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BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON

www.swwabigs.org

Grades K–5 Grades 6–8 Grades 9–10 Grades 11–12

We create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.

ORGANIZATION TYPE

Non-Profit Operator

STUDENTS SERVED

100 - 499

GEOGRAPHIC REACH

Regional

STATE(S) COVERED

Washington

LOCALE(S) SERVED

Rural, Suburban

WBL SERVICE MODELS

Mentorship, Internship, Pre-Apprenticeship, Cooperative Work Experience, Youth Apprenticeship

DELIVERY MODALITY

Community-based

TYPICAL DURATION

Short-term

SCHOOL-BASED TIMING

After-school

COMPENSATION TYPE

Stipend, Unpaid, Academic Credit

STAKEHOLDERS SERVED

Students, Families, Educators, Employers, Professional

LANGUAGE SUPPORT

English Only

TARGETED POPULATIONS

English Learners, Low-income / FRPL Eligible, Underrepresented Minorities

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

CAREER CLUSTERS ALIGNMENT

Advanced Manufacturing

FUNDING MODEL

Grants, Philanthropy, Earned Revenue

SIMILAR PROVIDERS

MicroSociety Inc.

Multiple States

National

www.microsociety.org

MicroSociety Inc. is a 501 nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming education through immersive, real-world learning experiences. Since its founding in 1991, MSI has worked with schools across the U.S. and internationally to help students develop the entrepreneurial, financial, and civic skills needed for future success. Through participation in student-run miniature societies, we expand horizons, unlock potential, and ensure every child finds their place in the world and shines.

Available in: AK, AL, CA, CT, FL, KY, LA, MS, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, WV

grades k–5 grades 6–8

Tarrant To & Through Partnership

Regional

The Tarrant To & Through Partnership aims to ensure more Tarrant County students have the training and skills they need to thrive in today's workforce.

Available in: TX

grades 6–8 grades 9–10 grades 11–12 postsecondary

Pittsburgh Chapter National Tooling & Machining Foundation

Regional

The Pittsburgh Chapter National Tooling & Machining Foundation is a 501 non-profit organization dedicated to training and developing future professionals in the metalworking and manufacturing industry in southwestern Pennsylvania. Its work includes a four-year registered apprenticeship program combining classroom instruction and on-the-job learning, as well as youth initiatives like robotics and STEM programs that build pathways into advanced manufacturing.

Available in: PA

grades 6–8 grades 9–10 grades 11–12 postsecondary grades k–5