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ACTIVE MATCHES IN KANSAS CITY

HOURS OF ONE-TO-ONE MENTORING THIS WEEK

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Our Impact As Of

August 15, 2022

STANDING TOGETHER TO DEFEND POTENTIAL  

In a world of causes, we make a difference by creating professionally supported, one-to-one Matches for kids who want to realize their full potential.

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To clear the path to a child’s biggest possible future.

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MEET OUR MATCHES

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There are over 1,300 active matches in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program and each one of them has a story. Take a minute and get to know just a few of our amazing Matches here.

Since 2014

Tandra & Gabby

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Since 2011

Kevin & Luis

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Since 2007

John & Rachaad

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Since 2018

Brian, Bonnie, & Oskar

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Since 2014

Burt & Colten

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Since 2018

Chris & Shane

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News and Stories

The 2022 Ambassador of Potential Scholarship Recipients

The Ambassadors of Potential Scholarship Program offered $10,000 in scholarships, funded by the Big Brothers Big Sisters Ambassadors, to BBBS Littles seeking a degree in higher education. These six Littles exemplify what a true ambassador of potential is and we are...
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Meet Big Brother Kevin & Little Brother Luis

Luis and Kevin were Matched in 2011. Luis was thirteen when his mother, Caroline, enrolled him in the program hoping that he’d be able to connect with a positive male role model. Now, over ten years later, we sat down with Luis and Kevin to learn about their...
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Purchase Tickets to Win the Ultimate Tailgating Machine

Big Brothers Big Sisters will be selling raffle tickets starting July 1st for one lucky person to drive away as the owner of this one-of-a-kind van! Imagine arriving at your next event in this remodeled, modern, tailgating machine! This van is perfect to take with you...
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Upcoming Events

SUMMER BOWL FOR KIDS' SAKE

July 1, 2022

Summer Bowl for Kids’ Sake is Big Brothers Big Sisters largest and most important annual fundraiser.  All you have to do is gather your friends, fundraise to support BBBS and show up for a fun party.

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RISE ROOFTOP CRAWL

August 27, 2022

It’s official! RISE will be back on August 27, 2022! The RISE 2022 theme is Forever Young and will be presented by CommunityAmerica Credit Union and Veracity Consulting.

Participants will get to experience some of the coolest Crossroads rooftops while reliving childhood favorites through rooftop themes like Toys and Games, Summer Camp, and more!

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MOST WANTED AUCTION

December 10, 2022

Annually a class of dynamic, charismatic, charitable, passionate, hard-working professionals are chosen to be honored as KC’s Most Wanted. These individuals are movers and shakers who are making a big difference in their profession and in their community. Most Wanted Honorees deserve to be recognized for the work they have already accomplished and for their ambitions that we are sure will be turning heads for years to come. 

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