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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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The 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…

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The 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!  

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