Big Brothers Big Sisters Prepares Metro Atlanta Students to Start School Strong
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) welcomed more than 800 attendees to its annual Back to School Bash, distributing 1,000 backpacks filled with school supplies and 90 brand-new bicycles to students across metro Atlanta.
Families also enjoyed free haircuts, music, complimentary food and treats, raffle prizes, and a community resource fair connecting them with organizations that provide valuable services throughout the year.
“Starting a new school year should be filled with excitement and possibility, not worry about whether a student has the supplies they need,” said Kwame Johnson, president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta. “This event is about making sure young people feel prepared, confident and supported—and reminding families that an entire community is invested in their success. We are deeply grateful to the volunteers, sponsors and community partners who helped make that possible.”
The annual event was made possible through the support of dedicated volunteers and generous corporate partners committed to investing in local youth and families.
- Aprio – Packed backpacks and led an art activity for attendees
- TruStage – Volunteered, packed backpacks, and distributed school supplies
- Wellstar – Volunteered, packed backpacks, and distributed school supplies
- Colliers – Provided day-of volunteer support
- Kason Industries – Donated 75 bicycles
- Rollins – Donated 15 bicycles
- Ben & Jerry’s – Donated ice cream for families
- Chick-fil-A – Donated meals for volunteers
- Coca-Cola – Donated beverages
Community organizations participating in the Resource Fair included Family Ties, ECO Sneakers, YMCA of Metro Atlanta, SisterTalk, Kindness and Intervention, Mind & Your Fashion, Welgen One, Unearthing Farming Market, Urban Indigo Foundation, WestCare, Atlanta Glow, ViaPath, Access Mental Health, and Father’s Movement Inc.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta extends its heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed their time, resources and generosity to help students begin the school year prepared and confident.
