Posts Tagged ‘mentoring’
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…
Read MoreBig 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 MoreMay 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 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 MoreThe Big Spotlight: Featuring Keon Meriett of Fulton County, Georgia!
ATLANTA — The Big Spotlight series highlights a mentor, a Big, each month, sharing personal stories that reflect their dedication and hard work. These stories not only showcase the impact on the lives of the Littles they mentor but also contribute to advancing the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta. In 2023, our agency experienced a 68% increase in new 1:1 mentoring matches, with 90% of Littles viewing their mentors as significant adults in their lives – all thanks to our BIGS!
Read MoreBBBSMA LAUNCHES BOLD NEW “IT TAKES LITTLE TO BE BIG” CAMPAIGN TO CHAMPION YOUTH MENTORSHIP IN ATL
On September 14th, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) proudly launched “It Takes Little to be Big” National Awareness Campaign! Aimed to shift the misconceptions of mentorship, the goal of this bold message is to engage our first 1-MILLION alumni, potential volunteers & donors to get involved and invest in the BBBSMA mission.…
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 MoreCelebrating Seniors From a Distance with the 2020 Virtual Graduation Celebration
By Amari Woods This year’s Graduation Celebration was one to remember. We honored 42 graduates virtually for the first time ever. This event was designed to commemorate graduating seniors and their completion of our program. It’s also a way to acknowledge the positive impact of our program on Bigs and Littles alike as we strive…
Read MoreLittle Sisters “Say Yes to the Prom Dress” Event
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta, in partnership with Sisters United Atlanta, recently hosted a “Say Yes to the Prom Dress” Event at BBBSMA headquarters in Midtown Atlanta. 22 of our Little Sisters in their Junior or Senior year attended the event. Little Sisters were able to select a prom dress courtesy of Angela’s…
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