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Big Buddy

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Big Buddy is all about building confidence and resilience in boys who don't have a dad in their lives.

They match boys aged 7 to 17 with good guys from the community, Big Buddies, who volunteer their time. The Big Buddy relationship offers friendship, support and a good male role model to look up to.

At the heart of Big Buddy is their one-to-one mentoring programme, where each boy is matched with a dedicated mentor. They do everyday things together—kicking a ball, walking the dog, heading to the beach. These simple moments help build trust, confidence, and resilience.

For older boys (14 - 17), they offer a 7-week group-based programme scheduled at different times of the year. Through regular meetups and activities, these young men connect with mentors and each other—building a sense of belonging, support, and shared experience right when they need it most.

The most powerful thing a Big Buddy can offer is consistency. Whether through one-on-one mentoring or the group programme, showing up—again and again—has a profound impact.

Research shows that boys with a positive male role model grow in confidence, build resilience, and feel happier and more secure.

Your support helps make all of this possible.

Here's the difference your gift could make:

$20 helps recruit more new Big Buddies
$50 helps cover police checks and other vital screening for potential mentors
$100 helps fund a training session for new Big Buddies

Every dollar helps bring guidance, stability, and hope to a boy who needs it.

http://www.bigbuddy.org.nz