Usually, Harvey County Big Brothers, Big Sisters is begging for mentors. This year, things are a little different. “Our waiting list is almost gone,” Rachel Bachman, who recruits volunteers to the local program, said. “It’s the best problem to have.” The organization puts local youth who might need a little extra help or another adult in their life together with a mentor or Big Brother/Sister. Volunteers participate in different levels, from meeting kids at lunch at school to taking them on outings or participating in group activities. The program’s operated in the county for 36 years. Right now, the organization has 82 matches between “bigs” and “littles.” Bachman has set a goal to help 100 community children with the program and believes it will hit the goal in 2026.
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