Big Brothers Big Sisters News

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Board Announces New President and Chief Executive Officer

Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 PST

The Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of T. Charles Pierson as the national mentoring organization’s President and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 15, 2012.

Members of Big Brothers Big Sisters Community Doing their Part for the Environment

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 PST

At Big Brothers Big Sisters, we provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. When those same children and volunteers give back to help another deserving cause, it proves that mentoring truly does change lives.

Reporter Urges People to Volunteer

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 PST

For Alline Kent, a reporter for The Telegraph in Georgia, it is not uncommon for her to receive invitations to attend and participate in events in her area after writing an article about them. When she was invited to do a story on a local mentoring program, she found herself in uncharted territory.

Program Teaches Students that Hard Work Leads to Graduation

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 PST

Students at Rosa Parks Elementary School in Middletown, Ohio, are learning valuable lessons about hard work and scholastic achievement thanks to a special program offered by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Butler County.

Kansas Little Brother Seeking a Big Brother

Fri, 11 May 2012 00:00:00 PST

Mark Davidson of KSN3 News recently spent the day with a Little Brother who is currently seeking a mentor. Seven year old Tavin is just one of 3000 children in Kansas that are waiting to be matched with a caring adult who can be a positive influence.

Local Soccer Star Giving Back to Kansas City Community

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 PST

Roger Espinoza, midfielder for Sporting Kansas City, is returning the favor that was given to him when growing up in a tough neighborhood of Denver.

Video Opportunity with The Ad Council

Wed, 9 May 2012 00:00:00 PST

Big Brothers Big Sisters and our partners at The Advertising Council are looking for Bigs, Littles, and families that got involved after seeing or hearing one of our public service announcements.