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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…
Read MoreBig Brother and Little Brother of the Year 2025: LaVell & Dae’Miro
Rooted in Brotherhood, Growing in Purpose: LaVell & Dae’Miro’s Story When Dae’Miro was matched in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program at 12 years old, he was searching for guidance—a steady presence to help him navigate school, friendships, and the responsibilities that come with growing up. What he found was more than just a mentor.…
Read MoreThe Big Spotlight: Matthew Ellsworth of Atlanta, Georgia
Meet Matthew Ellsworth—a former City of Atlanta police officer turned actor and tutor—who is making a big impact as a Big Brother with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta. In this edition of The Big Spotlight, Matthew shares his journey, what inspired him to become a mentor, and the joy he’s found in helping…
Read More30 MATCHES SCORE BIG AT TOP GOLF MIDTOWN!
On July 9th, 2023, BBBSMA had 30 matches attend a beautiful afternoon of golf, sunshine, food, and fun at Top Golf Midtown.
Read More2019 Big Brother & Big Sister of the Year Honored at Big Appreciation Night: Photo Gallery
By Kelci Sleeper Big Brothers Big Sister of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) celebrates two volunteers who have made a significant difference in the lives of their Littles. The 2019 Bigs of the Year were chosen from over 1,400 volunteers across 12 metro counties in recognition of their extraordinary commitment to their Little Brothers and Sisters (“Littles”).…
Read MoreBBBSMA & Cox Enterprises Partner for “Beyond School Walls” Mentoring Program
After a nearly 20-year relationship, Big Brothers Big Sister of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) has partnered with Cox Enterprises for its first “Beyond School Walls” site-based mentoring program. The program, which will pair 20 Chamblee Charter High School students (“Littles”) with Cox Enterprises employees (“Bigs”) this spring, is the first of its kind for BBBSMA. “Big…
Read MoreAtlanta Hawks host Real Men Mentor event
Atlanta Hawks host Real Men Mentor event On 1.21.18, the Atlanta Hawks hosted more than 50 Bigs, Littles, staff, and supporters of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta for their MLK Day game against the Orlando Magic. The Hawks provided tickets and gave an extra special shout out to the group on the Jumbotron.…
Read MoreAnnual Bigs, Littles, & Families Picnic
On 10.6.2018, we hosted our Annual Bigs, Littles, & Families Picnic at Atlanta Silverbacks Park, presented by our sponsor WellCare. Our staff welcomed over 400 participants to this year’s event. Our honorary Big and outstanding champion of our cause, Angel McCoughtry of the WNBA’s Atlanta Dream was on hand to take pictures with fans and…
Read MoreOur 2018 Legacy Awards Gala Honorees are Jeff Sprecher and Kelly Loeffler
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta is proud to honor Jeff Sprecher and Kelly Loeffler as their 2018 Legacy Honorees for the example they set as leaders and mentors within the Atlanta community. Jeff is the Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE: ICE) and Chairman of the New York Stock…
Read MorePeter Lauer to Receive V. Thomas Murray Founder’s Award at 2018 Legacy Awards Gala
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta is an organization built on the principle that relationships have the power to create positive change. Our 2018 Founder’s Award recipient, Peter Lauer, has made a lasting positive impact on our agency, and on the youth of Metro Atlanta, by embodying the spirit of our agency’s core ideals…
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