Meet James and David

"I met James 2 years ago after completing the process to become a big brother through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward. When I met James, I knew he was special and had a real passion for life. As I began to spend time with James it was clear that he was lacking the relationship young boys need with older male role models.

Given this, I was all too happy to fulfill that role and give him the encouragement and attention he desperately needed and deserved.

As I spend time with James, he never ceases to amaze me with the things he says and does. He is such a caring and generous person with a magnetic personality, which is readily apparent as soon as you meet him. Having the opportunity to provide him with the guidance he needs to become a successful, well adjusted person is an honor to me.

As we spend more time together, I realize how impressionable he is and how much he values our friendship. This just reinforces my belief that young people desperately need the support and guidance of a role model to enrich their lives. I look forward to continuing my relationship with James as he grows into a man his family and friends can be proud of."  -David Leib

James, who is 9 years old, enjoys playing sports with David and has a passion for acting, already being featured in a couple of television commercials.  He especially loves bowling and is currently knocking down a 122 average.  He says he likes being able to call David on his cell phone and ask him questions and enjoys the time they spend together.