"I am honored to be a Mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Memphis! I became a Mentor because I wanted to do something positive in someone else's life outside of my family. Mentoring is a great opportunity to reach out to young people who might need help in areas of their lives that their parents may not understand. I am a Mentor because this has always been a dream for me and God granted me the opportunity to make a positive impact in someone else’s life. Becoming a Mentor not only helps your "little" but it helps you become a better person as well." ~Adrian Albright,ARO-Customer Care Department
"BBBS is a wonderful organization! They did a terrific job of matching me with my “little” and have provided the necessary support to ensure a successful relationship for us. Over the last 18 months, I have developed a special relationship with a very special little girl. We have visited sights around the city, attended sporting events, and many other planned activities. But our best times are spent at my home cooking, playing, doing chores or just chilling. She has become an extended member of my family and I look forward to watching her grow into a confident young woman." ~Delia Molinski, Hilton Hotels Corporation, Information Technology, Sr Director PMO
" I believe in BBBS because I feel that every child needs a positive role model. Whether that is from home, school or another source, such as BBBS. I decided to become a Big after being inspired by a friend who has been a Big Brother for a few years. Since becoming a Big, I have influenced 3 others to become Bigs. I had the time to do it and made the commitment to do so. I have enjoyed my little sister and hope I can stay with her until she graduates from high school in about 10 years - and longer if possible.
The impacts of positive mentoring are immeasurable. I have noticed that in the two years of my mentoring relationship, I have been able to teach my little certain qualities that she can carry into adulthood. I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience and will continue to encourage others to become BIGS!" ~Joanitha Barnes
"The reason I believe in this program is because there are so many children and adolescents that do not have role models in their lives or are at a disadvantage because of their economic status. I think it is important for us to volunteer our time to these individuals because every child wants to feel like they are important to somebody. From my experience, I have noticed that my "little" feels special just when I call to see how she is doing. I am a mentor because I feel that our youth are our future and I love working with children. I know that the time I spend with my little will definitely impact her in the future whether it be the decisions she makes when she gets older or just knowing that she has somebody that will be there to encourage her." ~Charlene Daniels
"I knew life should not be just about me, so being an empty nester I made the call to BBBS so I could, God willing, make a difference in just one little girl’s life. Here I am 6 years later, and my “little” is now 17 years old. We are close friends and talk about everything that girls usually talk about – friends, family, life, great times, disappointments and even tragedies. Our bonding will last a lifetime and the memories are priceless. Has this relationship made a difference in our lives? I know we have each benefited more than words can say." ~Cindy Mire, Senior Vice President, First Tennessee Bank
"Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Memphis is a terrific organization that gives children an opportunity to have another mentor in their lives. I was matched very well with my Little (Parker), and we have much admiration for each other. Parker has learned much from me, and I have learned much from him that will help me when I have my own children one day. I truly believe that I've made a difference in Parker's life, and that is what is so fulfilling about this organization. I take my hat off to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Memphis for giving me the opportunity of a lifetime!" ~Michael Avanzi, Big Brother of Parker
"I am so grateful for Big BrothersBig Sisters. It is a wonderful organization to be a part of. I just want to give back some of what I received as a child. I was blessed to have had many mentors who took an interest in my life and well being. It is so important for young children to have someone they can look up to and have fun with. BBBS also provides a means for me to stay connected with the young people in our community."~Mildred Williams, CPS, Secretary for Circuit Court Judges
"Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Memphis is a great agency; I take pride in performing my voluntarily duties as a BIG. It gives us an opportunity to reach out to the youth in and around our communities. I always wanted to make a difference somehow, no matter how big or small; BBBS has made that possible."~Maurice Brittmon
"I absolutely enjoy children! What a better way to provide a positive influence on a young person's life than by spending a little of your time doing fun things together. I have been involved for six months and already I have received so much than I have given. I encourage others to get involved with BBBS. It is a fantastic program managed by caring people." ~Douglas Baker, ETI Coporation, Associate Principal
"It is an honor and a great pleasure for me to be a BIG sister. I am the mother of two adult sons, so having a little sister is a whole new experience for me. It has given me the opportunity to once again sow into a young person’s life. She is also enjoying this experience. Whenever the two of us are together, she does not hesitate to let people know that I am her big sister. People often wonder how it is possible for a near 54 year old woman to have a 9 year old little sister. It is because of these moments of curiosity that I am able to share what a delightful experience it is to be a part of Big Brothers Big Sisters." ~Diann Bolton, Rising Sun Outreach Ministry
"My involvement and support of BBBS of Memphis and its mission is genuine. I believe in it because there are too many negative influences making it hard for our youth to grow up in America today. I wholeheartedly support it for that very reason. I am a mentor because that is my way of contributing to the investment of our youth. The impact of my mentoring has paid great positive dividends to my “Little’s” future and has been very rewarding to me. As it is stated on the main BBBS website, “Together, we are changing what it means to grow up in America”; it takes many to truly make a positive change. " ~C. L. “Tim” Williams
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