The
longer a mentoring match stays together, the more powerful the impact that
relationship has on the child. The two
primary ways Big Brothers Big Sisters measures the length of a match is the 12
month retention rate and the average match length. Both of these measures have a direct
correlation to outcomes of our “Littles” and to the quality of case management
provided by staff.
·
In
2012, the 12 month retention rate (percentage of matches that stayed together
for more than 12 months) was 72.9%, up from 50.4% in 2011 and higher than the
National average of 54.6%
·
Also
in 2012, the average match length (average match of closed matches) was 26.7
months, up from 19.9 months in 2011 and higher than the National average of
20.6 months
Big
Brothers Big Sisters is a small agency but works effectively and efficiently on
a limited budget. We find creative ways
to enhance the program and services without impacting financial resources.
·
Strong
collaboration and partnerships with other entities is key for Big Brothers Big
Sisters. The program operates without a
lot of unnecessary expenditures and funding is funneled directly into the
mission. Donors can rest assured that
their gifts will go into programming and truly impact a child’s life
·
Being
creative and multitasking is not only preferred, but an essential skill of the
staff. All staff serve in multiple roles
and functions to execute marketing initiatives, special events, and programming
,providing more ownership in the agency’s success
Big Brothers Big Sisters has strengthened service delivery through continual improvement of policies and procedures requiring staff to work smarter and more effectively. This has led to longer, stronger mentoring relationships and greater youth outcomes.
We invite you to follow along with us through this journey as
we celebrate our 50th anniversary and continue to change how
children grow in our community!
To learn more about how you can become involved please visit www.iowabigs.org
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