Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas

Support the legacy of BBBSCA and have a great time at our 55th anniversary Birthday Bash, Friday, July 26th 6 p.m. in SoMa. Tickets may be purchased here: https://loom.ly/tocmn9M

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas Birthday Bash Come celebrate Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas's birthday as we wind down our 55th year!Enjoy music, delicious food and drinks, spend time mingling with friends and others in the wonderful SoMa neighborhood at Big Brothers Big Sisters' new office!

Come celebrate the legacy and work of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas Friday, July 26th as we wind down our 55th anniversary year! You will enjoy wonderful food, drinks and music, and see our new office in the hip SoMa (South on Main) neighborhood! Support a good cause and have a great time. Invite your friends! Tickets are $40. See QR code below to purchase. Event: 6 - 8:30 p.m.; 1501 S. Main, Little Rock

We invite to sign up to become apart of our Auxiliary Committees at BBBSCA! BBBSCA needs volunteers for Events, Big Recruitment, and Match Events.

Scan the QR Code or click the link below!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSebJ69dn4oLe87VKWnjKiZZgvIHtHk3XTLvUj5cdiUAwjQALg/viewform

Big Brothers Big Sisters is partnering with ULTA Beauty to launch a new campaign! Ulta Beauty will launch its first POS (Point of Sale) in-store donation program to benefit BBBS from Sunday, May 19th to Saturday, June 15th.

What can you do?
During the sale, 80 cents of every $1 raised in stores will directly support programs, training, and resources for young people in local communities across the BBBS network.

Visit your local store! Spread the word!

Thank you to all the Bigs and Littles who joined us this past Saturday for our summer cookout! We appreciate Edwards Food Giant for donating food and to Mr. Morris Williams and Mr. Ben Walker of Omega Psi Phi fraternity for cooking for us! It was a beautiful day down by the river.

Goal Keeper to Brother's Keeper!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas is proud to welcome Big Seth Abraham and Little Daniel Davis to the Big-Little Family! Click the link below to read their brotherly story!

https://www.bbbsca.org/post/goal-keeper-to-brother-s-keeper

Tag a Mentor you love to learn from! It's important we take the time to thank the Mentors in our life. TAG YOURS! Show us how important your Mentor is in your life. Share your story.

Want to be that Mentor that changes lives? Start at BBBSCA! Click the link below to began.

https://bbbs.tfaforms.net/4843088

How To Be A Great Mentor?

Consistency: Consistency builds trust and reliability in the mentor-mentee relationship. When youth know they can count on their mentor to be there for them consistently, whether it's for scheduled meetings, advice, or support, they feel secure and valued. Consistency also helps mentors reinforce important lessons and values over time, contributing to the mentee's growth and development.

Patience: Youth often need time and guidance to navigate challenges and develop skills. A patient mentor understands this and is willing to provide support and encouragement without rushing the process.

Empathy: Being able to understand and relate to the experiences, feelings, and perspectives of young people is crucial. Empathetic mentors create a safe and supportive environment where youth feel understood and valued.

Communicate and Listen: : Clear and effective communication is essential for building strong relationships and conveying ideas, guidance, and feedback. A great mentor communicates openly and honestly with youth, fostering trust and understanding. Active listening involves not just hearing what the youth is saying, but fully understanding their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. A great mentor listens attentively, without judgment or interruption, and seeks to understand the mentee's perspective.

Do you think you have what it takes to be a Mentor? Great! The youth needs YOU. Click the link below and Sign Up to Become a BIG!

https://bbbs.tfaforms.net/4843088

A Charitable Win!

Thanks to all of those that participated, gave, and supported our 9th Annual Hoops for Kids Sake Fundraiser! Thank you to the House, Senate, Attorney's General Office, Governor's Office, and our Partners! Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas could not make it this far without any of you.

We had a blast as the House, Senate, and Governor's office competed in a "friendly" game of basketball at Little Rock Central High School. The Senate and Governor's Office took home trophies!

Thank you for your support!

