mentoringbadgeJanuary is National Mentoring Month!  This is the perfect time to thank the person that mentored you, become a Big Brother or Big Sister or support mentoring as a donor.  To learn more about National Mentoring Month and how you can get involved with BBBS of Erie County, click here!  Also, be sure to keep your eyes open for a special, local National Mentoring Month public service announcement created by our generous media sponsor WGRZ-TV Channel 2!

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On May 18, 2024, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara, and the Southern Tier kicked off an exciting new tradition: our inaugural Flag Football Event! Held at the ADPRO Sports Training Center, this event brought together over 30 children from our program and more than 20 enthusiastic volunteers for a day filled with football drills, teamwork, and fun.

Women Who Move the City Wednesday- Congrats Megan McNally!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie County and Media Sponsor, Kiss 98.5 are excited to honor Megan McNally as this week’s Women Who Move the City Wednesday Honoree! Megan McNally is co-founder and Executive Director of The Foundry, an organization on the east side of Buffalo that supports business creation, education and creativity. Located in a historic 25,000 square foot building, The Foundry offers workshop space for start-up businesses, artisans and tradespeople, as well as a multi-function community space to support arts performances, DIY education and public gatherings. It has become a recognized place for the encouragement of new ideas and productive action. In the last year, The Foundry has hosted workshops for over 400 participants and introduced new individuals into the east side community. Additionally, The Foundry…

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You’re Invited!

You’re invited to join us on Tuesday, September 25th for a Gift Gathering Party located at, and co-hosted by, The Admiral Room at the Marin from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm.  Please bring a gift to be used in the auction at our upcoming Magical Moments Gala and enjoy complimentary beverages, hors d’oeuvres and a first look at the beautifully renovated Admiral Room the Marin. Suggested gifts include gift cards to local restaurants and shops and wine or liquor valued at $25.00.  Tickets to sporting events, shows or other unique experiences also very welcome. Please RSVP by Friday, September 21st to khite@beafriend.org or 873-5833 ext. 245.

Mentoring Matters!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie County was one of nine local organizations recently awarded a Mentoring Matters grant through the First Niagara Foundation. The awards were announced during a ceremony at the First Niagara Center on October 3rd that included First Niagara executives, local officials and Buffalo Sabres Coach, Ted Nolan. First Niagara employee and BBBSEC Big Sister, Patty Szwed, shared her positive experience as a mentor to her 11 year old Little Sister Reina during the event. The two will be matched for one-year at the end of October! Launched in 2007 by First Niagara, Mentoring Matters supports programs that help children improve their grades and school attendance, enhance their self-esteem, avoid the dangers of drugs and alcohol, and have a better opportunity…

Bigs & Littles Sing, Compete, and Celebrate at Our Annual Holiday Celebration
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Bigs & Littles Sing, Compete, and Celebrate at Our Annual Holiday Celebration

The holidays are a time to gather, play, share food, and enjoy the company of those who matter most—and that’s exactly what we did at this year’s annual BBBS Holiday Celebration. Held at the welcoming Harlem Road Community Center, the event brought together Bigs, Littles, and Match Family members for an evening filled with joy, games, music, and connection.