Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint & Genesee County is a non-profit youth empowering organization.
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One of the biggest barriers is the perception of time required. It's no wonder given the world we live in - the commitment to work, family, and responsibilities can make one feel like anything else that will require time could be more than we have to give.
We're here to let you know...
It Takes Little to be Big!
Sign up to be a mentor today at https://bbbsflint.org/be-a-big/ or call our office for more information at (810) 235-0617
Let's welcome Little Brother Evander and Big Brother Noah as our New Match Monday!
Here's to another 100 Years Mott Community College! 🥳🥳
We had so much fun marching in the parade on Saturday to celebrate MCC's Centennial Celebration! Thank you MCC for inviting our village. We appreciate our Staff & Board, Bigs & Littles for marching with us!
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Mentoring is about being present in each other's lives, making memories, and creating a positive difference. Whether it's sharing a laugh, trying a new hobby, or simply being there to lend a listening ear...
A million little moments build bonds that last a lifetime!
Sign up to be a mentor today at https://bbbsflint.org/be-a-big/ or call our office for more information at (810) 235-0617
Look out, BOWL FOR KID'S SAKE! 🎳🎳
Gary Haggart was a firm believer in the power of community to band together to create new, fun opportunities. As such, we will continue to host BOWL FOR KID'S SAKE in his name for the 44th year! 😁
BOWL FOR KID'S SAKE wouldn't be possible without the community. Pictured are representatives from the Community Foundation of Greater Flint, NTC Church, and the Metro Highrollers. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you again soon!
Mark your calendars and prepare to have a blast with this year's theme: Old School 👾 versus New School!! 🎮
> February 23-26th
> Galaxy Lanes 2226 E. Hill Rd. Grand Blanc
> Registration information coming soon
🎺🎺 It's NEW MATCH MONDAY!! 🎺🎺
Introducing our newest match, Big Sister Ashley and Little Sister Chloe! We look forward to journey of empowerment with your Big Sister! And as always, ,
📞Want to become a volunteer mentor? Visit
bbbsflint.org/be or call 810-235-0617 to learn more.
It's almost time for BOWL FOR KID'S SAKE! 🎳🎳
Gary Haggart was a firm believer in the power of community to band together to create new, fun opportunities. As such, we will continue to host BOWL FOR KID'S SAKE in his name for the 44th year! 😁
BOWL FOR KID'S SAKE wouldn't be possible without the community. Pictured are representatives from Mott Community College Security, Rotary Club of Greater Flint Sunrise, and the families that make events like these possible! .Mark your calendars and prepare to have a blast with this year's theme: Old School 👾 versus New School!! 🎮
> February 23-26th
> Galaxy Lanes 2226 E. Hill Rd. Grand Blanc
> Registration information coming soon
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"Navigating New Norms" will highlight mentorship and how it can be used to inspire those around us.
We are honored to host our featured keynote speaker DeAndra Larkin! Currently serving as the Chief of Staff at Mott Community College, she can't wait to share with you her story of navigating new norms and the challenges that come with it.
Buy tickets today at https://give.classy.org/newnorm
We look forward to seeing you there!
> Monday, January 16th
> Registration begins at 9 a.m.
> Flint Farmer's Market
> Tickets: $20
We are so grateful to Golden Leaf Social Club for their generous donation of $900 to provide holiday assistance for our youth and families. Thank you Charles Paschal and Lottie Reid for joining BBBS in defending potential!
🎺🎺 It's NEW MATCH MONDAY!! 🎺🎺
Introducing our newest match, Big Sister Sloane and Little Sister Americ'a! We look forward to journey of empowerment with your Big Sister! And as always, ,
📞Want to become a volunteer mentor? Visit
bbbsflint.org/be or call 810-235-0617 to learn more.
Only TEN DAYS until Christmas!
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Mission Every One reinforces the importance of supporting mentorship by allowing shoppers to round up their purchases to the nearest dollar in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters.
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With YOUR help we can ensure more matches are made and the potential of every child is unlocked. Happy Shopping!
As 2022 comes to an end, it is important to remember all the good that was possible throughout the year. Every laugh, every smile, every little moment we shared that made somebody's life better.
