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Big Brothers Big Sisters announces L’Jarius Sneed, cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs, as new spokesperson 

Kansas City, Mo. -- (September 2, 2021) Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City (BBBSKC) is proud to announce a new partnership with L’Jarius Sneed, cornerback and #38 for the Kansas City Chiefs. “Turn the Corner with L’Jarius Sneed,” presented by Adams Cable Equipment,  is a brand-new city-wide fundraising and recruitment effort to make an impact on our community through football. “The children of Kansas City are our future,” said Sneed. “They’re the next generation of game-changers, trail blazers, and difference makers.

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Meet the 2021 Littles as Interns!

This summer, 12 Littles participated in the BBBSKC Internship Program! This program places Littles in internships with Kansas City-based minority, women, and LGBTQ-owned businesses. Meet these 12 outstanding Littles below! CASH Interning at Rx Savings Solutions What are your career interests?

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‘What if we could change it?’: A Little Brother’s dream to become a lawyer

“When I was younger, I was the kind of kid who asked, ‘Why is it like this?’” said Derrell. “A lot of law happens in the courtroom. And I thought, I don’t want the justice system to be like this. What if we could change it?”

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BBBSKC's Response to COVID-19 | Updated August 2021

BBBSKC asks that all Bigs and Littles continue to follow CDC guidelines. Be sure to communicate with your Little and their parent/guardian about their comfort level and preferences in regards to mask wearing, social distancing, and match activities.

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BBBSKC Named One of the Best Nonprofits to Work For in America

We are happy to share that Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City was selected as one of the 2021 Best Nonprofits to Work For! BBBSKC ranked 7th in the overall category and 5th in the medium -sized organization category.

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Hunter Dozier launches third season of “Step Up Big” to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City (BBBSKC) is proud to announce Step Up Big is returning for a third season with Hunter Dozier, outfielder for the Kansas City Royals.

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2021 Big Sister & Little Sister of the Year Finalists

Each year, Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City recognizes one Big Brother and Little Brother, one Big Sister and Little Sister, and one Big Couple and Little Brother/Sister as Bigs and Littles of the Year.

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BBBSKC Executive Leadership Team

Meet our executive leadership team: Micheal Lawrence, CEO; Erica Ostroski, COO; Tiffany Stuck, CDO; Kristi Hutchison, CMO; and Tonya Jackson, CPO.

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2021 Big Brother & Little Brother of the Year Finalists

Each year, Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City recognizes one Big Brother and Little Brother, one Big Sister and Little Sister, and one Big Couple and Little Brother/Sister as Bigs and Littles of the Year.

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Big Draft Class of 2020: Courtney

"You don't have to be perfect to be someone's role model. You can overcome life's difficulties and use them to make you stronger and wiser. I was really worried I wouldn't be considered a good fit because I am 25 and working on my first college degree. After convincing myself to give it a shot, I'm so glad I did. Kids need to see the "traditional" path works for many people, but there's nothing wrong with taking the path less traveled if it works for them."

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