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Ky volunteer agencies working to engage more male volunteers

By Kevin Willis

http://stream.publicbroadcasting.net/production/mp3/wkyu/local-wkyu-611806.mp3

Bowling Green, Ky – Many volunteer organizations in the region--and nation--are facing what some call a "gender gap." Statistics show many more women are willing to volunteer their time than men. For a group like Big Brothers Big Sisters, that presents serious challenges. Kevin Willis recently spoke to Brian Becker, program director at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southcentral Kentucky. The agency covers Warren, Barren, and Allen counties.