Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta celebrated the new school year by distributing 1,000 bookbags with essential supplies at our annual Back-to-School event held July 12th, 2025. The day also featured free haircuts, food, and beverages to support and empower our Littles.

This June, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta and Chattahoochee Valley hosted our largest Graduation Celebration to date at Georgia State University, honoring 81 Senior Littles with nearly 300 attendees. The event featured inspiring speeches and performances, underscoring the power of mentorship and community support. A notable highlight was the awarding of nearly $50,000 in scholarships, thanks to generous corporate partners & BBBS. The Class of 2025 celebrated impressive achievements, with 99% graduating on time and 93% pursuing further education or careers.

Our boys recently enjoyed an inspiring event at our headquarters, thanks to The DeKalb Alphas. The day included two engaging breakout sessions: one on tying a tie and another on public speaking and building confidence. This special opportunity, held during Mental Health Awareness Month, emphasized the significance of promoting mental well-being through mentorship and personal development.

Thanks to Accenture's generous sponsorship of our Beyond School Walls program, 41 students from Benjamin Mays High School stepped into the shoes of consultants for a day. They had the chance to explore Accenture's futuristic innovation hub and even tackle real-world challenges.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta recently hosted the "Say Yes to The Dress Prom" event on March 29, presented by The Lady Hawks, to help high school girls prepare for the 2025 prom season. The event, held at BBBSMA headquarters in Atlanta, offered 36 participants free dresses, shoes, accessories, and makeup.

Big Appreciation Night was a beautiful celebration of community, mentorship, and the unwavering commitment to empowering youth. The event not only recognized the hard work of countless individuals but also reinforced the vital role that BBBSMA plays in shaping brighter futures for the youth of Metro Atlanta.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro ATL hosted its 2nd Teen Leadership Summit at Morehouse College, empowering youth in STEAM with workshops and more.

ATLANTA – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) held its 30th Annual Legacy Luncheon on November 21 at The Fox Theatre. The event raised nearly $400K through sponsorship, fundraising, and a live and silent auction. For the first time, this year’s Legacy Awards shifted from the traditional gala to a luncheon format.  

ATLANTA – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta (BBBSMA) held its 30th Annual Legacy Luncheon on November 21 at The Fox Theatre. The event raised nearly $400K through sponsorship, fundraising, and a live and silent auction. For the first time, this year’s Legacy Awards shifted from the traditional gala to a luncheon format.  

This weekend, BBBSMA matches were invited to the Atlanta United FC v. Inter Miami CF game. It was the second game of the season—where Atlanta United won!One of the highlights of the event was the recognition of Kene, the 2024 Little Brother of the Year. Kene was honored with the title of Honorary Captain for the game. This special recognition was a testament to his outstanding achievements and the strong bond he shares with his Big Brother, Karl.

Recently, The Gathering Spot ATL hosted a networking event and panel discussion – “Black Men and the Power of Mentorship.” The event focused on the crucial role of empowerment in transforming the communities of metro Atlanta. The event drew over 100 attendees, all united by a shared commitment to making a positive impact. 

Big thanks to Kraig Torres and his incredible team at Boxcar at Hop City West End for participating in The Big Little Dine Out series!

On October 12th, we had a marvelous time at this year’s Superhero themed Annual Picnic held at Pittsburgh Yards, uniting 800 amazing attendees with delicious food, fun fueled activities, and surprise superhero guests!

ATLANTA, GA – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta held its 13th annual Bigs Swing Fore Littles golf tournament on September 12, 2024, at the TopGolf Midtown in Atlanta, Georgia. A revolutionized, high-tech twist on our traditional golf tournament, guests networked while teeing off to defend Atlanta youth potential.

Invest Fest is an innovative and impactful event, bringing entrepreneurs together for discussions around financial and business advancement.The event featured speakers such as 50 Cent, Steve Harvey and Daymond John, leading insightful conversations on topics like investing, stocks, and estate planning, among various other financial topics.

Community collaboration, long-term impact, and personal growth were at the heart of our recent cultivation event.