Since early 1989, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Otero County has been creating magic in people's lives.  BBBS works to help boys and girls achieve their potential through a friendship with a positive adult.  A volunteer does not need any special skills to be a Big Brother or Big Sister. They only need to be interested in sharing and having fun with a child. Just by sharing experiences, celebrating accomplishments, and listening to a child's concerns, a Big Brother or Big Sister can help a child reach their potential.

	Who Our Littles Are

	The Difference We Make

You can make a difference in one child's life!  A recent study, conducted by a national research firm (Public/Private Ventures (PP/V,)) examined the impact of BBBS on youth and found that when compared to their peers, Little Brothers and Little Sisters who met with their Big Brothers or Sisters for at least one year were:

• 46% less likely to start using drugs;
  
• 27% less likely to start drinking;
  
• 33% less likely to act violently;
  
• 52% less likely to skip a day of school, and earned higher grades.

• Minority boys are 67% less likely to start using drugs; and
  
• Minority girls are 72% less likely to start using drugs.