Empowering Potential
We believe that in every child, there is incredible potential.
Big Brothers Big Sisters creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships between volunteer mentors (Bigs) and children ages 6 through young adulthood (Littles) in Erie County, Niagara County, and Cattaraugus County of New York State.
Our Latest News & Stories
Check back here for the latest on what’s happening here with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara & The Southern Tier.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Announces New Volunteer Leadership
We are excited to introduce our new Board President, Tim Silverstein, along with our Executive Committee and new Board Members who will help shape the future of our organization.
Recapping National Mentoring Month Alumni Week 2025
As part of National Mentoring Month, we celebrated National Alumni Week [January 13-17], a time dedicated to recognizing the extraordinary Alumni who continue to make a difference through their time, compassion, and commitment.
Celebrating National Mentoring Month 2025: Make a Big Difference by Being a Big
January is National Mentoring Month—a time to celebrate the transformative power of mentorship and inspire action. Help us address the urgent need for Bigs in our community.