Posts by BBBS of Atlanta
Great Turnout at the 2020 Back to School Event presented by Fiserv
Our 2020 Back to School event looked a little different than in years past, but our contactless drive-through was a great opportunity to connect with our community and provide school supplies to our awesome kids! More than 300 backpacks were distributed – filled with school supplies, STEM kits, and craft kits – as well as…
Read MoreRandy Tanner to Receive the 2020 V. Thomas Murray Founder’s Award
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta is an organization committed to defending the potential of youth facing adversity in order to create positive change. Our 2020 Founder’s Award recipient, Randy Tanner, has had a substantial impact on youth in Metro Atlanta while also exemplifying our agency’s core beliefs. This award is named in honor…
Read MoreDr. Monica Khan to Receive the 2020 Defender of Potential Award
At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta, we believe in the power of one-to-one mentoring relationships to create meaningful change among youth and communities. Our 2020 Defender of Potential Award recipient, Dr. Monica Khan, is someone that embodies this belief. The Defender of Potential Award is a new award given to Bigs who have…
Read MoreJasmine Crowe, Founder & CEO of Goodr, to Receive the 2020 Legacy Award
By Amari Woods Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta is an organization dedicated to building relationships that help make positive change in communities facing adversity. Our 2020 Legacy Awards honoree, Jasmine Crowe, has made meaningful change that positively impacts our agency and underserved areas throughout Georgia. Each year, the Legacy Award is given to…
Read More#FrontlineBigs Campaign honors the efforts of our volunteers during the COVID-19 Pandemic
By Amari Woods COVID-19 is affecting everyone, but not equally. Children and families in vulnerable communities are likely to experience an increase in stress, anxiety, fear and worry. Unfortunately, often times our youth bear the heaviest burden of the trauma and economic fallout. In fact, we found that 26 percent of our Littles reported that…
Read MoreBBBSMA & Cox Enterprises Partner for “Beyond School Walls” Mentoring Program
After a nearly 20-year relationship, Big Brothers Big Sister of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) has partnered with Cox Enterprises for its first “Beyond School Walls” site-based mentoring program. The program, which will pair 20 Chamblee Charter High School students (“Littles”) with Cox Enterprises employees (“Bigs”) this spring, is the first of its kind for BBBSMA. “Big…
Read MoreMentoring, revisited
Mentoring, Revisited By Aliya Bhatia Last Monday after volunteering at the King Center, I found myself wandering around its exhibits. A few of the pieces reminded me of one of my former students, Brianna, whose artwork ranges from paintings of the four girls killed in the Birmingham Church Bombing to self-portraits interrogating what it means…
Read MoreRelationships Change People, Not Programs
Relationships Change People, Not Programs by Kwame Johnson I’ve been the President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta for only a few months now, but I’ve been a fan of the organization for the majority of my career for two reasons: the impact and the results. What is most vital about…
Read MoreC’mon, Dude. Be a Bro!
By John Mangan In June, we pay tribute to our dads by celebrating Father’s Day. We can observe the day by flipping burgers with dad, gifting him the loudest tie we can find, and having a discussion about how surprising the Braves have been this season. While these are all great things to do on…
Read MoreBig Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta Names Kwame Johnson CEO
By Kelci Sleeper The Board of Directors of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA), long respected for leveraging the power of mentors on behalf of Metro Atlanta’s youth, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kwame Johnson as Chief Executive Officer. Currently Executive Director of the Greater Atlanta Region forPowerMyLearning, Johnson succeeds Janice…
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