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May Big Spotlight: Level Up Lead Mentor, Toby Douglas, Reveals the Power of Community
Welcome back to The Big Spotlight, where we shine a light on the extraordinary mentors of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta. This May, we’re excited to feature Toby Douglas, Lead Level-Up Mentor at Young Middle School, who brings a wealth of experience and an enthusiastic approach to nurturing young minds.
Read MoreBig Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta Welcomes Pierre Gaither as Chief Operating Officer
Atlanta, GA – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) is proud to announce Pierre Gaither as the organization’s new Chief Operating Officer. A proud Atlanta native, Gaither brings more than 15 years of leadership experience in both government and nonprofit management to the role, along with a deep commitment to the youth and families…
Read MoreAtlanta United Hosts BBBSMA for Unforgettable Match Experience Featuring Little Sister of the Year as Night’s Honorary Captain
Atlanta United FC turned their recent match against New York into an unforgettable experience for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta matches and staff.
Read MoreBBBSMA Holds Exciting “Say Yes to the Prom Dress” Event, Hosted by The Lady Hawks, BBBS, & Shamea Shares, ft. Distinguished Guests Including Shamea Morton
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta recently hosted the “Say Yes to The Dress Prom” event on March 29, presented by The Lady Hawks, to help high school girls prepare for the 2025 prom season. The event, held at BBBSMA headquarters in Atlanta, offered 36 participants free dresses, shoes, accessories, and makeup.
Read MoreBig Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta Hosts 2nd Annual Teen Leadership Discovery Summit presented by Kaiser Permanente
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro ATL hosted its 2nd Teen Leadership Summit at Morehouse College, empowering youth in STEAM with workshops and more.
Read MoreBig Brothers Big Sisters of America Unveils Game-Changing Research on the Long-term Effects of Mentorship
First-of-its-kind study reveals mentorship as a cost-effective solution to drive socioeconomic mobility.
Read MoreSKY RANCH FOUNDATION AWARDS BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS
ATLANTA –Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) is honored to announce it has been awarded a $30,000 grant by Sky Ranch Foundation (SRF). With a legacy spanning over 60 years, the Sky Ranch Foundation remains steadfast in its mission to support the nation’s youth on behalf of the Beverage Alcohol Industry. Each year,…
Read MoreBig Brothers Big Sisters Teams Up With NBCUniversal To Inspire Kindness and Mentorship
In an exciting partnership with NBCUniversal, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and its national agencies, including BBBSMA, have embraced the themes of the Wicked Movie this holiday season—sisterhood, kindness, and accessibility—through a unique series of social impact initiatives for the highly anticipated release of Wicked Part 1 on November 22.
Read MoreBig Thanks to Boxcar at Hop City West End for participating in The Big Little Dine Out!
Big thanks to Kraig Torres and his incredible team at Boxcar at Hop City West End for participating in The Big Little Dine Out series!
Read MoreAtlanta Regional Commission Selects 2024 Regional Leadership Institute Class
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.
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