When Big Sister Brittany was growing up, her older sister had a Big Sister, and Brittany saw the impact of mentoring firsthand. Inspired by her sister’s Big, Brittany became a Big herself. And that’s how she met her Little, Alexis. Knowing how much Alexis loved horses, Brittany bought her a little unicorn necklace. She wrapped […]
Shop Your Community Day will be held in downtown Traverse City Saturday, November 10, 2018 to benefit local charities, including Big Brothers Big Sisters. Mark your calendar to shop downtown on Saturday, November 10th when 15% of each purchase you make will be donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters OR the charity of your choice! […]
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan (Bigs) along with more than 270 Big Brother Big Sisters agencies across the country today unveiled a new, modern look and brand repositioning with a goal of recruiting more diverse volunteers. “The need in Northwestern Michigan for young people to have a role model is more urgent than […]
On Saturday, November 3, 2018, Mitch Albom will appear on stage at Milliken Auditorium for an evening of enlightenment, conversation and laughter to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan through the celebration of his new novel The Next Person You Meet in Heaven. His newest novel, and the long-awaited sequel to the mega bestseller The […]
Big Brothers Big Sisters has a goal to serve an additional 200 children by 2021, and is thrilled to welcome two dynamic women to their team of professionals, to make that goal a reality. Krista Cooper, a Traverse City native, joins Bigs as the new Director of Mentoring after serving the Traverse Symphony Orchestra as […]
Joined Bowl for Kids’ Sake and wondering what you should write in the email to your friends, family and co-workers?? Check out these awesome templates! If you are participating in Traverse City: Email Templates for Participants TC If you are participating in Harbor Springs: Email Templates for Participants HS Haven’t joined Bowl for Kids’ Sake […]
The Charlevoix Area Community Foundation, Hestia Women’s Giving Circle, and the Char/Em United Way each provided funding to help Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan (BIGS) begin a new School-Based mentoring program at Charlevoix Elementary School. Funds will be used to expand the current number of children being served, with a goal of adding […]
At its National Conference in San Diego, California on June 26, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America presented our local Big’s office with the National Quality Award for the second year in a row. This award, from the National Leadership Council (NLC), is bestowed to Big Brothers Big Sisters’ mentoring agencies nationwide for meeting or exceeding […]
Big Brothers Big Sisters First Annual Golf Event Thursday, September 1st LochenHeath Golf Club Sponsorship opportunities available! Bigs Golf Invitational: USGA handicap index of 12.0 or under required Start time 8:00am Details click here Bigs Golf Scramble: Only 4 spots left!! Shotgun start at 2:00pm 4 person scramble Details click here Can’t Join Us But Want To […]
Make it a day full of adventure!! You can enjoy strolling through historic Pennsylvania Park finding treasures provided by the talented artisans in our show, peruse the beautiful downtown area and take in the offerings of the Festival on the Bay! Interested in being a vendor? We still have a few booth openings! To apply, click here. Check […]