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OF LITTLES IMPROVED GRADES

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LITTLES GRADUATED FROM HIGH SCHOOL LAST YEAR

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LITTLES REPORT HIGHER SELF-ESTEEM

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LITTLES BELIEVE THEIR BIG HAS A POSITIVE IMPACT

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We Value Fostering Growth

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We Value Teamwork

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WHO WE ARE

STANDING TOGETHER TO DEFEND POTENTIAL

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City works to clear the path to a child’s biggest possible future by matching them with a caring, adult mentor in a one-to-one friendship. “Bigs” help “Littles” ignite, empower and defend their potential by standing with them. Last year, 100% of the Senior Littles graduated high school, 83% reported improved self esteem and 71% reported improved grades since being matched.

OUR LEADERSHIP

Click here to view our 2023 Board Handbook.

Board of Directors

Our talented and dedicated Board of Directors leads the BBBSKC agency in making important decisions and guiding the organization to success.

Current Members:

 

  • Alfredo Garcia
  • Andrew Gilstrap
  • Andy Wiltz
  • Anthony Carey
  • Ashley Mahoney
  • Chris Evans
  • Chris Kolquist
  • Cynthia Simpson
  • Dana Jermain
  • Dana Tatum
  • Delia Marin
  • Erica Jones
  • Issac Collins
  • Jeff Dreiling
  • Jeff King
  • Liz Lewis
  • Marshall Lockton
  • Melissa Beltrame
  • Ruth Brackney
  • Ryan Manies
  • Scott P. Strawn
  • Tandra Stacer
  • Tanner Cain
  • Yolanda Waldon

 

 

Big Impact Group

The Big Impact Group is a group of dedicated young professionals who volunteer their time, talents and energy to support fundraising and recruitment initiatives. 

Current Members:

  • Alessandra Graber
  • Alex Atkinson
  • Allison Clements
  • Andrew Vogliardo
  • Anthony Valles
  • Avery Bowers
  • Charlie Mosher
  • Chad Gerdes
  • Clay Roberts
  • Cody Blevins
  • Dana Isidro
  • Derek Stuchlik
  • Elizabeth Gabbert
  • Emily Thorpe
  • Erin Williamson
  • Haley Freeman
  • Jessica Jackson
  • Jessica Marsh
  • Josh Van Auken
  • Jordan Canupp
  • Justin Mutzbauer
  • Kaitlyn Steinacher
  • Katasha Kumar
  • Kate Marxkors
  • Leslie Mann
  • Liz Black
  • Loryn Polo
  • MacKenzie Magwire
  • Mary Cate Reinert
  • Mario Rodriguez
  • Megan McClure
  • Megan Heyen
  • Melanie Clark
  • Melissa Windon
  • Michael Klingler
  • Michael Giangregorio
  • Michelle Fontes
  • Mike Lierz
  • Olivia Meyer
  • Patrick LeSage
  • Shane Gordon
  • Sydney Sutherland
  • Taran Speak
  • Tegan Bruce
  • Tiandre Miller
  • Tim Jardine
  • Tony Dougherty
  • Zach Harsch
  • Zachary Pfannenstiel

    Learn more about the Big Impact Group here >

    Thrift Operations Board

    This board focuses on BBBSKC’s partnership with Savers Thrift Stores and the clothing donation business. They make decisions that lead a productive and profitable model that provides funding to the BBBSKC program.

    Current Members:

    • Alex Block
    • Brandon McManamy
    • Brett Wacha
    • Ed Broxterman
    • Jason Buck
    • Jeff Shipley
    • Michael Briscoe
    • Mike Rivera
    • Robert Beltrame
    • Sandy Aschenbrenner
    • Scott Keen
      Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Board

      The Big Brothers Big Sisters JEDI Board is a group of community leaders that champion Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives for the agency by focusing on recruiting volunteers to become Bigs. The goal of the JEDI Advisory Board is to recruit diverse Bigs through community outreach, networking at various events, fostering meaningful relationships with community leaders, and helping to provide inclusive programming. There is an increase of Littles who identify with the LGBT community and roughly 80% of Littles in the program are children of color; therefore, the need for a more diverse volunteer pool continues to be a top priority for BBBSKC and the board. The JEDI Advisory Board uses their connections, passion, and knowledge to provide resources to BBBSKC, brainstorm new ideas, assist in planning events and campaigns designed around diverse recruitment, and increase our inclusive community presence. 

