This month, our CEO Connie Askin was featured on The Voice of Business Radio Show, presented by the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce. She highlighted our essential summer initiatives at BBBS CMMW, explaining why they're critical and what's ahead for our organization. Discover more about our FAFSA support and upcoming events here: https://lnkd.in/eNRXwANw
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass & Metrowest, Inc.
Philanthropy
Worcester, MA 553 followers
Together, we empower youth to realize their potential.
About us
Together, we empower youth to realize their potential. By creating professionally supported mentoring relationships, we defend that potential and build brighter futures. Founded in 1963, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass & Metrowest has supported children in our community through individualized mentoring programs for over 50 years. We reach the children who need us most through strong partnerships with local schools and youth development programs, and with the support of community volunteers, many coming from local colleges and corporations. Volunteers serve as mentors (Bigs) to children (Littles) who are living in poverty, come from single-parent households, or face other types of adversity. Bigs and Littles meet weekly for activities that might include working on homework, attending a sporting event, taking a hike or walk, cooking a healthy meal, doing a science experiment, and so much more. The essential activity is quality, uninterrupted time between a reliable, caring mentor and a child in need of additional adult support. Mentors are a consistent adult presence in the lives of mentees celebrating their successes, facing challenges with them and helping them reach their full potential.
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http://www.bigscm.org
External link for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass & Metrowest, Inc.
- Industry
- Philanthropy
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Worcester, MA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1963
- Specialties
- Volunteer, Youth Service, and Mentoring
Locations
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18 Chestnut St.
Suite 340
Worcester, MA 01608, US
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233 Cochituate Rd
Framingham, Massachusetts 01701, US
Employees at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass & Metrowest, Inc.
Updates
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Not a cyclist? No problem! Join as a Virtual Participant and support BBBSCM in your own way. This could be walking, videogaming, playing basketball, knitting, dancing; whatever way you would like to get involved!🚶♀🏀🏊♂️🎮🩰 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e6pUrp6e #RodmanRide #BeBig
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Meet Gio and Helder! Their amazing journey with BBBSCM showcases the transformative power of mentorship. From rating local pizza spots to enjoying fishing trips, their bond is truly special. 🍕🎣 #BeBig Read and/or watch the full story on Spectrum News: https://lnkd.in/etGCGEv2
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Thank you Launch Trampoline Park (in Leominster, MA), for their generous donation of 15 Jump Passes to the children in our program at McKay Elementary School in Fitchburg. Your support brings joy and excitement to our Littles! #BeBig
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Need help with your FAFSA application? We have resources for you! BBBSCM is offering assistance with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid process. Let's secure your financial aid together! For more information email: programs@bigscm.org #BeBig #FAFSA
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To ignite the potential of all young people, we must ensure they have a strong mentoring relationship in their lives. Together, we affirm that everyone can reach their full potential. As Pride Month comes to an end we wanted to emphasize our commitment to creating and cultivating a safe environment where all individuals feel respected and valued equally every month of the year.🏳️🌈🏳️🌈🏳️🌈 Check out our blog about how you can support LGBTQ+ youth as a mentor: https://lnkd.in/eMYR_ijP #PrideMonth #BeBig #BigPride
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Pedal for a purpose! Ride 25 or 50 miles in Foxborough, MA, or participate virtually however you would like. Register here: https://lnkd.in/e6pUrp6e #BeBig #RodmanRide
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Congratulations to our CEO, Connie Askin, for being awarded by NABA INC.'s with the Ally and Advocate of the Year award at their Annual Conference this week. We are so proud of our work with NABA to support young adults through mentorship. #NABAFlow #BiggerTogether
Here I am at the NABA inc conference #nabaflow on Juneteenth, thinking about ‘my why.’ Said a different way, ‘What do we do for love, professionally?’ I am guided by tikkun olam- action to repair and improve the world. It doesn’t take heroics, it doesn’t require perfection, but it does require showing up. I’m showing up for Guylaine Saint Juste to be a consistent friend and partner in opening opportunities and networks with community college students like these beautiful people from Massachusetts Bay Community College NABA INC. and our BBBS agency are creating a model program to support education, access to professional mentors, and clear barriers. Another touchstone for me is Ubuntu- I am because you are; my humanity is tied to your humanity. And so as I reflect on being honored last night by NABA Inc as the Ally and Advocate of the Year, I feel love and humanity and a great well of gratitude to NABA nation, colleagues from the national team, and their generous leader, Guylaine. #bebig #biggertogether #bigscm Johanna Benavides, CPA, MBA Joel Yate Angela Villard Sepehr_ Ansari
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We're excited to announce our #PartnershipforWellBeing with Ulta Beauty! From May 19th to June 15th every Ulta Beauty in our service area will give you the opportunity to support BBBSCM at checkout. 💗💫 Together, we're empowering potential and promoting self-care. #BeBig
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We are thrilled to announce that BBBSCM is a recipient of the 2023 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Growth Award! This award recognizes the dedication of our leadership and staff in providing high-quality mentoring programs for the youth that we serve. Thank you to our incredible team, supporters, and community for helping us achieve this milestone! #BeBig
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