IT TAKES LITTLE TO BE BIG

It doesn’t take much to make a difference. We’re transforming  mentorship, and committed to empowering all youth to reach their full potential. Find out how you can make a BIG impact on your community

the mission

Our mission is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.

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Become an ally to a child in your community. Defend their potential.

Getting your child a Big Brother or Big Sister
is giving your child the gift of mentorship.

HAPPENING NOW

Change a Life. Start with One Connection.

One caring connection can change a life. Today, Queen is more confident and excited about her future—that’s the power of mentoring.

But many more young people like Queen are waiting for that same opportunity. You can help make it happen. Your gift today will create more stories like Queen and De’Andrea—opening doors, building confidence, and giving youth the support they need to thrive.

The next match can start with you. Will you give today and help change a life?

January is National Mentoring Month - Join the Movement

National Mentoring Month shines a spotlight on the transformative power of mentorship and its role in shaping brighter futures for young people. It’s a time to celebrate mentors, raise awareness about the need for volunteers, and inspire communities to step up and make a lasting difference in the lives of youth.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Launches National Brand Campaign "It Takes Little to Be Big" to Transform Mentorship Across America

Big Brothers Big Sisters of American (BBBSA), the preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization in the United States,  has launched a bold new brand campaign “It Takes Little to Be Big,” to challenge the myths and shift perceptions of mentoring and why now, more than ever, mentorship is critical to the success of kids today.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee County

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee County

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint & Genesee County is a non-profit youth empowering organization.

Yesterday was an incredible opportunity for our matches and families as they visited the office of Representative Kristen McDonald-Rivet and met with her team to learn firsthand how a district office serves the community.The team delivered an engaging presentation that brought civic life to light in a real and relatable way. Youth learned how elected officials and their staff stay connected to constituents, how community concerns are received and elevated, and how congressional inquiries are used to help individuals and organizations navigate challenges, access resources, and seek information. The session helped demystify the relationship between representatives and constituents and showed how communication and advocacy shape responsive public service.The visit sparked curiosity and meaningful conversation as youth discovered that government is not distant in the future, but something they can engage with and influence today. It encouraged them to ask questions, think critically about their communities, and recognize that their voices matter in shaping decisions that affect their daily lives.We are excited to continue creating experiences like this that connect young people to opportunities, people, and places they may not otherwise encounter. We aim to broaden their perspectives, strengthen their confidence, and help them envision new possibilities for their future. These moments reflect our ongoing commitment to igniting potential and supporting meaningful growth for every young person we serve.#BiggerTogether #DefendPotential #MentorshipMatters #BigBrothersBigSisters #BeBigger #BeBig ... See MoreSee Less
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Join us this Saturday for our Rooks & Role Models Chess Club at the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm. For more info on participating, call us at the office at (810) 235-0617 or email us at info@bbbsflint.org.#BiggerTogether #DefendPotential #MentorshipMatters #BigBrothersBigSisters #BeBigger #BeBig ... See MoreSee Less
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We’re thrilled to share an inspiring collaboration with Epic Ink Pros—a woman-owned direct-to-wall printing studio serving Michigan and the Great Lakes region. Together over the last couple of months, we’ve been working with our incredible Littles to bring a one-of-a-kind mural to life right here in the BBBS office.In our first meeting, Epic Ink Pros spent time with our Littles... inviting them to dream big and express what mentoring means to them through drawings, quotes, and personal messages. Soon, their ideas and inspiration will be transformed into a vibrant mural in the BBBS Conference Room that celebrates the impact of mentorship in the most meaningful way.Stay tuned as their voices and visions come to life on our walls!#BiggerTogether #DefendPotential #MentorshipMatters #BigBrothersBigSisters #BeBigger #BeBig #InspireChange ... See MoreSee Less
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It's a Wrap!The 47th Annual Gary Haggart Bowl For Kids' Sake, presented by the Arby's Foundation, officially concluded on Thursday with our Wrap Party at the Arby's Location on Hill 23 Drive in Flint!This year's campaign raised a total of $123,167.63 for Kids' Sake!!! Thank you to everyone who bowled, made a pledge, volunteered and sponsored this year's event! It's because of you, that we can continue to make an impact on the youth of Flint & Genesee County through one-to-one mentorships!Also, a special shout out to this year's Challenge Winners, High Pledge Achiever and Grand Prize Drawing winner!Financial Institution Challenge – ELGA Credit Union, $13,506.63 pledgedCivic / Law Enforcement Agency Challenge – Genesee County Prosecutor’s Office: $1,105 pledgedMedia Challenge – WJRT / WNEM: $500 in pledgedDivine Nine Challenge – Delta Sigma Theta, Inc.: $1,085 pledgedFaith‑Based Challenge – OMAN Court #132: $2,065 pledgedHigh Pledge Achiever - Connie Legue: $1,450 pledgedGrand Prize Drawing Winner - Dean Munger#BiggerTogether #DefendPotential #MentorshipMatters #BigBrothersBigSisters #BeBigger #BeBig #InspireChange ... See MoreSee Less
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🏈Just one play can level them up. If you have a moment to play catch, or a moment to watch a game, you have what it takes to be BIG and help a kid thrive! 🫵 In #TheBigDraft search for 10,000 Bigs nationwide, we select you.🔗 Learn more and join our roster: bbbsflint.org/be-a-big/#BiggerTogether #DefendPotential #MentorshipMatters #BigBrothersBigSisters #BeBigger #BeBig #InspireChange ... See MoreSee Less
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