Big Friend Little Friend of the Mitchell Area

10/30/2026

Maybe you've thought about becoming a Big Friend, but you're wondering…

💭 Do I have enough time?
💭 What does being a mentor actually look like?
💭 Would school-based or community-based mentoring be a better fit for me?

You don't have to have all the answers to start the conversation. We'd love to answer your questions, share more about our programs, and help you explore how mentoring could fit into your life. No pressure. No commitment to apply. Just a conversation about making a difference.

🌟 Sometimes, the first step toward changing a child's life is simply asking a question.

👉 Let's connect: https://www.bigfriendlittlefriendmitchell.org/contact

10/30/2026

🌟🌟 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 🌟🌟

Things got a little MONSTER-ous during our latest School-Based craft project! Our Little Friends used the supplies provided to create their very own monsters, and we had some pretty creative (and fun!) results! 👀💚

Congratulations to our monster-making winners! 🏆

A big thank-you to everyone who participated and showed off their creativity. We love finding fun ways to bring a little extra joy to our mentoring friendships! 💚

10/29/2026

🏀💚 Great things happen when our community teams up for kids!

Thank you to Owen Raml and Mitchell Kernel Boys' Basketball for supporting Big Friend Little Friend of the Mitchell Area through Owen’s Youth Basketball Camp!

For his senior project, Owen is giving young athletes an opportunity to build skills, confidence, and teamwork—and choosing to give back by donating all contributions to BFLF. Support like this helps us continue connecting children with caring mentors who offer friendship, encouragement, and hope.

📅 Saturday, November 21
🕙 9 AM–10 AM Grades K-2
🕙 10:30 AM - Noon Grades 3-6
📍 Mitchell High School Gym
🏀 Boys & girls in grades K–6

The camp is FREE! Optional donations will benefit Big Friend Little Friend.

👉 Register through the Google form in the original post’s comments.

Thank you, Owen, for showing that leadership means using your gifts to lift others up. Every kid needs a champion—and we’re grateful for ours!

🚨FREE BASKETBALL CAMP!! 🚨

Hoopers! Come get in the gym with Owen Raml! Owen will be hosting this basketball camp to fulfill his senior project requirements. The camp is free to attend but if you are inclined there will be a donation box and Owen chose Big Friend Little Friend as the recipient of any donations he may receive. Fill out the google form in the comments and lock in your spot!

10/29/2026

FROM BIG FRIEND TO BRIDESMAID… A FRIENDSHIP THAT LASTS A LIFETIME 💍

When Alicia was matched with her Big Friend, Patti, neither knew just how meaningful their friendship would become. Even after Alicia graduated from high school and moved away, they stayed connected through phone calls and visits. Years later, Alicia called Patti with some exciting news… She was getting married and wanted Patti to be a BRIDESMAID! What started as a mentoring relationship became a lifelong friendship. That's the POWER of mentorship. Some mentoring relationships don't end when the program does. The encouragement, trust, and friendship can last a LIFETIME.

🌟 Could YOU be the friend a child remembers forever? Help us and give more children the opportunity to experience meaningful friendships.

👉 Learn more: https://www.bigfriendlittlefriendmitchell.org/

10/29/2026

MITCHELL, CAN WE ? 🙌

Imagine a community where children aren't waiting for mentors… because caring adults are already waiting to be matched with THEM. That's our BIG vision at Big Friend Little Friend. We believe every child deserves a champion. Someone who shows up, listens, encourages, and reminds them they matter. And together, the Mitchell community can make that vision a reality. 🌟

Here's how YOU can help:
📣 SHARE this post with your friends and family.
📣 INVITE someone you know to explore mentoring.
📣 BECOME a Big Friend and make a lasting difference!

It takes a community to , and YOU are part of that community!

👉 Learn more: https://www.bigfriendlittlefriendmitchell.org/

10/28/2026

Sometimes, the smallest moments tell the BIGGEST stories! One day, Maggie's teacher told her, "Your Big Friend is here. You can go meet her in the office." Without hesitation, Maggie quickly corrected her teacher. "That's not just my Big Friend. That's my BEST FRIEND." In that one simple sentence, Maggie captured the heart of what mentoring is all about. It's more than spending time together. It's about building TRUST, creating meaningful connections, and reminding a child that someone genuinely cares about them. That's the POWER of mentorship.

