http://www.BBBS.org/Newsroom Welcome to the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America RSS Feed. Here you will find up-to-date information about Big Brothers Big Sisters, such as press releases, newsletters, donation opportunities, and media mentions of us in the news. http://www.bbbs.org/atf/cf/%7B1D98620C-CB6F-4825-A0AC-6E5BDFFC78E5%7D/BBBS_Logo_3K.gif http://www.BBBS.org/Newsroom 124 81 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 14:00:00 EST en-us 10 On the first anniversary of President Barack Obama's election, the glow of his ascendancy may be fading for some but hope is still burning bright for a growing number of African-American men who have been inspired by Obama to step up their game. Organizations from black fraternities to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America say they're seeing a change of conduct among black men. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966241&content_id=%7B540801A0-DF86-45A8-AF14-E36603894D87%7D&notoc=1 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966241&content_id=%7B540801A0-DF86-45A8-AF14-E36603894D87%7D&notoc=1 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:30:00 EST In the October newsletter, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America's new President and CEO Karen Mathis sends her warmest greetings and gratitude to all our supporters for their commitment to our nation's children http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=7624445 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=7624445 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:30:00 EST Shannon and Josh, a Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City match, is a top 5 finalist to be in the National United Way video LIVE UNITED Story Search. Please vote for them TODAY to help them win! http://www.liveunited.tv/united/index.php?play=13039 http://www.liveunited.tv/united/index.php?play=13039 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:20:00 EST Beyond School Walls, made possible by funding from Comcast, is Big Brothers Big Sisters' nationwide mentoring program in which companies give back to their communities by hosting and mentoring children from area schools at their offices. http://wcco.com/video/?id=68571 http://wcco.com/video/?id=68571 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 13:30:00 EST Quarterback Dominic Randolph has led Holy Cross to a 4-0 record this year, but it's his work off the field with his Little Brother Franky, and his recruitment of other players to become volunteers that is most remarkable. http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/03/sports/ncaafootball/03holycross.html?_r=1 http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/03/sports/ncaafootball/03holycross.html?_r=1 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:30:00 EST In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15), Big Brothers Big Sisters is issuing a challenge, asking the Latino community, supporters and donors to pull together to ensure that every Hispanic child who needs a caring mentor gets one. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1728011&content_id=%7B217C6510-7C49-4CD4-BF63-1D84709724C3%7D&notoc=1 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1728011&content_id=%7B217C6510-7C49-4CD4-BF63-1D84709724C3%7D&notoc=1 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:30:00 EST Judy Vredenburgh says goodbye after 10 years as President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=7322867 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=7322867 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:30:00 EST The United Way is having a video contest called Live United. Please follow the link below to a video from a Big Brother in Kansas City and vote for him! http://liveunited.tv/united/index.php?play=13039&page=1&mode=recent http://liveunited.tv/united/index.php?play=13039&page=1&mode=recent Fri, 21 Aug 2009 13:30:00 EST In this July newsletter, we hope that you will watch our latest video which clearly illustrates how our Donors impact Big Brothers Big Sisters. Contributions of all sizes increase the number of matches we are able to create and sustain. Also, we have a match story that illustrates why monetary donations of all sizes make such a difference in a child's life. At 10 years old, he has mapped out his life's goals to follow in the footsteps of his Big Brother Ben, who was named the 2009 National Big Brother of the Year. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=7264629 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=7264629 Thu, 30 Jul 2009 13:30:00 EST Visit an Arby's restaurant today and donate $1 to help Arby's raise $2 million for Big Brothers Big Sisters. And that's not all! As a thank you for your donation you will receive a coupon redeemable for $1 off select Arby's menu items during your next visit. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966273&ct=7100463 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966273&ct=7100463 Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:00:00 EST Changing How Our Children Grow Up in America, the powerful opening video for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America's 2008 National Conference, has received national recognition. FMP, creator of visually-based business communications, picked up a 2009 Silver Telly Award for its production of the moving video. http://www.bbbs.org/videos/Urgent_Relevant http://www.bbbs.org/videos/Urgent_Relevant Fri, 17 Jul 2009 13:00:00 EST Big Brothers Big Sisters depends on donations from individuals like you. Now you can make a donation straight from your cell phone. Just follow this link and then enter your mobile number to help children in your community reach their potential. http://invenue.com/widget/widget.php?w=ce4e578453076d595dc2cdb198c38ad5 http://invenue.com/widget/widget.php?w=ce4e578453076d595dc2cdb198c38ad5 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 13:00:00 EST Big Brothers Big Sisters supports President Barack Obama's Fatherhood Initiative, saying it is consistent with the donor and volunteer supported mentoring network's mission. Big Brothers Big Sisters, through its 400 local agencies, serves nearly 260,000 American youth and is proven to help children of single, low-income and incarcerated parents succeed. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966273&ct=7161821 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966273&ct=7161821 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:00:00 EST We have long believed that children with a Big Brother or Big Sister have grown up to be more productive, positive and confident members of society. In fact, we just released the results of our latest and most compelling survey yet to confirm our beliefs. The report finds that children who participated in Big Brothers Big Sisters have become more successful in their adult lives than children who grew up without Bigs. