Big Brothers Big Sisters Calgary need your help

Posted Mar 13, 2013 7:18 pm.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and area is calling on citizens to help them match 171 young people with volunteer mentors.

It takes about 18-hundred dollars to provide training for a volunteer mentor. Between now and April 1st, ProCura Real Estate Services will match any funds raised up to $50,000.

Executive Director of BBBS Sharon Moore says the money is crucial to the organization and will help reduce their waitlist for mentors.

Donations can be made directly on their website http://www.bbbscalgary.com or by calling 403 777 3535.

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