Creating a partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters benefits Cleveland's most important asset – our children. Successful partnerships with businesses, foundations and organizations are fundamental to providing mentoring relationships for all children who need and want them, contributing to brighter futures, better schools and stronger communities for all. Partners support our mission and vision in a variety of ways.

Volunteer Partnership (Employee Centric)

Volunteer partnerships with Big Brothers Big Sisters provide the opportunity for employees or members of your organization to volunteer in the community in a meaningful way while building teamwork and employee engagement.

Cause-Marketing Partnership

A cause-marketing relationship unites your company’s charitable giving with the most well-known and respected name in youth mentoring. Protecting and providing a better future for America's children remain the top priorities of the public. Organizations realize the effectiveness of strategic marketing plan that includes investing in their communities.

Foundation Partnership

Grants and philanthropic gifts from foundations and corporations support tremendous organization-wide growth in the number of children served.

Accountability Endorsement

Charity Navigator, America’s premier independent charity evaluator, has awarded Big Brothers Big Sisters of America a four-star rating (out of 4) for our accountability, organizational efficiency and organizational capacity. The Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance has recognized Big Brothers Big Sisters as a top charity, meeting all standards for charitable accountability.

Partnership Information

In Cuyahoga County, contact Christine Moran, director of corporate partnerships and special events at christine.moran@bbbs.org  or 216.621.8223, ext. 510. Click here for detailed information about partnerships at the national level.