At Big Brothers Big Sisters, we want foster more of these moments by connecting Bigs and Littles in 2023. With your generous, 100% tax deductible donation, your gift provides more than a mentoring opportunity. It gives the world what it needs—the
dreams and potential of America’s youth.
It's More than a Gift, it's Unlocking Potential.
DONATE TODAY: https://give.classy.org/More-Than
🎺🎺 It's NEW MATCH MONDAY!! 🎺🎺
Introducing Big Sister Nakisha and Little Sister Aubree! Thank you Nakisha for offering your mentorship, and as always, ,
📞Want to become a volunteer mentor? Visit
bbbsflint.org/be or call 810-235-0617 to learn more.
Opportunity means a lot to us at Big Brothers Big Sisters. The opportunity to work together, empower, inspire, give back, make a difference in our community, laugh, and develop lasting relationships to unlock the full potential of kids.
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2023 to us means more opportunity. With your generous, 100% tax deductible donation, Big Brothers Big Sisters can provide more opportunity for the kids in Genesee County. See more than a need. See the future that lies ahead.🫶
DONATE TODAY: https://give.classy.org/More-Than
Mark Your Calendars!
We are honored to host our featured keynote speaker DeAndra Larkin! Currently serving as the Chief of Staff at Mott Community College, she brings a wealth of wisdom and experience, and eagerly wants to share it with YOU! 🫵
"Navigating New Norms" will highlight mentorship and how it can be used to inspire those around us. Buy tickets today at https://give.classy.org/newnorm
We look forward to seeing you there!
> Monday, January 16th
> Flint Farmer's Market
> Tickets: $20
It's hard to believe that it has been almost a week since we celebrated the season with our youth, matches and families! We had a special guest who passed out gifts generously donated by Dollar General. Thank you Mark Branoff and Sally in coordination with Dr. Ibrahim Jarjoura, for providing treat bags for our Littles.
We thank for hosting our Holiday Party in their Blue Line room before the annual Flint Motorcycle Club Ice Races. Thank you Jason, Angela and Candance from for volunteering at the event. We also thank these volunteers: Ashley Curtis, Manvinder Toor, Cheyenne and her boyfriend.
Happy Holidays! 🎄☃️
THROWBACK THURSDAY 📆
While many recall our old logo on the left, does anybody recall this one from the right?? We stumbled across these mugs which can probably be categorized as vintage antiques now. 😆
Have a great Thursday from your friends at Big Brothers Big Sisters Genessee County!
Thankful Thursday ❤️❤️
We cannot thank the Flint Motorcycle Club enough for their support of one-to-one mentoring in Flint and Genesee County! We share a moment of silence for FMC member Ken Ward. He will be missed 🙏
The 62nd Annual Ice Races 🏆🏆were as entertaining as every. We had almost 100 youth, famlies and matches in attendance. Thank you FMC and everyone who came out to watch the races!
❤️❤️We are grateful to Scooters Bar and Grill and Flint Motorcycle Club for the Pre-Race Party last Thursday. Lisa Baker-Robbins and her staff did an amazing job🤩, as always. She collected over 130 items to auction. 🎤Shout out to Jeremy Fenech for being an awesome auctioner! Thank you to all who came out to support mentorship for youth in Flint and Genesee County!
When we see a kid, we see more than who they are. We see the world they can transform, and the potential they possess to make it happen. One gift can transform scores of lives- enabling kids to live up to their true potential. Donate today to ensure mentorship is accessible to all kids with a 100% tax deductible donation!
It’s more than a gift – It's Empowering Potential. 🫶
DONATE TODAY: https://give.classy.org/More-Than
We had the opportunity to meet former BBBS Board Member, Pat Martin last week. He served under Joe Ryder and Bob Enders from 1963-1979. Pat and current Board Member, Mark Branoff, shared stories about our long-rich history serving our community. 🫶
🎺🎺 It's NEW MATCH MONDAY!! 🎺🎺
Introducing Big Sister Nia and Little Sister Taylor! We can't wait to see how far you guys can go! And as always, ,
📞Want to become a volunteer mentor? Visit
bbbsflint.org/be or call 810-235-0617 to learn more.
Holiday deals, sales, and gifts are all available at Macy's!