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=7159371 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=7159371 Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:00:00 EST Big Brothers Big Sisters is on Facebook. Become a fan today! http://www.facebook.com/BigBrothersBigSisters http://www.facebook.com/BigBrothersBigSisters Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:00:00 EST A study conducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of Big Brothers Big Sisters finds adults mentored as children through Big Brothers Big Sisters are more likely than peers with similar backgrounds but who were not involved in the program to have a four-year college degree, incomes of $75,000 or more. They also report strong relationships with their spouses, children and friends http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966273&ct=7085007 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966273&ct=7085007 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:00:00 EST Big Brothers Big Sisters recognized its Big Brother of the Year and Big Sister of the Year at its 2009 National Conference. The 2009 Big Brother of the Year is Ben De Leon, an Austin, Texas attorney matched three years ago with now 10-year old Anthony. The Big Sister of the Year is Debbie Groulik of Fort Wayne, Indiana, matched with her now 18-year-old Little Sister, Jocelyn, for nearly 10 years. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966273&ct=7085111 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966273&ct=7085111 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 13:00:00 EST The nation's largest African-American Fraternities have joined forces in an unprecedented union with Big Brothers Big Sisters to help African-American boys succeed. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966273&ct=7084999 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966273&ct=7084999 Mon, 08 Jun 2009 13:00:00 EST Graduation time is an exhilarating time for everyone a part of Big Brothers Big Sisters, as we see first hand the big impact our programs have on the youth in our schools. Plus, read our 2008 Annual Report and learn about our newest (and coolest) partner, Great Wolf Lodge (and waterpark!). http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=7049171 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=7049171 Thu, 28 May 2009 13:00:00 EST The Board of Directors of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Mathis as President and Chief Executive Officer effective September 15, 2009. Mathis comes to Big Brothers Big Sisters with a demonstrated commitment to children and their families. She is a former Big Sister; she created the Youth at Risk program for the American Bar Association; she serves as a director on the Board of Volunteers of America; and she is a past board leader for the Mile High Girl Scout Council. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=6996739 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=6996739 Thu, 14 May 2009 13:00:00 EST This past Friday, Big Brothers Big Sisters board leader and Good Morning America Anchor Kate Snow delivered an incredibly powerful match impact story. She interviewed Chester Ross and David Loughran of White Plains, NY, who were matched by our Westchester, NY agency in 1979 when Chester was 65 and David was 7. At the end of her Good Morning America piece, Kate articulates how Big Brothers Big Sisters relies not only on volunteers, but on donors to make match relationships successful. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966241&content_id=%7B442EB012-4B5E-46C9-838D-290E18C9232D%7D&notoc=1&tr=y&auid=4822998 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966241&content_id=%7B442EB012-4B5E-46C9-838D-290E18C9232D%7D&notoc=1&tr=y&auid=4822998 Tue, 05 May 2009 13:00:00 EST In this April issue, you'll meet a real American Idol Final Five performer who's been a Big Brother for years. American Idols are not just the men and women that sing their hearts out every week on television; they are also the men and women who lend their hearts out to the boys and girls in their communities who need a friend. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=6959309 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=6959309 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 13:00:00 EST Legendary drummer Zoro talks about the impact his mentoring relationship had in his success. http://www.norfolkdailynews.com/main.asp?Search=1&ArticleID=15658&SectionID=5&SubSectionID=&S=1 http://www.norfolkdailynews.com/main.asp?Search=1&ArticleID=15658&SectionID=5&SubSectionID=&S=1 Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:00:00 EST Big Brothers Big Sisters will take time to recognize and thank its mentors and donors during National Volunteer Week 2009 (April 19-25) as record numbers of volunteer inquiries are creating an increased demand for money to mentor more children. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1728011&content_id=%7B84DEC8C1-0869-4E7F-B56C-785CAE75E4E6%7D&notoc=1 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1728011&content_id=%7B84DEC8C1-0869-4E7F-B56C-785CAE75E4E6%7D&notoc=1 Mon, 13 Apr 2009 13:15:00 EST Judy Vredenburgh's 10 year tenure as President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters and her impressive results are celebrated by major newspaper http://www.philly.com/philly/news/homepage/42841087.html http://www.philly.com/philly/news/homepage/42841087.html Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:00:00 EST A study of a Big Brothers Big Sisters of America formal mentoring program revealed that strong emotional support and improvement in girls psychosocial functioning http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/04/090402163725.htm http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/04/090402163725.htm Fri, 03 Apr 2009 11:00:00 EST Big Brothers Big Sisters of America set a record for volunteer inquiries during Mentoring Month in January. The Philadelphia-based mentoring organization credits the spike to President Barack Obama's call for Americans to commit to public service, not just one day out of the year but for the long-term http://www.nptimes.com/09Apr/npt-090401-3.html http://www.nptimes.com/09Apr/npt-090401-3.html Thu, 02 Apr 2009 13:00:00 EST It"s Bowl For Kids" Sake time at many of our agencies, create a team and start raising funds TODAY. Also, Tyshawn Taylor shines with the Kansas Jayhawks in March Madness, while giving thanks to his former Big Brother Tom Spencer. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=6867547 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1720039&ct=6867547 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:00:00 EST Through April 11, customers can visit their neighborhood Rent-A-Center to donate one dollar and sign a colorful spring egg to raise funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1728011&content_id=%7B6A75FF4A-52FD-47DE-B8EA-99B9E4310FAA%7D&notoc=1 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=1728011&content_id=%7B6A75FF4A-52FD-47DE-B8EA-99B9E4310FAA%7D&notoc=1 Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:00:00 EST Big Brothers Big Sisters has named Jim Roolf America's Big Citizen, 2009. Roolf, a 57-year-old Joliet, Illinois banker, is the winner of an online contest held in January in recognition of Mentoring Month where people across the country nominated and voted for Big-hearted Americans who are doing extraordinary things to help vulnerable children in their communities. http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966273&ct=6764609 http://www.bbbs.org/site/apps/nlnet/content2.aspx?c=diJKKYPLJvH&b=3966273&ct=6764609 Mon, 02 Feb 2009 13:00:00 EST