Big Brothers Big Sisters of Indian River County

Address

1846 18th Avenue
Vero Beach, FL 32960

(772) 770-6000

www.bbbsbigs.org

AKA:

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Indian River County

Description:

Community Based Mentoring -The program matches an approved adult volunteer with a child from a single parent home. The volunteer and child spend approximately 3 to 5 hours per week together. The Big Brother or Big Sister becomes a friend and role model to their "Little" Brother or Sister.


UMP Into Reading is a school based reading mentoring program. This program matches a kindergartner, first, second or third grader with a caring adult. The volunteer and child spend one hour a week together at school.

BBBS Reads provides a reading focused tutoring program in St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee Counties serving students K-3rd grade who are identified as below grade level by their teachers. Tutors serve three to five days a week, tutoring one-on-one with a minimum of 10 students each, using programs demonstrated as effective in teaching reading skills.

The Early Literacy Mentoring program serves Pre-K students at select childcare sites in Indian River and St. Lucie Counties. Tutoring sessions are focused on literacy and kindergarten readiness. Highly trained tutors spend an hour a week with the child, at the center, in 15-20 minute sessions per day. Monthly Family Literacy activities are provided.

Hours:

Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

May 23, 2024

Year Incorporated:

1985

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

1846 18th Avenue
Vero Beach, FL 32960

Mailing

1846 18th Ave
Vero Beach, FL 32960

Contacts

Debbie Hawley

Primary Contact

Chief Executive Officer

debbie.hawley@bbbsbigs.org

General Inquiry

(772) 466-8535

info@bbbsigs.org

https://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fbbbsbigs.org%2Fcontact-us%2F&t=Contact%20us

Phone Numbers

MAIN SITE PHONE

(772) 770-6000

Fax

(772) 828-2098

Subject Tutoring Phone

(772) 466-8535

Description

Community Based Mentoring -The program matches an approved adult volunteer with a child from a single parent home. The volunteer and child spend approximately 3 to 5 hours per week together. The Big Brother or Big Sister becomes a friend and role model to their "Little" Brother or Sister. JUMP Into Reading is a school based reading mentoring program. This program matches a kindergartner, first, second or third grader with a caring adult. The volunteer and child spend one hour a week together at school. BBBS Reads provides a reading focused tutoring program in St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee Counties serving students K-3rd grade who are identified as below grade level by their teachers. Tutors serve three to five days a week, tutoring one-on-one with a minimum of 10 students each, using programs demonstrated as effective in teaching reading skills. The Early Literacy Mentoring program serves Pre-K students at select childcare sites in Indian River and St. Lucie Counties. Tutoring sessions are focused on literacy and kindergarten readiness. Highly trained tutors spend an hour a week with the child, at the center, in 15-20 minute sessions per day. Monthly Family Literacy activities are provided.

Hours

Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm

Eligibility

Contact agency.

Fees

No fees charged.

Intake Procedure

Contact agency.

Languages

English, Spanish.

Service Area

Indian River County

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Florida
    • Indian River County

    Contact

    Name:
    General Inquiry
    Phone:
    772-466-8535
    Email:
    info@bbbsigs.org

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    772-828-2098
    Type:
    Fax
    Name:
    Fax
    Number:
    772-770-6000
    Type:
    Service Phone
    Name:
    MAIN SITE PHONE
    Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-1400.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    Provides a reading focused tutoring program in St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee Counties serving students K-3rd grade who are identified as below grade level by their teachers. BBBS Reads tutors serve three to five days a week, tutoring one on one with a minimum of 10 students each, using programs demonstrated as effective in teaching reading skills. The program is an AmeriCorps program funded through AmeriCorps, Children's Services Council of St. Lucie County, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee Counties. Student referrals are generally through teachers and Reading Coaches in the schools being served. Schools served are limited by available resources. The Early Literacy Mentoring program serves Pre-K students at select childcare sites in Indian River County. Children are referred by their teachers. Tutoring sessions are focused on literacy and kindergarten readiness. Highly trained tutors spend an hour a week with the child, at the center, in 15-20 minute sessions per day.

    Hours

    Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm

    Required Documents

    Call for specific information.

    Eligibility

    Call agency for eligibility.

    Fees

    No fees charged.

    Intake Procedure

    Contact agency.

    Languages

    English.

    Service Area

    Saint Lucie County, Indian River County, Okeechobee County

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Florida
      • Indian River County
        • Okeechobee County
          • Saint Lucie County

          Contact

          Name:
          General Inquiry
          Phone:
          772-466-8535
          Email:
          info@bbbsigs.org

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          772-828-2098
          Type:
          Fax
          Name:
          Fax
          Number:
          772-466-8535
          Type:
          Service Phone
          Name:
          Subject Tutoring Phone
          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (HL-8700.8000) and related services within the Service Tree.

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