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2019 Big Brother of the Year Finalists

March 16, 2020

Each year, Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City recognizes one Big Brother, one Big Sister, and one Big Couple as Bigs of the Year for their extraordinary dedication to helping their Little achieve their biggest possible futures. Here are this year's three finalists for Big Brother of the Year!

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Update on BBBSKC's Response to COVID-19

March 12, 2020

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City is committed to keeping our Bigs, Littles, families, employees and supporters healthy and safe. We are currently taking steps to prevent the introduction and spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).

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“Austin, is that you?”: A friendship 14 years in the making

March 5, 2020

“Everyone is busy. But we choose to make time for the things we decide are important to us,” said Matt. “And that’s the most important part — making the time. There’s always excuses for why right now isn’t a good time, but if you take the leap, it’s something you’ll never regret.”

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Big Brothers Big Sisters and the NFL Inspire Change Foundation launch ‘The Big Draft’

January 2, 2020

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City is teaming up with the NFL Inspire Change Foundation for “The Big Draft” to draft 300 new Bigs from January 1- April 20, 2020.

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From a boy to a man: How Bigs empower potential

November 20, 2019

Leroy, a.k.a. "LJ,” was a 12 year-old, soft-spoken, but very inquisitive young man when we first met.

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‘I’ve never had a bike of my own’ — How one Big Brother helped pave the way

October 17, 2019

Making a new friend is like riding a bike — once you know how, you never really forget.

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BBBSKC announces new team members and promotions

October 11, 2019

At Big Brothers Big Sisters, we're always evolving, and 2019 has been no different. This year, we've welcomed several new people to our team and have promoted several team members to new positions of leadership. Check out all of the exciting new hires and promotions below!

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KC youth are waiting over 300 days to find a mentor

October 3, 2019

Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City (BBBSKC) is joining a nationwide recruitment campaign in response to soaring wait times for children that are looking for a mentor.

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Introducing the 2019-20 Girls on the Rise

September 23, 2019

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 2019-2020 class of Girls on the Rise!

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