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This Pride Month, we wanted to answer some of our most frequently asked questions about the LGBTQ+ community and BBBSKC.

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Discussing Racial Injustice with Our Littles

Gene Willis is Co-Chair of the BBBSKC DEI Board and was the 2014 Kansas City Big Brother of the Year. On the early morning of July 7, 2016, I wrote the following post on my social media platforms following the news of the shooting and death of Philando Castile, a Black male school worker, at the hands of a Minnesota police officer:

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BBBSKC Statement on Racism and Injustice

The mission of BBBS is to ignite, empower, and defend potential in our youth through powerful 1-to-1 relationships. We hurt when we see racism and injustice. Our Black staff, Bigs, Littles, families and supporters are among those hurting the most. When we see these community members unjustly suffering as the victims of inequality and violence, we suffer with them.

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An Update on our Summer Events!

Greetings from BBBSKC! We hope you and your family are staying safe and healthy. We want to give you a quick update on what is happening at BBBSKC, as well as offer you one way you can be a huge help to our Littles! BBBSKC typically raises $1.8 million of our annual operating budget each summer through our special events. Fundraising events have been one of the keys to our success and have helped us support hundreds and hundreds of Matches in the KC community over the past 10 years.

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An Update for Bigs, Littles, and Families (Effective June 1)

We have been inspired by all that you are doing to stay connected to your Match as we navigate these unprecedented times. Although many of you have found ways to meet virtually, we recognize that as restrictions are loosening across Missouri and Kansas, many Matches are looking forward to meeting in person. Effective June 1, 2020, if all parties agree they are comfortable, BBBSKC will allow in-person meetings, provided they follow the recommended guidelines listed below. 

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The CARES Act and BBBSKC

Here's how you can help BBBSKC as we navagate the coronavirus pandemic.

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Announcing the 2020 Bigs of the Year!

Each year, Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City recognizes one Big Brother, one Big Sister, and one Big Couple as Bigs of the Year!

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Introducing the New Voice of Potential: M'racle!

BIg Brothers Big Sisters is proud to announce the new Voice of Potential, M'racle!

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Honoring our 2020 BBBSKC Graduates

Each spring, BBBSKC gathers our graduates together to recognize and celebrate their incredible accomplishments. While we can't celebrate in person this year, we still want to recognize all of our Littles for reaching this incredible milestone. Without further ado, meet the Class of 2020!

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Resources for Social Distancing in Kansas City

In this time of social distancing, it's more important than ever to stay connected. While we might not be meeting together in physical spaces right now, we can still meet and connect online everyday!

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