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Introducing the 2018-19 Girls on the Rise

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City is proud to partner with the 1,000 Dreams Fund and the BBBSKC Ambassadors once again to feature the 2018-2019 class of Girls on the Rise!

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BBBSKC alum to appear on NBC’s ‘Chicago Fire’

"The opportunity to be in that commercial actually ended up being his big moment — it’s what inspired him to pursue acting as a full-time career."

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BBBSKC Announces New Leadership Structure

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City is proud to announce some exciting new additions and changes to our leadership team.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters has a new Voice of Potential (VP) — and he’s only 15 years old

Big Brothers Big Sisters is in a season of change. We’re launching a new look. A brand new logo. New language to communicate our mission. A bold new approach to meet the urgent need in our community. And we’re adding someone new to our leadership team, too. His name is Sean Mitchell, and he’s the new Voice of Potential (VP) for Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City.

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Little Brothers are waiting for a Big — sometimes for 400+ days

In Kansas City, 25% of boys live in a single-parent home, and 303 of them are currently waiting for a Big Brother.   Some of these boys have been waiting for a Big Brother for an exceedingly long time — 147 days, 249 days, even 486 days. That’s why we need your help to find more Big Brothers and Big Couples.

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I've Been a Big Brother for a Year — Here's What I've Learned

Hey there! My name is Blake, and my Little Brother’s name is Kenath. I’d like to tell you a little bit about our match and what it’s like to be a Big Brother.

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What is it like to be a Case Manager for Big Brothers Big Sisters?

Our case managers are at the heart of everything we do: They support our Bigs and Littles as they plan outings, talk about the future, and navigate life together. Much of their work happens behind-the-scenes, so it’s not always easy to know what they’re up to all of the time.

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5 reasons you should join the Big Impact Group

Just like how an internship is a perfect way to get your feet wet in a new industry, the Big Impact Group is the perfect opportunity for young professionals to start building their nonprofit resume.

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Congratulations to our Graduating Seniors

I can often be heard saying that I have the absolute best job ever! And I couldn’t have felt that in a more impactful and proud way than I experienced the evening of April 26th. A night of fun, laughter, dancing, tears, hugs and all to honor and celebrate the Big Brothers Big Sisters Class of 2018.  

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Match Maker Breakfast

April 11, 2018 at  The Gallery in downtown KCMO provided a great morning of inspiration to over 230 guests. The 5th Annual Match Maker Breakfast presented by McCown Gordon Construction and hosted by Honorary Chair, Founder and President of McCown Gordon Construction, Brett Gordon and his wife Becky. Brett’s Son, Shane Gordon and his Little, Chase -gave a heartwarming welcoming - followed by Dr. Mark Bedell, KCPS Superintendent. Dr. Bedell spoke on mentorship, the mentors who have changed his life and the quality friendships that BBBSKC creates which ended with a standing ovation.

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