takes the shape of one-to-one relationships between local youth and the volunteers who show up for them.

Our mission

One caring adult can change a child's path.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Fond du Lac County creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships between caring volunteers and local youth. By partnering with families, volunteers, and community members, the organization helps young people reach higher aspirations, build greater confidence, form healthier relationships, avoid risky behaviors, and succeed in school.

One-to-one mentoring

Each match pairs a child with a caring volunteer who shows up consistently in the child's life.

Families as partners

Families, volunteers, and community members work together so every match has the support it needs to last.

Brighter futures for youth

Mentoring helps youth reach higher aspirations, gain confidence, and find educational success.

A stronger community

Every child who grows, belongs, and reaches their potential helps build a stronger community for all.

At a glance

Established: 1967
Team: 9 employees
Volunteers: 260
Annual revenue: $500,000
Service area: Fond du Lac & northern Dodge County

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Ways to get involved

From a few hours to a lasting friendship.

Becoming a mentor can fit around your life. Whether you can commit a few hours a month or just one afternoon, there is a flexible way to make a difference for a child in Fond du Lac County.

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Become a Big
Mentor a child as a Big Brother, Sister, Couple, or Family in the community, at school, or at the office for 4-6 hours monthly.
02
Host a Big for a Day
Bring your business, organization, or service club together to spend a few hours with children on the waiting list.
03
Sponsor an event
Support fundraisers like Bowl for Kids' Sake, The BIG Event, and the Halloweenie Street Party as a sponsor or participant.
04
Give to the mission
Make a general donation to help enroll children, match them with caring mentors, and provide ongoing support.
05
Back the capital campaign
Support the Building Connection, Inspiring Potential capital campaign to offset the new building and expand mentoring services.

Big for a Day

Time with a caring adult is the whole point.

For children on the waiting list, a single afternoon spent alongside caring mentors can be the start of feeling seen. Every match, every Big for a Day, and every event makes that connection possible.

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Community region: Fond du Lac County and northern Dodge County
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Serves: Fond du Lac County
Data provenance: Organization identity comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File.

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