Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Upper Peninsula

BBBS of the Central Upper Peninsula Staff & Board Members had the pleasure and honor of meeting Lt. Governor, Garlin Gilchrist at the UP State Fair 💚🖤🤍

Our matches had such a fun time at the DNR Pocket Park at the Escanaba Fairgrounds last week! We went fishing, did archery, and had a scavenger hunt around the park 🎣🏹🎯🔍🌲

Today, we celebrate and thank Ulta Beauty for their partnership that’s contributed $2.4M toward youth well-being across the country. We are excited for this continued partnership that is igniting nationwide support for transformational mentorship!

🌟Join Our Team 🌟

Are you passionate about transforming lives and empowering youth? Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Upper Peninsula is seeking dynamic individuals to join our team and play a significant role in creating positive mentorship experiences for young people in our community 💚🖤

Our Mentoring Coordinator will be responsible for day-to-day tasks associated with managing and coordinating one-to-one mentoring relationships in both our Community-Based and Site-Based Facilitated Programs.

Interested in joining the team? Visit www.bbbsmqt.org/join-our-team to read the full job description and how to apply.

https://www.indeed.com/job/mentoring-coordinator-70f53d331e00031c

Thank you Christopher & Elliot from Bennett Media Group for the fun time producing our upcoming video 📸🎥 We cannot wait to see it! Thank you to the matches who participated, you were all a natural 🌟💚

$1M donated to UP youth mentor program The donor said he hopes others will try to become Big Brothers and Sisters for the youth in the future.

We had a great time celebrating Dan & Tim, who have been matched since 1972! Tim Easterwood's generous gift of one million dollars in honor of his Big Brother, Dan, is going to be a game changer for our organization. With this, we can provide more resources, training, and support to our Bigs & Littles, ensuring that every child in our community has the opportunity to reach their full potential 💚🖤

Thank you, Scott, from Dark Side Racing for such a fun time at Fan Appreciation Night! 🏁🏎 It was also a great place to bring attention to BBBS in Dickinson County 💚🖤

https://www.miningjournal.net/news/front-page-news/2024/07/big-brothers-big-sisters-of-central-u-p-receives-1m-donation-from-tim-easterwood/

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central U.P. receives $1M donation from Tim Easterwood MARQUETTE — Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Upper Peninsula announced the commitment of a $1 million donation from Tim Easterwood, a former Little Brother, in honor of his Big Brother and mentor, Dan Hill. Hill served in the Army in Vietnam in 1972 and after a one year combat stint returne...

🌟MEET OUR TEAM🌟

We are small but mighty💪 Here are the people behind the scenes making magic happen🪄 They are the true Match-Makers 💚

Jayne Letts, Executive Director
Carli Frailing, Vice President of Programs
Mason Spear, Mentoring Coordinator
Cindy Pytel, Mentoring Coordinator

We are looking to grow our team. Please visit our website to learn more www.bbbsmqt.org/join-our-team

📷 Curtis Aho Photography

Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by our community's tragic events over the last week. Faith, a High School Big Sister at Aspen Ridge passed away as the result of a motor vehicle accident on Sunday, July 7, 2024. She will always be part of the BBBS family 💚🖤 Please keep her family, friends, and Little Sister in your thoughts🕊

https://www.bjorkandzhulkie.com/obituary/faith-spiroff?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR23RCj057GUabcVnCedp71qYSTuP42bbmt1hnqhSmQEITcJx51niOBUmpw_aem_SNImk60ADnk4p7UBgHR5BQ

Thank you, Ishpeming Public School Halls of Excellence inductee, Tim Easterwood for your exceptional support of BBBS and the children we serve. You and Dan are a perfect example of the impact Big Brothers Big Sisters can have on our youth. You are true Defenders of Potential 💚🖤💚🖤

Here is our video accepting the 2023 Small Agency of the Year Award at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America National Conference 🥳💚

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEDNyQUBtis

2023 Small Agency of the Year

Our office will be closed today in observance of Independence Day. We hope everyone has a fun and safe 4th! 🇺🇸🎆💙❤️

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Upper Peninsula receive Small Agency of the Year Award A talk with Jayne Letts and Carli Frailing of BBBS of the Central U.P.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central UP wins National Agency of the Year Award Jayne Letts and Carli Frailing of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Upper Peninsula join Tia Trudgeon on the Morning News to discuss what sets their agency apart.

Thank you Super One Foods in Marquette & Negaunee for raising money to support youth in our communities 💚🖤 We are

🌟🌟 2023 AGENCY OF THE YEAR 🌟🌟

BBBS of the Central Upper Peninsula won BIG in Dallas at the National Conference!🥳 We were awarded the 2023 Small Agency of the Year and 2023 Growth Award 🏆🏆 Our staff has worked hard over the past year and dedicated so much to our mission. We are truly . Thank you so much Big Brothers Big Sisters of America 💚🖤

Congratulations to our team, Jayne, Carli, Cindy, & Mason!
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Littles from Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Upper Peninsula had fun celebrating their BIG DAY at Ulta Beauty ✨ Donate today at your local Ulta Beauty store to support youth well-being across the country! 💚 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

Our office is closed today in observance of Memorial Day 🇺🇸

Thank you, Miya, for being a Big throughout your college journey! We wish you all the best in your future endeavors💚🖤 Congratulations 🥳🎉

SAVE THE DATE 📅🎉
Bowl for Kids' Sake! 🎳💚🖤

https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/2024/05/17/up-big-brothers-big-sisters-wins-growth-award-parent-organization/

UP Big Brothers Big Sisters wins Growth Award from parent organization The award is given to a branch of the nonprofit that serves more youth within a calendar year compared to previous years.