School-Based Programs
Many of our Bigs and Littles connect each week in school-based programs, either at lunch or at a time that works for the volunteer's and student's schedule.
Lunch Buddies
Bigs and Littles meet once a week in school to talk and have fun. It’s not about being a tutor. It’s about being a friend. Lunch Buddies commit to hanging out with their Little one day a week during the child’s lunch time. For as a little as 30 minutes a week, you can truly make an impact on a child’s life.
Lunch Buddy programs currently take place at the following schools:
McMahon Elementary School
75 Kane Road, Holyoke
Pottenger Elementary School
1435 Carew Street, Springfield
Rebecca M. Johnson School
55 Catherine Street, Springfield
Mentor Springfield
A collaboration with Springfield School Volunteers, Mentor Springfield middle school students meet with their mentors once a week for an hour. It's still all about having fun and having a friend, while supporting students working on academic and career goals.
Mentor Springfield programs currently take place at the following schools: