But ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been an increase in the number of applications from those looking for bigs.
FOX 5 NY's Jodi Goldberg takes a look at the push to find more "Big Brother" volunteers on Long Island.Sixty-six boys, some of whom have been waiting for more than a year, hope to be matched with their big brother as part of the Big Brothers Big Sisters"Our brothers are coming to us because they need the support, they need the mentorship, and they need the friendship.
A shortage of male volunteers for all Big Brothers Big Sisters chapters nationwide has made the wait for Quinton’s twin brother Jani even longer.According to the organization, risky behaviors are reduced by 88% when children are matched with a volunteer. Nassau Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder who was a big brother himself knows the lasting impact these relationships have. — Nassau Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder
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