Big Brothers Big Sisters has two types of mentors: Community-based, who are individual volunteers, and site-based, organized through the county’s school districts. During the COVID-19 pandemic, all site-based activity has been halted with buildings being closed to the general public. Director of the Door County chapter, Patty O’Rourke, says that didn’t stop the group from celebrating the end of the academic year.

Community-based mentors are allowed to plan activities and meet with their matches as long as they follow recommended guidelines. Site-based mentors have been communicating through letters and emails as they try to provide support during a difficult time.