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community: Jun-19-2007
Match Story: Julio & Rafael
Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC
 Julio & little brother Rafael |
Big Brother: Julio
Interests: Social activism, sports
Reason for becoming a Big: Wanted to be able to make a difference in a child’s life
Little Brother: Rafael
Age: 14
Interests: Karate, sports, music
Reason for coming to BBBS of NYC:
Rafael is entering his pre-teen years and could use a male role model (father only comes around every other weekend).
The Match
Date matched: 5/8/04
Activities they've enjoyed: Attending 'Race for the Kids', Graduated Match Luncheon, playing basketball or any sports, etc.
How the program has helped them: Julio and Rafael will both tell you that they no longer feel like they are 'big/little brother' to one another; they feel like they are family. They share an amazing bond and say they are each other's best friend. Rafael wanted a Big Brother for a positive male relationship and he has gotten that and a lot more. Julio said he wanted to make a difference in a child’s