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.
Sponsor the 2021 Annual Gala!
There’s still time to sponsor this year’s 50th Anniversary Celebration—our Annual Gala re-imagined for 2021! Find out how.
Sponsor the 2021 Fore the Children Golf Tournament!
There’s still time to sponsor this year’s big summer event—our 15th Annual FORE The Children Golf Tournament! Find out how.
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.
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.
Help End the Wait!
With this loss of funding and a shortage of potential volunteers, there are close to 160 local children who are waiting to be matched with a mentor, a Big Brother, or a Big Sister.
A Message from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara and the Southern Tier
Unacceptable acts of violence like we have witnessed with Mr. George Floyd and current outbreaks makes our mission more important than ever.
Volunteer Information Sessions Every Tuesday
Join us for volunteer information sessions every Tuesday at noon to learn more about our agency and the volunteer opportunities we offer.
Our Response to COVID-19
We are closely monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation and are taking steps to minimize the impact of an outbreak.
Help Recruit the Next Generation of Bigs to our Team.
The Big Draft is here. You’re on the clock! We’re thrilled to announce the Big Draft Recruitment Campaign! While the NFL is drafting its next players, we want to engage our community to help us draft the next generation of Bigs. This recruitment campaign stems from the BBBS partnership with the NFL Inspire Change Initiative. The goal of that program is to advance the national conversation and progress on social justice and to create positive change in communities across the country. The NFL supports our efforts to break down barriers and build stronger communities through our mentoring program. From Feb. 9 – April 25, 2020 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara and the Southern Tier is following the NFL draft, aiming to recruit potential…