Big Brothers Big Sisters of Christchurch

Help BBBS Christchurch match tamariki and rangatahi facing adversity with caring mentors who spark confidence, resilience and hope.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Christchurch creates life-changing mentoring relationships that help tamariki and rangatahi recognise their strengths, grow their confidence, and realise their full potential.

Many of the taiohi we support are navigating adversity and barriers shaped by circumstances beyond their control. Mentoring offers them a steady, positive relationship with a trusted Tuakana, someone who shows up, listens, encourages, celebrates the wins, and walks alongside them as they grow.

With the right support, young people can build resilience, strengthen their sense of self, feel more connected to their community, and begin to see new possibilities for their future.

Mentoring changes lives. It supports wellbeing, self-esteem, decision-making, positive relationships, and hope for what comes next.

Every dollar raised stays right here in Christchurch, helping us match more tamariki and rangatahi with safe, caring mentors.

With your help, we can ignite the power and potential of our young people, today and for years to come.

More about us

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Christchurch has been backing the potential of local young people for over 20 years.

We create and support life-changing mentoring relationships between tamariki and a trusted adult mentors. Through friendship, encouragement, and consistent connection, our mentors help young people grow confidence, build resilience, and see the strengths already within themselves.

Every match is carefully made and professionally supported by our local team, so each young person has someone safe, steady, and positive in their corner.