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Starting something new in Christchurch

Big Brothers Big Sisters’ story began 8 years ago when we started our programme in the north west of Christchurch. From July 1, 2011, our story took a new turn… Since we began, all mentoring has started in the school setting. We worked closely with our schools to find the young people who will benefit [...]

Big Brothers Big Sisters News

January 2012 "Want your next role to make a real difference". We're looking for a part time administrator to join our team. For all information about the position, go to the bottom of the home page.

December 2011 "Vodafone Foundation Grants $25,000". The Vodafone Foundation has generously given us a grant to extend our Community Based mentoring programme for earthquake affected young people.

December 2011 "Emma Lindsay boxes for our young people". Emma Lindsay from FACE property management boxed in at Fight for Christchurch and raised $2000 for our charity. You're braver than most of us Emma!

July 2011 "UBS sponsors 40 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Christchurch people on a three day break to Auckland". UBS has offered an incredible opportunity to people from our agency: A 3 night trip to an hotel in Auckland, with all flights covered during RWC 2011 final week. Wow! Thanks so much, they're so excited.

July 2011 "Big Brothers Big Sisters of Christchurch's story takes a new turn". With long term planning, some natural disasters and some generous folk, a new direction emerges. Read the post below "Starting something new in Christchurch"

July 2011 "Canterbury Community Trust grant $40000". Thanks so much for such a great contribution and for partnering with us to give more children mentors.

June 2011 "Hilton Queenstown opens and supports mentoring in Christchurch". The international Hilton Foundation has generously donated £10,000 to support the mentoring of children affected by the Christchurch quakes