The BIG Celebration is Coming Soon!
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara & the Southern Tier is bringing new energy to its annual gala with “The Big Celebration”, set for Saturday, November 1st at The Powerhouse, Buffalo.
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Our Flag Football Event Returns for Year No. 2!
On Saturday, May 31, Bigs and Littles took over the Buffalo Bills Training Center for an exhilarating Flag Football Tournament—complete with 40‑yard dashes, flag‑pulling drills, and agility courses—powered by the NFL’s Inspire Change initiative. Dive into the full recap and photo gallery to see how mentorship and community came together on the field!
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BBBS of America Researches the Economic Impact of Mentorship in our Communities
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America has unveiled a comprehensive study conducted alongside researchers from Harvard University and the U.S. Department of Treasury, highlighting the profound long-term benefits of mentorship programs. Spanning three decades of data, this research underscores mentorship as a pivotal factor in enhancing educational, economic, and social outcomes for youth.
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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.
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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.
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Help “End the Wait” for Children in Need of a Mentor
Currently, there are more than 120 children waiting to be matched with a mentor. To bring attention to their stories and inspire volunteers, we’re launching our new #TheBIGWait social media campaign. Every Wednesday, we’ll call on our supporters to help by highlighting the urgent need for mentors in specific areas.
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“FORE the Children Golf Tournament” Raises Close to $50k for BBBS
We are thrilled to share the success of our annual “FORE the Children Golf Tournament” held on Monday, July 29th, 2024, at the beautiful Brookfield Country Club. This year’s event was a resounding success, thanks to the incredible support from our community, sponsors, and tournament participants.
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Celebrating Hazel’s Story
Once a Little Sister, Hazel’s experience with her Big Sister inspired her to give back and become a Big Sister herself.
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Celebrating 50 Years of Mentoring
In 2021, BBBS will celebrate 50 years of providing one-to-one mentoring to a total of over 12,500 children facing adversity in the community.
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Statement of Guiding Principles to Advance Racial Equity and Justice
As leaders who are committed to equity and justice, as mission-focused organizations who are stewards of the public trust, and as a nonprofit sector with far-reaching impact on the national economy, the undersigned are committed to advancing racial justice and equity in all areas of civic and community life.
