BBBS of NYC FY2023 Annual Report

IGNITING POTENTIAL

SHINING A LIGHT ON THE LITTLES OF NYC

For over 119 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City (BBBS of NYC) has been at the forefront of pairing generations of Bigs with generations of Littles, guiding them through the everevolving landscape of our vibrant City. The resilience and talents of our Littles, especially in the face of today’s unique challenges and opportunities, fuel our commitment to do more and be more.

Our unwavering dedication to innovation continues as we explore fresh and effective ways to engage our youth, helping them to pursue and realize their dreams. Within these pages, you will experience the inspiring stories of our Littles, brought to life through visuals and data. Each story is a unique narrative of growth, joy, and opportunity underpinned by the strong bonds formed through our mentoring programs.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to you, our valued community members, for your ongoing support and engagement. Your commitment is crucial in igniting the potential within our young people. Thank you for being an integral part of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City community and for contributing to the bright futures of our Littles.

Big Angel and Little Jane Little Harry and Big Eric

LETTER FROM OUR CEO

members of this community, it ensure every young New Yorker has the chance to form meaningful mentoring relationships” l

Dear BBBS of NYC Community,

nership and with heartfelt gratitud falls upon us to

As a fellow New Yorker deeply rooted in this vibrant City, I am continually inspired by the spirit and potential of our young people. New York City, a place of boundless opportunity, is at its heart defined by its inhabitants, especially our promising youth. Their dreams and aspirations are the lifeblood of this great City. As the CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of New York City, I have the privilege of witnessing the profound impact we can make as mentors, advocates, donors, trustees, partners, and connectors in nurturing these young minds.

As leaders and members of our community, it falls upon us to ensure every young New Yorker has the chance to form meaningful mentoring relationships. These connections, transcending gender, age, race, ethnicity, and experience, are not just a reflection of our City’s diversity but its very essence. The aspirations of our youth, the dedication of our Bigs, the trust of parents and guardians, the support of our donors and corporate partners, and the strength of our community collectively embody the spirit of New York City.

commitment to youth mentoring is not just a part of BBBS of NYC’s legacy but a vibrant

In the following pages, you will discover stories and insights highlighting how our commitment to youth mentoring is not just a part of BBBS of NYC’s legacy but a vibrant chapter in the larger narrative of New York City. Your continued involvement and support are vital in nurturing the future prospects of our young people. As we continue this journey together, let us remain focused on our mission – igniting potential in every young New Yorker, shaping a future as bright and dynamic as the City itself.

In partnership gratitude,

icia D. Guevara CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC

Community Based Mentoring Program

The Community Based Mentoring Program is our tradi one-to-one mentoring program, where Bigs and Littles use New York City as their playground for personal, academic, and social development. Matches adventure on outings together while working toward achieving S.M.A.R.T. goals that range from self-confidence

to relationship building.

of BBBS of NYC mentoring services to Chinese-, Korean-, and Spanish-speaking communities by providing bilingual Program Managers who equip matches with culturally competent supports and resources. The Immigration and Language Access Initiative leads diverse cultural celebrations for our NAP matches. It also provides translation and language access services for our Littles

and their families.

The LGBTQ+ Initiat

ace Mentoring

ring Program has matched high school students with mentors from among our 64 partner companies. Matches follow a curriculum, facilitated by a BBBS of NYC Program Manager, that engages Littles in developing social-emotional learning skills, identifying strengths, and

The LGBTQ+ Initiative focuses on through program innovation, such as our open gender-matching policy, and partners with LGBTQ+ organizations to provide targeted learning opportunities that ensure staff, Bigs, and families are prepared to support the diverse needs of LGBTQ+ youth.

College and Career Success Program

The College and Career Success Program (CCS) hel with their mentors and families, navigate the transition to college and take steps toward achieving career goals. The CCS team provides college access resources for Littles while they are still in high school and, upon their graduation, provides them with support to persist through college and develop the knowledge and social capital needed

preparing for post-secondary opportunities. m ps students, along to break into their desired industries.

inclusive practices and programming. The New American Program (NAP) brings awareness

officers and youth. The program is part of the NYPD’s Neighborhood

grown exponentially; in 2023, the program paired 158 youth with 48

In partnership with police precincts in Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, and Upper Manhattan, Bigs in Blue is a collaboration with the NYPD that seeks to create and foster caring conversations between police officers and youth. The program is part of the NYPD’s Neighborhood Policing initiative, which aims to help officers connect with the communities they serve. Since its inception in 2017, Bigs in Blue has grown exponentially; in 2023, the program paired 158 youth with 48 officers across nine precincts. Together, youth and officers discuss community building and engagement, positive decision-making, internet safety, and effective communication.

