National research reveals that Littles are more likely to show positive behaviors in school and at home than children not matched with a Big. Little Brothers and Little Sisters who meet with their Bigs regularly are:

• 46% less likely to start using drugs and 27% less likely to start drinking
   
• 52% less likely to skip a day of school and 37% less likely to skip a class
   
• One-third less likely to hit someone
   
• More trusting of their parents or guardians, less likely to lie to them, and feel more supported and less criticized by their peers and friends.