      Members:

      • Alfred Jones
      • Allie Rojas-Meier
      • Brian Kantanka
      • Brittany Connor
      • Casi Riegle
      • Cathie Chesen
      • Chris Butler
      • Christoper Moore
      • David Rodriguez
      • Denise White
      • Donteavious Young
      • Hao Quach
      • Jay Hernandez
      • Jayson Cuba

       

      • Jenna Scott
      • Kimberlee Fields
      • Kim Wallace Carlson
      • Kyra Kendrick
      • Langston Jones
      • Lauren Rios
      • Leigh Doner
      • Luis Florez Jr.
      • Maira Herandez
      • MaKenzie Yearby
      • Mohamed Dia
      • Na’im Al-Amin
      • Natalie Gonzales
      • Natasha Scruggs
      • Nicolette Rodriguez
      • Omar Husain
      • Rachael Pegg
      • Rani Lange
      • Ryan Bernsten
      • Sami Dunn
      • Shapree’ Marshall
      • Suzy Graham
      • Thamara Subramanian
      • Tracy VanVlack
      • Veronica Ford

      Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

      Ambassadors Board

      Through their ongoing contribution of skills, time, connections and financial resources, members of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kansas City Ambassadors serve as volunteer leaders who foster the agency’s growth and good work following their formal responsibilities as part of the Board of Directors.

      Current Members:

      • Andre Davis
      • Antonio Castanon
      • Brad Markes
      • Jennifer Matney
      • Jennifer Schuler
      • Jeremy Schafer
      • Jerry Cooke
      • Jim Lipari
      • Kevin Kalish
      • Kyle Myers
      • Lee Brumitt
      • Marc Woodward
      • Matt Linski
      • Paul Kushnir
      • Rachel Smith
      • Rik Siro
      • Rob Sprague
      • Ryan Shreve
      • Terry Satterlee
      • Thomas W. Van Dyke
      • Tom Holcom
      • Doug Jones
        Family Advisory Board

        The Family Advisory Board is designed to create a community of parents and guardians who are passionate about influencing the culture and impact of BBBSKC.

        Current Members:

         

         

        • Amy Drake
        • Angela Washington
        • Ashley Brockington
        • Cecily Griffin
        • Charlynn Marshall
        • Cindy Villa Aguirre

         

        • Deborah Murphy
        • Ebony Love
        • Essence Crosby
        • Fawn Lee
        • Giselle Taylor
        • Kizwanna Daniels
        • Mandy Danforth

         

        • Majorie Frazier
        • Natasha Grant
        • Pateisha Royal
        • Patrice Amos
        • Tamieka Robison
        • Tonette Cooper
        • Xavier Hankins

        ABOUT OUR  CEO

        Micheal Lawrence, CEO of BBBSKC, has dedicated his life to creating life-changing friendships for children. He started with the agency over 30 years ago as a Case Manager and has held nearly every position on staff. For the past several years, as CEO, he has transformed the agency into one of the top in the country. Under Micheal’s leadership, BBBSKC has:

        • Been named Agency of the Year (out of 350 affiliates) four out of the last six years
        • Grown Active Matches by 79%
        • Moved to a new headquarters in the Crossroads
        • Increased revenue by 245%
        • Received awards for Best Places to Work, Top KC Non-Profit and much more

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        OUR TEAM

        Abigail Silverwood

        Part Time Creative Design Manager

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        Aleena Becker

        Executive Assistant to Fundraising

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        Ana Cardoza

        Match Support Specialist 2nd-7th Grade

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: Home Alone

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        Anamilet Saenz

        Director Of Enrollment (Bilingüe)

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TOY: Barbies

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        Andrea E. Balcazar

        Part Time Brand Ambassador

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TOY: Polly Pockets

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        Andrea Kirk

        Manager Of Child Enrollment & Matching

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TOY: American Girl Dolls

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        Andrew Long

        Match Support Specialist - 8th - 11th Grade

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: Star Wars Episode I

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        Aniyah Jones

        Match Activities & Resource Coordinator

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: All Dogs Go To Heaven

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        Anna Munguia

        Director Of Community Outreach (Bilingüe)

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        Audrey Johnson

        Accounting Manager

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        Becky Losey

        Part Time Brand Ambassador

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        Brenda Mena-Sierra

        90-Day Match Support Specialist

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD SHOW: Hey Arnold!

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        Brittany Davis

        Director Of Special Events

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TV SHOW: Clarissa Explains It All

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        Brittany Mccuiston

        Office Assistant

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: A Goofy Movie

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        Brittany Michalski

        Senior Volunteer Enrollment & Matching Specialist

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD GAME: Monopoly

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        Bruce Mena-Sierra

        Manager Of Match Support - 2nd-7th Grade (Bilingüe)

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TOY: Hot Wheels

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        Carla Lutcher

        90 Day Match Specialist

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: Mulan

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        Carrie King

        Trauma Informed Care Specialist

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TV SHOW: Boy Meets World

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        Cassidy Johannes

        Senior Match Support Specialist - 8th-11th Grade

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: Mary Poppins

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        Chloe Fey

        Senior Brand Ambassador

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD SHOW: Lizzie McGuire

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        Courtney Gilbert

        Volunteer & Child Intake Coordinator

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD ACTIVITY: Dance

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        Craig Mattke

        Thrift Operations Director

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD ACTIVITY: Football in the backyard

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        Denise Hill

        Director Of Quality Assurance & Resources

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD SHOW: Finders Keepers

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        Erica Ostroski

        Chief Operating Officer

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: Wayne's World

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        Erika Diaz

        Child Enrollment And Matching Specialist

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD SHOW: Rugrats

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        Erika Nowak

        Senior Volunteer Enrollment & Matching Specialist

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD SHOW: Lizzie McGuire

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        Hannah Neel

        Event Systems Manager

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: Anything related to Mary-Kate & Ashley

