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Bigs Swing Fore Littles 2025 raises nearly $100,000 for youth mentorship

By Claire Becknell | September 24, 2025

Bigs Swing Fore Littles 2025 was a tremendous success! Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and the dedication of our peer-to-peer fundraisers, the event raised nearly $100,000 to support youth mentoring programs that defend the potential of Metro Atlanta youth. More than 120 attendees gathered for an evening of friendly competition and celebration of…

Meet Guest Panelist Krystal Anthony – EmpowHER Hour September 24th, 2025

By Claire Becknell | September 23, 2025

Krystal Anthony Experiential Director Octagon “The best advice a mentor has given me is look at life and career as a playground, not a ladder.” Krystal Anthony is a seasoned marketing professional with over a decade of experience leading strategy, partnerships, and storytelling across multiple industries. With a strong background in marketing and communications, she…

Meet Guest Panelist Sarah Stansberry – EmpowHER Hour September 24th, 2025

By Claire Becknell | September 23, 2025

Sarah Stansberry SVP, Head of Financial Solutions Marketing Fiserv “Mentorship for young people is a powerful catalyst for confidence, career advancement, and personal growth. When we lift up the next generation, we offer vital guidance and share wisdom from our own journeys, helping young people navigate challenges and lean into opportunity.” Sarah Stansberry is the…

Braves’ Game Community Clubhouse Experience at Truist Park

By Claire Becknell | September 23, 2025

We’re thrilled to celebrate our renewed partnership with the Braves Foundation! To kick things off, a group of Littles joined their Lead Mentors and Mentoring Supervisors for an unforgettable day at Truist Park. For most Littles, this was their first-ever Braves game — and it came with an extra-special perk: access to the exclusive Community…

September Big Spotlight: Javarus Edwards on Giving Back in Atlanta

By Claire Becknell | September 22, 2025

Meet Javarus Edwards, a Sales Manager at PepsiCo based in Atlanta, GA, and a dedicated Big Brother who’s making a difference in his community by mentoring the next generation. Check out this Q&A session where Javarus shares what it means to truly invest in youth and lead with empathy. Why did you become a Big?…

MENtors Mixer Fall ’25: A Night of Connection

By Claire Becknell | September 8, 2025

On Aug. 20, members of BBBSMA’s MENtors initiative gathered for the Fall 2025 MENtors Mixer, hosted high above the city at Kilpatrick, Townsend & Stockton in Midtown Atlanta. This quarterly gathering brought together professionals, supporters, and community leaders dedicated to mentoring young men and boys across metro Atlanta. The MENtors Mixer serves as a recurring…

Big Welcome Dinner: Celebrating Our Newest Bigs

By Claire Becknell | September 8, 2025

On Aug. 26, the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta community gathered at Maggiano’s Little Italy in Buckhead for the Big Welcome Dinner. The purpose of the dinner was to welcome new Bigs and create space for connection as they begin their match journeys. Surrounded by good food and even better company, attendees had…

September Big Spotlight: Meet John Liotta, a Dedicated Big in Decatur

By Claire Becknell | September 2, 2025

Meet John Liotta, a Business Development Representative at Sage Intacct and dedicated Big in Decatur, who’s paying it forward by mentoring the next generation.Dive into this exclusive Q&A session where John shares what it means to truly show up, listen, and lead by example. Can you share why you became a Big? I had a…

Meet our Guest Panelist – MENtors Mixer August 20th, 2025

By Claire Becknell | August 15, 2025

Archie “A.J.” Wilson, Jr. Associate King & Spalding LLP “I am deeply passionate about mentoring relationships. Without strong mentors, my life looks completely different today.” Archie Wilson, Jr. is an Associate in the Atlanta office of King & Spalding LLP and member of the Corporate, Finance, and Investments practice group. Archie’s practice focuses on the…

Meet our Guest Panelist – MENtors Mixer August 20th, 2025

By Claire Becknell | August 12, 2025

Steven N. Cayton Attorney/ Guardian ad Litem Cayton Legal LLC “Volunteering has many benefits. From the learning experience to the emotional rewards of helping those in need… it really is food for the soul.” Steven N. Cayton is an attorney, mediator, and Guardian ad Litem in Metro Atlanta. Owner and Principal of Cayton Legal LLC,…

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