by madeline.simonds | Sep 23, 2025 | Blog
Pre Register Here Every child deserves someone in their corner. Right now, hundreds of kids in Kansas City are waiting for a mentor. That’s why, in honor of Big Brothers Big Sisters KC’s 60th anniversary, we are launching 60 Bigs in 60 minutes on October 28th —a...
by madeline.simonds | Jun 17, 2025 | Blog
When you talk to anyone who knows Layne and Travis, it’s clear: they’re not just a Big Couple—they’re the best kind of Big Couple. The kind that radiates positivity and jumps headfirst into new adventures just to see their Little Brother, Maalik, smile. From day...
by madeline.simonds | Apr 29, 2025 | Blog
When Joey and Alyssa were first matched with Lehi, his mom knew this was going to be special. From the start, Lehi felt a connection with Joey and Alyssa. “I feel like they are just extraordinary people. If I want to talk about anything, we can talk about it. Joey...
by madeline.simonds | Apr 9, 2025 | Blog
Free Access. Real Connection. Stronger Futures. The YMCA of Greater Kansas City and Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City have teamed up to offer free access to the Y for all Bigs and Littles—because every match deserves a safe space to play, grow, and thrive. Whether...
by madeline.simonds | Mar 19, 2025 | Blog
For more than 25 years, James Engle Custom Homes has been committed to building not only high-quality homes but also a stronger Kansas City community. This year, that commitment reached new heights with the completion of the Builders of Potential Home—a stunning...
by madeline.simonds | Mar 13, 2025 | Blog
When I first met Tosha in 1995, she was almost 11 years old. She had been on the waiting list for a year. That was just the beginning of our incredible journey together. Lisa and Tosha, 1995 One of my favorite memories with Tosha was when we performed a flute duet for...