Get ready for the 9th Annual Hoops for Kids Sake! 🏀

Join us as members of the House and Senate come together on the court for a great cause! All proceeds support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas and Children's Advocacy Centers of Arkansas.

General Admission tickets: $10
VIP Sponsorship: $1,250

Scan the QR code to secure your VIP Sponsorship now! Let's make a difference together!

Thank you to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock's College of Business for hosting BBBSCA Staff as we recruit Bigs! There's no better investment in our future than empowering our youth. Let's nurture tomorrow's leaders together. Interested in making a difference? Learn how you can become a Big today!

It's A Match!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arkansas is proud to welcome Big Paula Rogers and Little Lyric Lockhart to the Big-Little Family!

Become a Big today and ignite the potential in a young person by clicking the link below:

https://bbbs.tfaforms.net/4843088

A heartfelt thank you to all who made our Second Annual BIG Luncheon a resounding success! From our incredible supporters, partners, board members, staff, Bigs, and Littles — your dedication fuels our mission to ignite youth potential. Special gratitude to Officer Tommy M Norman for his inspiring keynote and advocacy of BBBSCA.

Huge shoutout to Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield for being our Title Sponsor for two consecutive years! Your unwavering support enables us to match young people with mentors, changing lives for the better.

Enormous shoutout to the Elected Officials that came to show their support; Mayor Frank Scott, Jr., City Director Antwan Phillips, and Judge Mark Leverett

Congratulations to our outstanding honorees:
🏆 Board Member of the Year: Morris Williams Jr.
🏆 Partner of the Year: Dr. Wendy Ward
🏆 Big of the Year: Will Olson
🏆 Little of the Year: Gezus Bledsoe

What an incredible event celebrating the power of mentorship and community! Let's continue making a difference, one match at a time.

Congratulations to our Big Luncheon Raffle Winners!!!!

1st Place: Marcus James
2nd Place: Stephanie Martin
3rd Place: Stacy Moultrie
4th Place: Kara Stockwell
5th Place: Brad Lee Flint
6th Place: Adam Franks

All winners have been contacted via email! Thank you to everyone who entered and those who continue to support BBBSCA! Your commitment to this organization is greatly appreciated.

Proud Partner Alert!

Thrilled to share that Wright Lindsey Jennings is joining us as a sponsor for the Big Luncheon! Their commitment to our cause strengthens our mission to ignite potential and empower youth in Central Arkansas.

Thank you!

Proud Partner Alert!

Thrilled to share that Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation is joining us as a sponsor for the Big Luncheon! Their commitment to our cause strengthens our mission to ignite potential and empower youth in Central Arkansas.

Thank you!

Proud Partner Alert!

Thrilled to share that Southern Bancorp is joining us as a sponsor for the Big Luncheon! Their commitment to our cause strengthens our mission to ignite potential and empower youth in Central Arkansas.

Thank you!

Proud Partner Alert!

Thrilled to share that Riggs Benevolent Fund is joining us as a sponsor for the Big Luncheon! Their commitment to our cause strengthens our mission to ignite potential and empower youth in Central Arkansas.

Thank you!

Proud Partner Alert!

Thrilled to share that Methodist Foundation for Arkansas is joining us as a sponsor for the Big Luncheon! Their commitment to our cause strengthens our mission to ignite potential and empower youth in Central Arkansas.

Thank you!

Proud Partner Alert!

Thrilled to share that Friday, Eldridge, & Clark is joining us as a sponsor for the Big Luncheon! Their commitment to our cause strengthens our mission to ignite potential and empower youth in Central Arkansas.

Thank you!

Proud Partner Alert!

Thrilled to share that Empower Healthcare Solutions is joining us as a sponsor for the Big Luncheon! Their commitment to our cause strengthens our mission to ignite potential and empower youth in Central Arkansas.

Thank you, Empower Healthcare Solutions!

Proud Partner Alert!

Thrilled to share that Omega Psi Phi is joining us as a sponsor for the Big Luncheon! Their commitment to our cause strengthens our mission to ignite potential and empower youth in Central Arkansas.

Thank you!