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        Hayley Gimblett

        Program Teams Specialist

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TOY: Pound Puppies

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        Henry Ortega-Hernandez

        Match Support Specialist - 8th-11th Grade (Bilingüe)

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD SHOW: Pokémon

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        Isabel Baughn

        Match Support Specialist 2nd – 7th Grade

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TV SHOW: Wizards of Waverly Place

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        Jackie Hedeman

        Grant Writer

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        Jacob Furry

        Corporate Partnerships Coordinator

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        Jade Ong

        Match Support Specialist 8th-11th Grade

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: Shrek

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        Jadee Walsh

        Match Support Specialist 2nd – 7th Grade

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: Cheetah Girls

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        Jayla Cody

        Match Support Specialist - 12th Grade & Beyond

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        Jess Simmons

        Manager Of 90-Day Match Support

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: Hocus Pocus

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        Jessie Chastain

        Manager Of Volunteer Enrollment & Matching (Bilingüe)

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD ACTIVITY: Playing in the creek with the neighbors

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        JON BARTEK

        Business Development Director for Thrift Operations

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD BOOK: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe

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        Jordan Cronan

        Special Events Coordinator

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: The Lizzie McGuire Movie

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        Jordan Hall

        Senior Brand Ambassador

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD SHOW: Rugrats

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        Kara Phillips

        Senior Volunteer Enrollment & Matching Specialist

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD ACTIVITY: Singing and Dancing to Spice Girls

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        Kari Harris

        Senior Child Enrollment & Matching Specialist

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD FOOD: Chicken Fingers

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        Kevin Clarke

        Director Of Corporate Partnerships

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        Kristi Hutchison

        Chief Marketing Officer

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD ACTIVITY: Roller Skating

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        Kristie Williams

        Director Of Match Support

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD ACTIVITY: Singing and Dancing to anything Paula Abdul

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        Latrice Houston

        Match Support Specialist 2nd – 7th Grade

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: Mulan

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        Lauren Suter

        Match Support Specialist - 8th-11th Grade

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: Balto

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        Leslie Ramirez

        Senior Match Support Specialist - 8th-11th Grade (Bilingüe)

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD SHOW: Spongebob

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        Linh Thai

        Facilities & Office Manager

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: Kiki’s Delivery Service

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        Maddy Trofholz

        Special Events Manager

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        Madeline Simonds

        Creative + Content Manager

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIES: Mary Kate and Ashley

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        Maggie Klos

        Systems & Innovation Director

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD ACTIVITY: Playing President

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        Megan Furney

        Senior Volunteer Enrollment & Matching Specialist (Bilingüe)

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD ACTIVITY: Skateboarding

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        Michaela Smith

        Senior Match Support Specialist - 2nd-7th Grade

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TV SHOW: ZOOM!

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        Micheal Lawrence

        CEO

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        Milca Aguirre

        Brand Ambassador

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD MOVIE: The Little Mermaid

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        Paige Engle

        Donor Engagement Manager

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD FOOD: Grilled Cheese

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        Patty Munoz-Gibson

        Manager of Match Support - 8th-11th Grade (Bilingüe)

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TOY: Lite Brite

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        Riley Hundley

        Manager Of Match Support - 12th Grade & Beyond

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TV SHOW: Pokémon

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        Riley Jimenez

        Special Events Coordinator

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD FOOD: Anything with Hidden Valley Ranch

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        Sandy Nunez

        Match Support Specialist - 2nd-7th Grade (Bilingüe)

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TOY: Barbies

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        Savannah Jones

        Child Enrollment & Matching Specialist

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TV SHOW: Sabrina the Teenaged Witch

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        Sophia Hausch

        Graphic Designer

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TV SHOW: The Suite Life of Zack & Cody

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        Tiffany Stuck

        Chief Development Officer

        FAVORITE CHILDHOOD TOY: Creepy Crawlers

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        Tonya Jackson

        Chief Program Officer

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        Whitney (Dunn) Elyachar

        Chief People & Financial Officer

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        Ximena Pecina-Cañamero

        Match Support Specialist - 12th Grade & Beyond

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        BBBS CAREERS

        JOBS WITH A PURPOSE

        One of the most rewarding ways to get involved is to work with us. A career with BBBS is an opportunity to merge your talents and personal values with your desire to make a difference. Every day, we are changing the perspectives of children and enabling them to see the world around them in a more positive light. With that newfound point of view, they can see their potential more clearly and dream bigger about their future. Our success is a result of committed and inspired employees, working together to make a lasting impact on America’s youth, schools, and communities. We need talented and passionate people who are committed to a diverse workforce with representation from every walk of life. Our organization is enhanced when we unite people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City offers a flexible work environment that is upbeat and fun. BBBSKC was named by NP Times as one of the best nonprofits to work.

         

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