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October Big Spotlight: Cory Sparks’ journey from mentee to mentor
Meet Cory Sparks, Vice President of Promotion at Warner Records, based in DeKalb County. Check out this Q&A where he shares what inspired him to become a Big, how mentorship changed his life, and what he’s learning through his experience with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta. Why did you become a Big? I…
BBBSMA annual picnic draws 700+ for western-themed celebration
More than 700 Bigs, Littles, families, and community partners joined Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta for our annual picnic on Oct. 11. This year’s western–themed celebration featured games, food, and fun for all ages. From pumpkin decorating and arts and crafts to tug-of-war and a lively line dancing contest, there was something for…
Senior-founding lead mentors represent Level Up at Big Brothers Big Sisters regional conference
Our Senior-Founding Lead Mentors, Trikelia Browning and Quantavis Tilley, proudly represented the Level Up Program at the Big Brothers Big Sisters Regional Conference in Orlando, Florida. The conference brought together leaders and professionals from across the region who share a passion for empowering youth through mentorship. For Browning and Tilley, the experience was both exciting…
Bigs Swing Fore Littles 2025 raises nearly $100,000 for youth mentorship
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
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
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
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
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
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
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…