Big Buddy Mentoring Trust

Big Buddy is a charity that matches boys, aged 7 - 17, who do not have a father in their lives with positive male role models. We have an estimated 8000 boys in New Zealand without a father, and while mothers and grandmothers do a courageous job of raising them alone, boys learn more about being a man of good character by spending time with men who can set that example. Statistics and stories continue to show that the presence of a mentor in a boy’s life brings about increased confidence, happiness and general well-being. This enables him to make healthier life choices, in turn improving his family life, schooling and future relationships and job prospects. To achieve this, Big Buddy isn’t looking for super heros – we simply ask for men with a little time and a kind heart who can show up in a boy’s life for 2-3 hours a week. This consistent commitment is important to our boys. It doesn’t so much matter what Big Buddies do with their Little Buddies - watching the footy, going for a drive, playing ball, catching fish – but it does matter that they are there.