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Mission Every One aims to unlock the best of what a young person has to offer the world. This campaign reinforces the importance of supporting mentorship by allowing shoppers to round up their purchases to the nearest dollar in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters.
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With YOUR help we can ensure more matches are made and the potential of every child is unlocked. Happy Shopping!
Holiday shopping is easier, quicker, and supportive when you shop Macy's! 🧣🎁
Beyond offering the latest fashion trends at affordable prices, Macy's is teaming up with Big Brothers Big Sisters to promote MISSION EVERY ONE: wherein YOU are invited to round up your purchase to the nearest dollar to benefit our organization.
It’s more than a donation — it’s allowing a young person to be heard. 📢
Your local Macy's is at 4600 Miller Rd, Flint, MI 48507
We're officially kicking off GIVING TUESDAY! 😄
When we see a kid, we see more than who they are. We see the world they can transform, and the potential they possess to make it happen. One gift can transform scores of lives—190, to be exact. Donate today to ensure mentorship is accessible to all kids.
It’s more than a donation — it’s making a difference. 🫶
DONATE TODAY: https://give.classy.org/More-Than
🎺🎺 It's NEW MATCH MONDAY!! 🎺🎺
Introducing Big Brother Drew and Little Brother A'Lontae! , thank you and always great to see another Monday Match!
📞Want to become a volunteer mentor? Visit
bbbsflint.org/be or call 810-235-0617 to learn more.
SPONSOR SUPPORT!
With Macy's Mission Every One campaign kicking off, be sure to stock up on all your holiday needs with the confidence that a portion of your sale will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters!
Help us Empower Potential. Shop Macy's.
SAVE THE DATE!
Join us for the Dr. Martin Luther King Mentoring Inspiration Breakfast featuring this year's topic: Navigating the New Norm.
> Monday, January 16th
> Registration: 8:30 a.m.
> Event Begins at 9:00 a.m.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING! 🦃🍖🥧
One of our favorite times of year. We're taking today to recognize the kindness, gratitude, and support we are shown by those in our lives, and repaying them forward, and we hope you will too.
Stay Safe Flint and Genessee County!
190 Children in Flint are waiting to be matched with a Big as the holiday season approaches.
At Big Brothers Big Sisters, we're doing everything we can to unlock the potential of our Littles- but we can't do it without your investment in mentorship. 😁
We're gearing up for GIVING TUESDAY to generate the support necessary to pave the way for the dreams of tomorrow by recognizing that its .
🎺🎺 It's NEW MATCH MONDAY!! 🎺🎺
Introducing Big Sister Miranda and Little Sister Haleigh! , thank you and always great to see another Big Little match!
📞Want to become a volunteer mentor? Visit
bbbsflint.org/be or call 810-235-0617 to learn more.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Holiday Sale ENDS AT MIDNIGHT! Last call to get your wreaths, poinsettias, body butters and candles for the holidays. This assortment is particularly special because your purchase will also help ignite the potential of youth in Flint and Genesee County! Click here to see our brochure:https://www.bbbsflint.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Holiday-Fundraiser-Customer-Order-Form.pdf
Send your order forms to [email protected]! HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!
WEEKEND RECAP!!
BIG BIG BIG Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the 2022 BIG Celebration! This annual experience only represents a fraction of the gratitude that we have for our community partners and volunteers. With the help of our title sponsor Big John Steak & Onion, we showered our village with the flowers they deserve. Thank you to Huntington National Bank for hosting us, to Bentley Florist for amplifying the aesthetic with your arrangements, and to Top of the Line Signs & Promotions for our banners!
The party does not stop! Catch us on Saturday, December 3rd for our Holiday Party!
Thank you to our sponsors:
Goyette Mechanical
Genesee Health System
ELGA Credit Union
Lawrence E. Moon Funeral Home
Hamilton Community Health Network
The Genesee Group
Mott Community College
United Way
Simms Chevrolet
Health Alliance Plan - HAP
The Williams Firm
The Woodrow Stanley Foundation
Kettering University
Convergent Technology Partners
Community Foundation of Greater Flint
The State Bank
Robert and Cindy Bois
EMS Home Services, LLC
Bishop International Airport
Drs. Bobby and Nita Mukkamala
GLS Building Trades
Hank Graff
Gazall Lewis Architects
Hema-Tec, Inc.
