Big Brothers Big Sisters — Local services in Houston

Have you ever felt betrayed by an organization with a good reputation. This is what this experience has been for me. I felt like I was in a good place in my life to volunteer my time to my community, and I love the idea of mentorship. I paid the fees and jump through the hoops to join them, and I was matched with an apathetic teenager who doesn't need a mentor because she has a kind and loving family. But, the school she is enrolled in requires every kid there to be part of BBBS, so most of the kids are like that. I brought up my concerns several times to the organization but was mostly blown off. I offered to match with a second kid that really may need mentoring and still keep this one, but then I was told that all the kids are like that because of this school situation. I'm heartbroken that I can't help a kid in need, and while I love teenagers, this program put both me and this kid in an awkward situation. I wasn't offered a different program or anything. I voiced my concerns for the fifth and final time and asked to be unmatched because of it. They wrote a polite email unmatching me but still never addressed the situation. So, writing this review is the only chance I have to warn other people, because they are obviously not going to address it. I've wasted my time, money and emotions. If you know of a different mentorship program with a different organization please...

My experience was unbelievable! The building was super clean and accessible to the point where I felt like I was at home. It is a place that I will recommend to everyone I know. There was never a dull moment. Board games by the boatload. The best experience I had going into...

Huge supporter of non-profits here!! Our catering company is moving to another location and we needed to rent out their facilities to continue to prep events through the move. We has Steven as our POC and he was very kind and...