Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence’s Post

Happy Fourth of July from Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence!  Let's celebrate the spirit of freedom, unity, and mentorship today. Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Independence Day!

Celebrate the impact of mentorship and consider becoming a Big today! Together, we can ignite the potential and change lives! https://lnkd.in/g7HmizVD

Today’s highlight is the College Bigs Program! College students mentor younger peers, providing guidance, support, and inspiration. Are you ready to become a Big? Be a role model and help shape a brighter future! https://lnkd.in/g7HmizVD

We are excited to share that our CEO, Marcus Allen, was recently featured on Comcast Newsmakers! 🎥✨ In this segment, Marcus discusses our groundbreaking new Embedded In-School Mentoring Program targeting middle school students in Philadelphia. This program is designed to address truancy and aims to improve academic performance, behavior, and self-confidence among our youth. 📚💪 Tune in to hear how Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence is making a difference in our community and inspiring meaningful change. Thank you to Comcast Newsmakers for this wonderful opportunity to highlight our mission and impact! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/efaenjwk

🌟 Meet Joelle and Alana! 🌟 Big Sister Joelle and Little Sister Alana have been an incredible match through the Beyond School Walls Program at VideoRay: underwater robots since February 2023. Their bond is filled with laughter and joy, making every moment together special. From playing board games to sharing hilarious animal and baby videos, these two always find a way to have fun. Joelle says, "Alana is a perfect match for me and I think our personalities get along really well."

Changing communities, one match at a time! 🏈❤️ Thanks to the NFL Inspire Change initiative, Big Brothers Big Sisters' The Big Draft recruited over 10,000 new mentors this year! We had a blast playing Flag Football at the NovaCare Complex with the Philadelphia Eagles. Together, we're building brighter futures! #BeBig #TheBigDraft

We are changing communities, one match at a time! In partnership with the NFL Inspire Change initiative, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America's annual recruiting campaign – The Big Draft – inspires potential volunteers to connect with youth mentorship through their love of the game. This year, The Big Draft recruited over 10,000 new mentors! We were honored to have our Littles play Flag Football at the NovaCare Complex. Thank you to the Philadelphia Eagles for making this possible! It was heartwarming to see the community come together for such a fantastic cause. Not only did we have a blast on the field, but we also made strides in recruiting new volunteers who are eager to make a difference in the lives of young people. Together, we're building brighter futures! #BeBig #TheBigDraft https://lnkd.in/eeWe3g8j

🌟 Highlights from one of our incredible Beyond School Walls Program! 🌟 Our Bigs and Littles from Adaptimmune and Cramer Hill Elementary School had an amazing year together! Last month, the Littles hosted their Bigs for a Reverse Day at Cramer Hill Elementary. Matches enjoyed a delightful catered lunch, followed by an adventurous scavenger hunt around the school. Littles were thrilled to receive prizes for completing the hunt! The following week, the matches wrapped up their year with a final meeting at Adaptimmune. After sharing a wonderful lunch, Bigs and Littles teamed up to create inspiring summer bucket lists, setting goals and dreams for the upcoming school year. We are so proud of the bonds formed and the memories made this year. Here’s to more adventures and growth in the future! #BeBig #LittleMoments

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 Last night, we were thrilled to announce that the Shook Family Fund Scholarship has awarded $50,000 to 19 outstanding Littles on their college and career pathways! This is part of a generous $200,000 matching gift commitment aimed at empowering deserving students to pursue their dreams and achieve their full potential. Congratulations to all the recipients! Your hard work and dedication have paid off, and we can't wait to see all the amazing things you'll accomplish. Want to make a difference? Your gift can help impact the lives of our Littles and support their educational and career goals. Together, we can create a brighter future. Visit independencebigs.org/give/ to make your impact today!