Michigan Vision Institute
Dort Financial
Reta Stanley
Senator James Ananich
Vendors:
Redwood Steakhouse and Brewery
KB Party Rental
Smuvi.
Peter McFray
Valley Tent Rental
Distinctive Recognition
🎺🎺 It's NEW MATCH MONDAY!! 🎺🎺
Introducing Big Sister Camryn and Little Sister Jaziayah! We wish you the best, and !
📞Want to become a volunteer mentor? Visit
bbbsflint.org/be or call 810-235-0617 to learn more.
We are so proud to recognize one of our Little Brothers, Andy, on Veteran's Day. He proudly serves in the US Air Force.
BBBS would like to thank Andy for his service and his Big Brother Bill for defending his potential ❤️🤍💙
There's no such thing as too early to start getting ready for the holiday season!
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Wojo's Greenhouse is partnering with Big Brothers Big Sister of Flint and Genesee County to offer the Holiday Fundraiser of 2022!
Featuring wreaths, poinsettias, and roping, Elle Jae Essentials is also providing body lotion and candles, so be sure to submit an order before November 18th!
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>> LINK:https://www.bbbsflint.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Holiday-Fundraiser-Customer-Order-Form.pdf
>>Submit orders by calling 810-235-0617, or email us at [email protected]
As the weather turns colder, its time to gear up for the 62nd annual INDOOR MOTORCYCLE RACE sponsored by the Flint Motorcycle Club! 🏍🏍
Join us the Pre-Ice Race Party at Scooters Bar and Grill on December 1st at 7pm, featuring auctions and raffles with proceeds benefitting BBBS! 🎟🎟
>> Scooters Bar and Grill, 6004 Torrey Road
>> December 1st, 7PM
>> Motorcycle Race Tickets: Adult: $20, Children 12 and under: $10
>> Tickets available for purchase at the Dort Financial Center at 3501 Lapeer Rd.
>> NOTE: Ice race tickets are available to youth enrolled in BBBS Mentoring programs for no cost! Contact your case manager for more information!
Because holidays aren't just for looks!
Fill your home with rich holiday scents, and truly embrace the holiday spirit by complimenting your Wojo's poinsettias and wreaths with Elle Jae Essentials scented candles!
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Featuring a 50+ hour burn time in a wide variety of handcrafted scents, Elle Jae Essentials are a must-have!
Ready to Order? Send this form filled ✏️✏️
https://www.bbbsflint.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Holiday-Fundraiser-Customer-Order-Form.pdf
out to us at [email protected] or make an order virtually by calling 810-235-0617
Let the countdown BEGIN!!
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We're less than a week out from the BIG CELEBRATION and we couldn't be more excited! Join us as we honor our esteemed community members who make our work possible. From the one-one work with youth, peer engagement sessions, workshops, and community partners, we couldn't do it without them.
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With your kind donations, let's GIVE THEM THEIR FLOWERS!
