TOGETHER, WE ARE DEFENDERS OF POTENTIAL
Potential lives within every child. We are Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region. For over 60 years, we’ve been here to defend every child’s potential. Join us! Be a mentor, and help us build the biggest possible future for children in our community.
local kids currently have a caring adult mentor.
kids are waiting for a Big to ignite their potential.
Our Mission
Create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
Our Vision
All youth achieve their full potential.
Our Impact
%
of Littles show higher scholastic competency and commitment to learning.
%
of Littles exhibit fewer risk-taking behaviors.
%
of Littles reported higher self-esteem, social acceptance, and more connected to family.
%
of Littles show higher scholastic competency and commitment to learning.
%
of Littles exhibit fewer risk-taking behaviors.
%
of Littles reported higher self-esteem, social acceptance, and more connected to family.
Meet Our Matches
Amy & Madi
Cheryl & Destiny
Rich & Jason
Karl & Demetri
Eric & Lyle
Annie & Emily
Meet Our Matches
Amy & Madi
Their Story >>
Rich & Jason
Their Story >>
Cheryl & Destiny
Their Story >>
Eric & Lyle
Their Story >>
Annie & Emily
Their Story >>
Karl & Demetri
Their Story >>
Our Programs
Community Based Mentoring
You and a child participate in everyday activities together on average of two to three times per month. You help that child build confidence and skills. Mentors can be individuals, couples or families.
Virtual Mentoring
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, BBBS has launched new virtual mentoring programs for elementary school students during the 2020-21 school year. Bigs and Littles meet weekly over Zoom to work on reading and communication skills and engage in fun activities!
Our Programs
Community Based Mentoring
You and a child participate in everyday activities together on average of two to three times per month. You help that child build confidence and skills. Mentors can be individuals, couples or families.
Virtual Mentoring
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, BBBS has launched new virtual mentoring programs for elementary school students during the 2020-21 school year. Bigs and Littles meet weekly over Zoom to work on reading and communication skills and engage in fun activities!
Invest in Something Big
When you invest in Big Brothers Big Sisters, you change the lives of at-risk youth in your community. Potential starts with you and your gift.
Invest in Something Big
When you invest in Big Brothers Big Sisters, you change the lives of at-risk youth in your community. Potential starts with you and your gift.
LATEST NEWS
The Latest on COVID-19
At Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region, child safety is our top priority. With this in mind, we have been keeping a close eye on COVID-19.
BBBS and Moms Demand Action Present BeSMART for Kids
The safety of children is our top priority at BBBS. We’re teaming up with Mom’s Demand Action for BeSMART for Kids gun safety programs.
Angel Moore Honored With The Charles J. Strosacker Award In Memoriam
United Way of Midland County honored Angel Moore with the 2020 Charles J. Strosacker Award in memoriam. Moore, 29, passed away unexpectedly in September 2020. As Director of Mentoring Programs at Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region, she was dedicated to improving the lives of our neighbors and creating lasting impact in the region and beyond.
