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BBBSMA Holds EPIC Annual Picnic Thanks to Our Community Heroes!

By Kenya Meon | October 18, 2024

On October 12th, we had a marvelous time at this year’s Superhero themed Annual Picnic held at Pittsburgh Yards, uniting 800 amazing attendees with delicious food, fun fueled activities, and surprise superhero guests!

The Big Spotlight: Featuring Norris Curl of Marietta, Georgia!

By Abigail Hayman | October 16, 2024

ATLANTA — The Big Spotlight series highlights a mentor, a Big, each month, sharing personal stories that reflect their dedication and hard work. These stories not only showcase the impact on the lives of the Littles they mentor but also contribute to advancing the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta. In 2023, our agency experienced a 68% increase in new 1:1 mentoring matches, with 90% of Littles viewing their mentors as significant adults in their lives – all thanks to our BIGS! 

This month, we introduce you to Norris Curl, the CEO of NRC Properties, from Marietta, Georgia.

Bigs Swing Fore Littles Tees Off for Youth Potential

By Abigail Hayman | September 20, 2024

ATLANTA, GA – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta held its 13th annual Bigs Swing Fore Littles golf tournament on September 12, 2024, at the TopGolf Midtown in Atlanta, Georgia. A revolutionized, high-tech twist on our traditional golf tournament, guests networked while teeing off to defend Atlanta youth potential.

September’s “Big Spotlight” Shines on Lorraine Marshall

By Abigail Hayman | September 18, 2024

ATLANTA — The Big Spotlight series highlights a mentor, a Big, each month, sharing personal stories that reflect their dedication and hard work. These stories not only showcase the impact on the lives of the Littles they mentor but also contribute to advancing the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta. In 2023, our agency experienced a 68% increase in new 1:1 mentoring matches, with 90% of Littles viewing their mentors as significant adults in their lives – all thanks to our BIGS! 

Atlanta Regional Commission Selects 2024 Regional Leadership Institute Class

By Abigail Hayman | August 30, 2024

ATLANTA, GA – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta is proud to announce that Upenda J. Dubose, our Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, has been selected for the 2024 cohort of the Atlanta Regional Commission’s prestigious Regional Leadership Institute (RLI). This honor places Upenda among 57 distinguished leaders across metro Atlanta, representing the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. Her inclusion in this year’s RLI class is a testament to her unwavering commitment to community impact and leadership, and we look forward to the meaningful contributions she will make in shaping the future of our region. Since joining BBBSMA in 2022 as Director of Corporate and Community Engagement, Upenda has been a driving force behind the organization’s success.  

Invest Fest: Inspiring The Next Generation of Entrepreneurs

By Abigail Hayman | August 29, 2024

Invest Fest is an innovative and impactful event, bringing entrepreneurs together for discussions around financial and business advancement.

The event featured speakers such as 50 Cent, Steve Harvey and Daymond John, leading insightful conversations on topics like investing, stocks, and estate planning, among various other financial topics.

Celebrating the Power of Mentorship with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta

By Kenya Meon | August 28, 2024

Community collaboration, long-term impact, and personal growth were at the heart of our recent cultivation event.

August’s “Big Spotlight” Features Sadegh Azimi

By Kenya Meon | August 18, 2024

The Big Spotlight series highlights a mentor, a Big, each month, sharing personal stories that reflect their dedication and hard work. This month let’s get to know Sadegh Azimi!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta Littles Enjoy a $10,000 Back-to-School Shopping Adventure, Courtesy of Target!

By Kenya Meon | August 15, 2024

Thanks to Target, 100 of our Littles received a $100 gift card to gear up for the new school year.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Back-to-School Celebration Prepares 600+ Kids for New School Year

By Abigail Hayman | August 14, 2024

Our annual Back to School event was a success. The event took place at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta Headquarters and was filled with smiling faces, sunshine, and good vibes. Our agency gave away over 750 backpacks to help students and our Littles prepare for their first day of classes. 600+ attendees, including families and their Littles, along with Bigs, gathered together to enjoy the festivities. 

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