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Meet our Guest Panelist – MENtors Mixer August 20th, 2025
Eric M. Charity Partner Kilpatrick, Townsend & Stockton LLP “Mentors are vital resources and sounding boards for mentees who need help finding their way in life.” Eric M. Charity is a Partner at Kilpatrick, Townsend & Stockton LLP and is a member of the firm’s Corporate Finance team. Eric has been recognized as one of…
Anthony Hutchens’ Movement to Inspire, Equip, and Elevate Our Youth
In this discussion, Anthony shares with us how fitness and fellowship foster personal development and create enduring connections.
Back-to-School Success with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta celebrated the new school year by distributing 1,000 bookbags with essential supplies at our annual Back-to-School event held July 12th, 2025. The day also featured free haircuts, food, and beverages to support and empower our Littles.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta Welcomes New Board Members
ATLANTA, GA – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta proudly welcomes three accomplished professionals to its Board of Directors. Carly Garrett, Charlton Barker, and Alton “AJ” Brooks Jr. join the board as the organization expands its efforts to support young people through mentorship. Carly Garrett is a Technology Assurance Managing Director in KPMG’s Audit…
Level Up College & Career Summer Excursion
This summer, 25 middle schoolers from the Level Up program stepped onto buses with curiosity, nerves, and big questions about their futures. By the end of the week, they weren’t just imagining their futures– they were mapping them out. The Level-Up College & Career Summer Excursion, held June 23-27, 2025, offered a powerful, hands-on experience…
Inspiring Atlanta: Greg Clay’s Journey in Mentorship and Community Impact
In this conversation, Greg shares his journey and experiences as a mentor, shedding light on the profound impact mentorship has had on his life and the lives of those he guides. We’ll explore his motivations for joining the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, the lessons learned from his own mentors, and his invaluable advice for new mentors.
Celebrating Remarkable Achievements: Big Brothers Big Sisters Graduation Celebration 2025
This June, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta and Chattahoochee Valley hosted our largest Graduation Celebration to date at Georgia State University, honoring 81 Senior Littles with nearly 300 attendees. The event featured inspiring speeches and performances, underscoring the power of mentorship and community support. A notable highlight was the awarding of nearly $50,000 in scholarships, thanks to generous corporate partners & BBBS. The Class of 2025 celebrated impressive achievements, with 99% graduating on time and 93% pursuing further education or careers.
Celebrating the Launch of EmpowHER: A New Women’s Giving Circle
On June 4, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta officially launched our new women’s giving circle with an inspiring evening at Thompson Buckhead. The evening featured a vibrant mix of networking and empowering conversations. EmpowHER brought together 45 dynamic women committed to lifting each other up. Among the guests in attendance were Alexandra Ginsberg…
Empowering Young Minds with The DeKalb Alphas Nu Mu Lambda Chapter: A Commitment to Education & Growth
Our boys recently enjoyed an inspiring event at our headquarters, thanks to The DeKalb Alphas. The day included two engaging breakout sessions: one on tying a tie and another on public speaking and building confidence. This special opportunity, held during Mental Health Awareness Month, emphasized the significance of promoting mental well-being through mentorship and personal development.
Big Sister & Little Sister of the Year 2025: RaKya & Aaliyah
Confidence in Progress: RaKya & Aaliyah’s Story At 13, Little Sister Aaliyah is already standing out. She’s a gifted STEM scholar, a proud member of the Atlanta Children’s Choir, and a book lover with dreams of studying English. She’s curious, determined, and quietly confident — traits that have only grown stronger with the steady support…