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To provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported, one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) works with corporate companies, communities, and schools to find both children and volunteers for our program. These children and families are then interviewed to make sure they are a great fit for BBBSMA. Each volunteer goes through an interview process as well, where they complete a background check and training to prepare them to the the best Big Brother or Big Sister. Our team then hand-selects each Big and Little match, based on factors like similar interests and geographical location.
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This year, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta welcomed a new leader. Our President and CEO, Kwame Johnson, offers a wealth of experience in the non-profit sector, and a pragmatic philosophy that promises to move our organization in an exciting new direction. Here Kwame discusses the future of Metro Atlanta’s youth, and the part Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta will take in effecting positive change in our community.
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by Kwame Johnson
I’ve been the President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta for only a few months now, but I’ve been a fan of the organization for the majority of my career for two reasons: the impact and the results. What is most vital about our approach is that it’s relationship-based. We believe that relationships change people, not programs. How can an individual form a relationship with another individual and change that person’s...
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by JM
In June, we pay tribute to our dads by celebrating Father’s Day. We can observe the day by flipping burgers with dad, gifting him the loudest tie we can find, and having a discussion about how surprising the Braves have been this season. While these are all great things to do on Father’s Day, we’d like to suggest another way you can honor the role your dad has played in your life.
What better way to honor the wisdom, advice, and quality...
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We recently hosted our monthly Community Guilds STE(A)M Truck workshop with 21 matches in attendance. Our Bigs & Littles made one-of-a-kind kaleidoscopes while utilizing important scientific and mathematical principles. #science #math #STEM #BBBSATL Become a Big and get in on the fun! http://bit.ly/2Ef8oUz
Today’s “Big Picture” event allowed us to share our mission and our message with our allies in the #Atlanta business community. Thank you to all who made it out. We appreciate you! #bbbsatl
Treat yourself! Head to Macy's at the Cumberland Mall and round up your purchase to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta! We are the fundraising beneficiary in The Big Give Back Round-Up Campaign. Hurry! The campaign ends at closing 8/15! 💚
