Events
Legacy Luncheon inspires community, raises $350k+ for youth
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) is thrilled to announce the overwhelming success of its 2025 Legacy Luncheon, presented by the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation. The event welcomed 240 guests at the Fox Theatre on Nov. 12 and raised over $350,000 to support BBBSMA’s life-changing youth mentoring programs. Click here to see…
Read MoreBig Brothers Big Sisters ATL Celebrates 3-year Partnership with Jamestown’s Colony Square
Jamestown’s Colony Square has been one of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta’s community partners since 2022. This innovative and engaging partnership in Midtown Atlanta has not only helped communicate our need for more volunteer Bigs, it’s helped raise critical dollars needed to create more mentoring matches for Littles on our waiting list. Colony…
Read MoreBBBSMA and Emerging 100 of Atlanta launch “Big for a Day: Educate, Engage, Elevate”
In celebration of National Mentoring Day, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) partnered with the Emerging 100 of Atlanta to host Big for a Day: Educate, Engage, Elevate, a dynamic mentorship initiative created to empower middle school students through education, engagement, and financial literacy. The event was held at Jean Childs Young Middle…
Read MoreHighlights from Level Up this month
The Level Up program continues to shine across metro Atlanta schools bringing students, mentors, and families together. Here’s a look at some of the incredible moments from this month. Family & Friends event On Tuesday, Oct. 28, the Young Middle School Level Up Team hosted its first-ever Family & Friends Event! A total of 64…
Read MoreChanging lives through mentorship: Legacy Luncheon 2025
At this year’s Legacy Luncheon, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta is proud to celebrate two remarkable alumni: Benjamin and Lailah. These young leaders’ journeys were transformed when a mentor supported and believed in them. After losing a parent early in life, Benjamin was raised by his grandmother. As she grew older, he stepped…
Read MoreBBBSMA 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…
Read MoreBigs 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…
Read MoreMeet 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…
Read MoreMeet 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…
Read MoreBraves’ 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…
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