Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria Capital Region changes lives through mentorship. I am living proof of that impact.
My name is Alex Farah. I’m a former mentee with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria Capital Region. When I was eight years old, I was matched with my mentor, Gary. Being matched with a trusted mentor provided me with guidance, encouragement, and stability during key developmental years.
That relationship helped shape my confidence, decision-making, and long-term goals – and its influence continues to guide me today.
When I met Gary for the first time, I remember being really excited. Gary grew up really similarly to me, and seeing someone like Gary be successful in his career and social life showed me that I can as well.
It shaped my personality as a young man, and it’s influenced where I’m at today.
I think there were many paths that I could have gone down, and some paths that I’ve seen my peers go down. I give a lot of credit to Gary for helping me to learn about my interests and giving me someone to look up to.
By carefully matching mentors with youth and providing ongoing support, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria Capital Region helps participants improve academic engagement, develop social and emotional skills, and envision brighter futures for themselves. These outcomes ripple outward, supporting families, strengthening schools, and contributing to a healthier, more connected community.