Revenue and other support

nts and contributions

WORKPLACE MENTORING PROGRAM

Little Rahi mentored by Big Katie (matched for 2 years)

Expenses

Katie and Rahi have been matched since Fall of 2021 and hit it off right off the bat! Katie has been instrumental in providing Rahi with a listening ear and an affirming space. They have grown closer together while exploring post-secondary planning as Rahi enters her senior year of high school. She hopes to become an EMT/ firefighter as well as study biology. Rahi loves teaching Katie about all things Taylor Swift and appreciates that Katie is eager to learn about her interests no matter how big or small. Rahi’s confidence in herself continues to develop with Katie’s support both in and out of program!

OUR IMPACT

2,512 Youth served in FY23

99.48% Littles promoted to the next grade

45.6%

94.61% High School Senior planned to attend college

learning through S.M.A.R.T goals.

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g Kelechi and Little Mya Renee

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Simone and Little Kendall, Big Ayush and Little Ryder, Big Angel and Little Jane

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Individuals

0,000-$19,999

Anja and Adam Tejpaul

ard, Jr.

Barbara Mendelson and David Brody

Caridad and Edward Ruggiero

Elaine and Steve Pozycki

Erin and Brendan Scanlon

Jacqueline and Daniel J. McSwiggan

Juliana and Jonathan P. May

Kathleen and Dale F. Maycen

Laura and Richard Parsons

Laurie and Sy Sternberg

Carrie Durant and Mark Mikullitz

Chris Peck

Claudia Rose and Ted C. Morehouse

David Falk

Deborah Cogut

Debra & Kenneth Caplan

Doo Sik Lew

Elizabeth K. Woods

Heather and Matthew Borstein

Neil Rock

Susan and Jonathan D. Bram

Tawana M. Tibbs and Bruce S. Gordon

Yvonne and Arthur Liu

Katarina and Philip DiDio

Kate Snow and Chris Bro

Katherine and Mark Linder

Leslie Giordano and Greg Biancone

Anonymous (1)

Lucy Lopez and Ray Garcia

Marsha P. and Steve L. Roth

999 odfriend

Amanda and John E. Waldron

Amy and Jeffrey Silverman

Andrew S. Lipman

Anshell Boggs

Chafia Boukhtouche

Claire and Anthony Abenante

Clifford Katz

David Kovtun

David Stolzar and Kelley Morrell

Douglas Crofton

Gabrielle Spinelli

Gwen Libstag

Howard Jaslow

-$29,999

d L. Hassell

Ann and Peter Pollack

Brian Obergfell

David Dempsey

George T. Wein

Jane Skinner Goodell and Roger S. Goodell

Lise and Jeffrey Wilks

Randi Schatz and Joseph Allerhand

Thomas J. Niedermeyer, Jr.

Marva Smalls

Melissa and Ricky Sandler

Paul Lisiak

Peter J. and Carol L. Holzer

Rowena Carreon and Pierre Cruikshank

Sabrina and Matthew J. LeBlanc

Saundra and W. Don Cornwell

Shelly and Howard Kivell

Shirley Wang

Sue and Scott Schaevitz

Victoria and Philip Seskin

Anonymous (1)

Lee Cohen

Lindsey and Tyler Rhoten

Lisa Carroll

Lloyd Blankfein

Lori Reinsberg

Mark Mikullitz

Meeta Patel

Ofer Yardeni

Richard Stehl

Robert Grbic

Sky Milch

Spencer Jaffe

Stacey and Curtis Lane

Staci and John Barber

Stephen R. Kraus

Steven LaForgia

Susan Hamman

The Topper Foundation

Thomas Grossman

Toni and Seth Bernstein

Tracey Winn Pruzan and Robert Pruzan

William Getreuer

Anonymous (1)