We believe every child deserves a caring adult who shows up, listens, encourages, and becomes a trusted friend. One friendship can make a lifelong difference. Could YOU help another friendship begin?

👉 SIGN UP NOW

🏫 School-Based Mentoring:
https://www.bigfriendlittlefriendmitchell.org/school-based

🤝 Community-Based Mentoring:
https://www.bigfriendlittlefriendmitchell.org/community-based

10/28/2026

HOW DOES BIG FRIEND LITTLE FRIEND FIND THE RIGHT MATCH? 🤝

One of the questions we often hear is, "How do you know which child I'll be matched with?" Great question! We believe meaningful friendships begin with thoughtful connections. That's why we take time to get to know BOTH our mentors and Little Friends before making a match.

Here's what we consider:
✨ Shared Interests — Hobbies, activities, and things you both enjoy
✨ Personality & Background — Finding connections that help build trust and friendship
✨ Skills & Strengths — Discovering what makes YOU unique and how you can encourage a child
✨ Preferences & Compatibility — Creating thoughtful matches where friendships have room to grow

We also provide screening, training, and ongoing support to help mentors feel confident and prepared throughout their mentoring journey. You don't have to be perfect. You just have to be PRESENT. And remember, exploring mentorship doesn't mean you're committing today. Let's start with a conversation. We'd love to answer your questions and help you discover if becoming a Big Friend is right for you.

👉 Get started today: https://www.bigfriendlittlefriendmitchell.org/

10/28/2026

WHO WAS THE ADULT WHO BELIEVED IN YOU? 🌟

Take a moment and think back… Was it a coach who pushed you to keep going? 🏀 A teacher who saw potential you didn't see in yourself? 📚 A neighbor, family friend, or mentor who always made time to listen?

Maybe it was a boss who encouraged you to dream bigger or someone who simply showed up when you needed them most. Chances are, someone helped shape the person you are today. They may not have realized the impact they were making, but YOU remember. Now, imagine being that person for a child in the Mitchell community. Maybe it's YOUR turn to be the one who believes in someone else. You don't need to have all the answers. You don't need to be perfect. You just need to be PRESENT. Every Kid Needs a Champion. Become the friend a child is waiting for.

👉 APPLY NOW to become a mentor: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6915049/Mentor-Application

💬 We'd love to hear from you! Who was the adult who made a difference in YOUR life? Share in the comments and help us celebrate the people who believed in us.

10/27/2026

It takes a community to help kids succeed, and our local businesses have an incredible opportunity to make a difference! A huge THANK YOU to Vern Eide of Mitchell for stepping up as a DO GOOD Business and supporting the mission of Big Friend Little Friend of the Mitchell Area this spring! 👏

Their commitment reminds us that when businesses invest in their communities, they help create brighter futures for local youth.

🌟 MITCHELL EMPLOYERS & BUSINESS LEADERS — WE NEED YOU!

Through our campaign, we're working toward a community where fewer kids are waiting for mentors and more caring adults are ready to step up. What if your workplace could help us make that happen?

Invite Big Friend Little Friend to your workplace. We'd love to partner with local businesses and organizations to:

✅ Host a short presentation about our mentoring opportunities.
✅ Share information with employees about becoming a mentor.
✅ Encourage team members to get involved and make a difference.
✅ Explore ways your business can support youth mentoring right here in Mitchell.

You don't have to be perfect. You just have to be present. Sometimes, one caring adult can make all the difference in a child's life. Let's get a conversation started.

📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Visit: https://www.bigfriendlittlefriendmitchell.org/

Together, we can FLIP THE LIST and build a community where every child has someone cheering them on. 📣

10/27/2026

Time To Share - South Dakota Gives Goals For 2027

Two big dreams for Big Friend Little Friend of the Mitchell Area:

1️⃣ Welcome more mentors—especially men—to help more children find a caring, consistent friend.

2️⃣ Help more people understand mentoring through real match stories and opportunities to learn about our school-based and community-based programs.

We want more people to know: you don’t need to be perfect to make a difference. Be present. Be a friend. Help us !

Connect with us: https://www.bigfriendlittlefriendmitchell.org

💡 Our week 2 contest is HERE! 💡

Our work is big, and our dreams are bigger. Tell us about two things your organization is hoping to accomplish in 2027 and how those goals will enhance your mission.

LET'S GO!