TORY: COMMUNITY-BASED MENTOR
What inspired you to become a volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Windsor Essex?
I was seeing a lot of negativity in the world and it was weighing me down. I decided to actively try and put some good back into the world, which has helped me see things in a more positive light!
What are some of your favourite activities to do with your Mentee/Little?
We love to play Mario Party. Crafty things are one of our favourites – sewing, crocheting, painting, you name it! We also love playing board games. Kingston ALWAYS wins at Flamecraft.
What is one memory with your Mentee/Little that still makes you smile?
There are too many to think of! I really enjoyed showing King how to use a sewing machine and making her Halloween costume together. We have homemade pizza night fairly often too and having King perfect her own pizza recipe has been fun to watch. Also, my three dogs are completely obsessed with her which is hilarious to watch them sabotage her in Mario Party trying to get her attention.
What advice would you give to someone thinking about becoming a mentor with BBBSWE?
Do it!! Being part of someone’s growth is so special and being able to share parts of yourself that you might not always get to share is part of the fun. You’ll make memories you’ll never forget and get to watch your Little grow into the person they’re meant to be.