SEPT 5 MEDIA RELEASE– Polar Buddies, an Ohio Northern University partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hardin County, is excited to announce that registration for 2025-2026 is now open.

ONU college students (“Bigs”) serve as mentors for Ada area students Kindergarden-8th grade (“Littles”) getting together twice a month for fun and meaningful activities. Polar Buddies will meet as a group after school in the school cafeteria on the first Fridays of the month. The second meeting of the month is arranged individually by the Big and parent as schedules permit.

This unique mentoring program provides children with caring role models who will inspire confidence, build friendships, and make lasting connections.

“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Polar Buddies this year! Combining our mentoring expertise with the longstanding tradition of Polar Buddies (previously Ada Friends) can only create great things!” said Madison Richards, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hardin County Community Engagement Specialist. “This program not only provides meaningful mentoring relationships but also creates memories that our Littles…and Bigs…will cherish for years to come.”

How to Register
Visit https://forms.gle/13Z7orS4gJd3YAbz7 to register online. Registrations are appreciated by Saturday, September 13, 2025, but will be accepted throughout the school year. Questions can be directed to [email protected] or [email protected]. 

About Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Central Ohio
Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Central Ohio is committed to creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Through impactful programs and dedicated community support, BBBS empowers children to realize their full potential and achieve their biggest possible futures.