Childcare & Family

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine

Portland, Maine Youth Mentoring
Free, no cost

Youth mentoring program serving southern Maine, matching children with caring adult mentors through community-based and school-based programs.

Who can use this?

Children and youth who could benefit from a positive mentoring relationship. Contact the organization by phone or through their website to learn about enrollment. Both community-based and school-based mentoring options are available.

About this resource

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine provides one-to-one youth mentoring throughout the southern Maine region. The organization matches young people (Littles) with adult volunteer mentors (Bigs) to build strong, positive relationships. As of late 2025, the team is working remotely while transitioning to a new office space, but all programs continue to operate. The organization remains fully committed to supporting matches and expanding community reach.

Services offered

  • Community-based one-to-one mentoring
  • School-based mentoring
  • Professional match support
  • Youth development programming
  • Family engagement and support

What to expect

Call or visit somebigs.org to start the enrollment process. The organization is currently operating remotely, so phone and email are the best ways to connect. Staff will work with you and your child to find a compatible mentor match.

What to bring

Be prepared to discuss your child's interests and any preferences for a mentor. Parent or guardian participation is required in the enrollment process.

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