In our lives, each of us shared an important connection with someone who broadened our horizons and brought a little magic into our lives. 

It was the person who taught you to throw that perfect spiral, or sat in the front row to cheer you on, even when it was embarrassing. These are the little moments that Big Brothers and Big Sisters experience every day. 

These real life stories are just a few of the ways Big Brothers  Big Sisters is changing lives and communities forever.

Pay it Forward "This little boy who was about 4 feet tall has matured to be a 17 year old who is close to 6 feet in height." more... Homelessness. Abuse. Hunger. Hopelessness "Since the match began, life has improved..." more... Support and Stability "For the first time Roshounda has someone consistent in her life, someone she can count on to spend time with her." more... "An Awesome Experience!"   "The truth is that the return is WAY bigger than the investment,” says Big Brother David of the time he spends with Flavio. more... Similar pasts and shared fun inspire a Big and Little to grow   "Tom knew exactly what it was like to be different from everyone else and he was able to provide me with a role model that I could look up to" more... Learning to be a man "He has taught me life’s lessons," says Jeremy of Big Brother Sylvester. more... For Joe and Aldo, a lifelong friendship   A proud moment for both of them when Thomas was accepted into college. more... “The best decision I ever made” Volunteering, says Pat, is "usually the best part of my week." more... A quarter century of giving to others This Big Sister keeps on giving! more... “Just the right time” for a friend Ray knew he was at a crossroads, and the choices he made would affect his life. more... Finding his heritage, seeing his future "Tom has taught me life lessons which no one else could teach." more... A “Little” becomes a “Big” … and makes a big difference! When Bethany met Robyn, she remembered how much she needed a friend when she was that age. more... Different dreams, one powerful bond Amber wrote a poem about Angela that tells just how she feels more...

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