>>Saturday, November 12, 2022
>>6-9pm
>> 75$ Tickets available at: https://www.classy.org/event/big-brothers-big-sisters-big-celebration-2022/e423786
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Flint, MI
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It's New Match Monday! Please help us welcome to the BBBS Village Big Sister, Sherry, and Little Sister, Ava! Want to become a volunteer mentor? Visit bbbsflint.org/be or call 810-235-0617 to learn more. #NewMatchMonday #WelcomeToTheVillage
Thank you to Zito Construction for being a proud sponsor of KIDS BOWL-A-MANIA!!! Can’t wait to see you there! Wednesday August 10th 3-8pm Call 810-235-0617 to reserve your lane 🎳🔥
Having flashbacks to how fun Summer Learning Day was! Don’t worry 😉 we have more planned this summer. Join us on Wednesday, August 10th for Kids Bowl-A-Mania. Call 810-235-0617 and schedule a time for you and your family to bowl between 3 - 8pm. Slots are filling up fast 🔥
Check out our CEO & President, Lisa Humphrey, and Golf Committee Chairman, Mike Soboleski, interview with WNEM TV5 to hear more about our upcoming Golf Fore Kids' Sake Outing, and our Spring Flower Sale. Orders for the flower sale are due today, Friday, May 20th. To submit an order call 810-235-0617 or email [email protected]. For order forms, follow the linkhttps://www.bbbsflint.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Spring-Flower-Order-Form-and-Flyer-2022.pdf
Our Littles are doing BIG things! Watch the clip below to see Little Brothers, Antonio and Ashton, share their stories about heading to college. #IgnitePotential
Join the Big Brothers Big Sisters village. Become a mentor today. Visit bbbsflint.org/be or call 810-235-0617. #NationalVolunteerMonth #JoinTheVillage
#NationalMentorMonth #WhyWeMentor #JoinTheVillage
Today is National Volunteer Appreciation Day! Watch a message from our President & CEO, Lisa Humphrey, in honor of the awesome BBBS volunteers. #NationalVolunteerMonth #NationalVolunteerWeek #NationalVolunteerAppreciationDay
Thank you to Detroit Pistons Owner, Tom Gores, and United Way of Genesee County for making it possible for some of our Bigs and Littles to attend a game together! #JoinTheVillage #BiggerTogether #NationalVolunteerMonth
We have a new highest pledge achieving team this week... Congrats to the BBBS All-Stars! Get in the game today by registering a team for our Bowl For Kids' Sake fundraiser! Follow the link to register or make a donation: https://www.classy.org/event/43rd-annual-gary-haggart-bowl-for-kids-sake-fundraiser-event/e391056 #BowlForKidsSake22 #TheBIGDraft
Today marks the end of National Reading Month. Thank you to Metro Community Development for donating books for our Littles to read with their Bigs! #NationalReadingMonth #JoinTheVillage
Shoutout to last week's highest pledge achiever, Metro High Rollers! (Metro Community Development) Get in the game by drafting your bowling team and raising money for For Kids' Sake! Follow the link below to register a team for the event, or to make a donation to the cause: https://www.classy.org/event/43rd-annual-gary-haggart-bowl-for-kids-sake-fundraiser-event/e391056 #BowlForKidsSake22 #TheBIGDraft
Congrats to Peabody Insurance Agency for bringing in the most pledges for Bowl For Kids' Sake last week! We can't wait to see which team brings in the highest pledges next week! Don't plan on bowling but still want to donate? No problem! Click the link to make a donation: https://www.classy.org/event/43rd-annual-gary-haggart-bowl-for-kids-sake-fundraiser-event/e391056 #TheBigDraft #BowlForKidsSake22 #JoinTheVillage
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We have a BIG announcement to make! Arby's Foundation #BowlForKidsSake2022
Ready to draft your bowling team for Bowl For Kids' Sake-The BIG Draft? Watch as Destiny (one of our awesome Case Managers!) walks through the process of registering a team and creating a fundraising page. Need further assistance? Attend one of our coordinator meetings to get more details on how to get started. If you have questions, please call 810-235-0617 or email [email protected]. #BowlForKidsSake2022 #TheBIGDraft
Something BIG is coming soon! #NFL #InspireChange #TheBIGDraft22 #JoinTheVillage
Today is Thank Your Mentor Day. Watch a few of our Littles say thank you to their mentors. #ThankYourMentorDay #NationalMentoringMonth #JoinTheVillage
Today is I Am A Mentor Day! Big Brothers Big Sisters is as committed as ever to our mission of creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of Flint and Genesee County youth. Listen to our mentors as they describe what it means to be a Big Brother or Big Sister. Join The Village. Visit bbbsflint.org/be to become a mentor today. #IAmAMentor #JoinTheVillage
Happy New Year from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint & Genesee County!
Thank you for being a part of our Village. #JoinTheVillage #BiggerTogether #MerryChristmasEve
Jermaine Brown Board Member of Big Brothers Big Sisters with a Give10 Challenge!
A message about our GIVE10 campaign for our President & CEO Reta V. Stanley. bbbsflint.org/give10. #DefendersofPotential #BiggerTogether
September is Big Brothers Big Sisters Month We salute our 2020 milestone Bigs who are empowering kids to realize their biggest possible future. Please join our Board and Staff in a congratulatory Facebook “liked” #BBBSMonth #DefendersofPotential #BiggerTogether
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