00-$4999

Masud

Amanda and Anthony Orso

Andrew J. Klemmer

Andrew Rubinstein

Arlyn Gardner

Bill Schwanewede

Brian Bergman

Carol Lynne and Robert Tod Lapidus

Caroline Werther

Cathy Franklin

Christina and Jared L. Landaw

Dan Cahill

Danielle Hussey

David Kriss

Dean Lanza

Emily and Steven Steinman

Francis Carling

Geoff Noble

IS 313/339 Littles and the NYPD 42nd Precinct

The Bigs in Blue program, a flourishing collaboration between IS 313/339 and the NYPD 42nd Precinct, exemplifies the power of community partnerships in the Bronx. Since its inception in 2018, this initiative has been fostering relationships between law enforcement officers and students in grades 6-8. Recognized for their exceptional commitment, the officers from the 42nd Precinct were honored as “Rookies of the Year” at the annual BBBS of NYC Volunteer Recognition Ceremony. Over the past six years, the program has ignited a new wave of enthusiasm among students, eagerly vying for the opportunity to engage and learn from their local police officers.

$2500-$4999 (cont.)

Glen and Amy Siegel

Jacob Hidary

James Shannon

Jamie Kush

Jennie L. & Richard K. DeScherer

Jennifer Wade

Jess Carson

John Falcone

Jonathan Fine

Joseph Sbarra

Josephine and Richard Savastano

Joshua Segel

Katherine Klemmer Terry and Samuel

Thomas Terry Jr.

Linda Stein

Lisa and Steve Durels

Lisa J. Lombardi

Michael Cummings

Michael Sacco

Mr. Martin Kravet

Neal Garelik

Oliver Pennington, III

Patricia Blair

Patty and Howard Silverstein

Rana Akkaya-Meier

Ray Wood

Richie Kendall

Rishi Nangalia

Rita Scaringella

Roland Eckstein

Sheldon Kasowitz

Tara Rudomanski

Tristan Schwartzman

Anonymous (3)

Corporations

and Foundations

$100,000+

American Express

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

Bloomberg Philanthropies

BMO Harris Bank

Charles R. and Winifred R. Weber Foundation

Mother Cabrini Health Foundation

Paramount

The New York Community Trust

$50,000-$99,999

Brookfield Property Group LLC

Citi

Credit Suisse

Global Infrastructure Partners

Goldman Sachs Gives

Hagedorn Fund

Legg Mason & Co.

Moody’s Analytics

Mount Sinai Health System

New York Life Insurance Co.

PwC

The City University of New York (CUNY)

The Hearthland Foundation

Verizon Foundation

$20,000-$49,999

Amazin’ Mets Foundation

America Online

American Eagle Outfitters Foundation

Argo Group

Axel Johnson, Inc.

Bank of China

Carroll Management Group, LLC

Charles A. Frueauff Foundation

Clearbridge Investments

Consolidated Edison, Inc.

Cushman & Wakefield, Inc.

Deloitte & Touche LLP

Deutsche Bank

Digital Bridge

Donnelley Financial Solutions

Fidelity National Title Insurance Company

Fiduciary Trust Company International

FJC Certificate Fund

Franklin Templeton Charitable Giving Fund

Gibson Dunn & Crutcher, LLP

GroupM

Himan Brown Charitable Trust

Hudson Yards

JLL

Joyce and George Wein Foundation

Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP

Macro, a Savills Company

McKinsey & Company

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center

Morgan Stanley

National Football League

NBC Universal

Newmark Knight Frank

Northwell Health

Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP

Pfizer Foundation

Pfizer Inc.

Rabobank

RFR Holding LLC

RXR Realty

S&P Global Foundation

Silverstein Properties, Inc.

SJP Properties

SL Green Realty Corp.

Snap Interactive, Inc.

Sony Corporation of America

Starwood Property Trust

Sugar Creek Foundation c/o Bank Of America

The Bank of New York Mellon

The Blackstone Group

The Comcast Foundation

The Durst Organization, Inc.

The Frances L. & Edwin L. Cummings Memorial Fund

The Kaye Family Foundation

Two Lights Foundation Inc.

Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP

$10,000-$19,999

ABM Industries Inc.

Alliance Building Services

AMG National Trust

AmTrust Title

BlackRock

BNY Mellon

Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP

Capalino + Company

Cappelli Organization

CBRE

Charles S. Keene Foundation

Cipriani USA Inc

CNY Group

Coastal Community Foundation of South Carolina

THE NEW AMERICAN PROGRAM

Little Matthew mentored by Big Spencer

(matched for 3 years 1 month)

Matthew and Spencer have nurtured a successful mentoring relationship

characterized by consistent communication and enthusiastic engagement. Spencer’s commitment to providing guidance, arranging weekend outings, and supporting Matthew in achieving his S.M.A.R.T. goals has been instrumental in their journey, and Matthew’s smooth transition to a new school can be attributed in part to Spencer’s support. They have actively taken part in our various events, including the NFL helmet design and the AAPI Chinatown History Tour. Their active involvement has further strengthened a close-knit bond.

COLLEGE AND CAREER SUCCESS PROGRAM

Little Asma mentored by Big Lindsay (10-week program)

Mentor Lindsay and Scholar Asma were matched in the College & Career Success Program through a partnership with TechBae, an organization that advances equality by creating meaningful connections and developing opportunities for women across all levels within the Ad Tech & media landscape. Lindsay and Asma clicked right away over shared career interests in sports and marketing. Lindsay works in marketing for the NBA, which has always been a dream for Asma. She reported learning so much about entering her desired industry from her mentor. The match has also attended several BBBS of NYC events together, showcasing the true power of mentorship.

$10,000-$19,999 (cont.)

Collins Building Services, Inc.

Conscious Kids, Inc.

Cozen O’Connor

Desimone Consulting Engineering

Group, LLC

Duval & Stachenfeld, LLP

Eagle Cliff Real Estate Partners

Eastdil Secured LLC

Fabbrica

Falcone & Associates LLC

Financial Times

First Nationwide Title Agency, LLC

First Response, LLC

Fresh Meadow Mechanical Corp.

Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP

FTI Consulting

Garfunkel Wild PC

Gerstein Strauss & Rinaldi LLP

Golden Touch Imports, Inc.

Great Lakes Asset Solutions

Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Hertz, Herson LLP

Hunter Roberts Construction Corp.

Indus Capital Partners, LLC

Indus Charitable Foundation, Inc.

L&M Interior Construction

Landstone Capital Group

Larry L. Luing Family Foundation, Inc.

Latham & Watkins LLP

Loeb & Loeb LLP

M & T Bank

Mack Real Estate Group

Maximus Real Estate Partners

Medialink LLC

Metropolitan Commercial Bank

Milberg Factors, Inc.

Mission North Inc.

Mitsui Fudosan America

Morrison & Foerster LLP

Nakash Family Foundation

NY Developers & Management LLC

Oak Hill Advisors, LP

Paul, Hastings LLP

PBC USA

PBM, LLC

Phase 3 Interiors

Prestige Title Agency, Inc.

RELX

Rockefeller Group International, Inc.

Rockefeller-The Matching Gift Center

Ropes & Gray

Rosenberg & Estis, P.C.

Rudin Management Company, Inc.

Santander Bank

Sarah I. Schieffelin Residuary Trust

Savills Studley, Inc.

Schindler Elevator Corporation

Schonfeld Strategic Advisors LLC

Scott M. Panzer Foundation

Sidley Austin Brown & Wood LLP

Stawski Partners

Suffolk Cares Charitable Foundation, Inc.

Tayment

TEC Building Systems, LLC

Ted Moudis Associates

The Hyde and Watson Foundation

The Jana Foundation

The Seskin Family Fund

The Sunshine Foundation

The Theodore H. Barth Foundation

The Wendy’s Company

$10,000-$19,999 (cont.)

Tri-Star Construction

Trinity Church Wall Street

Tullett Prebon (Americas) Holdings Inc.

Upgrade Services

Vanbarton Group LLC

View the Space

Webster Bank

Wells Fargo

Workspace Property Trust

$5,000-$9,999

C3i Infrastructure

Corp. 00-$9,999

AKF Group LLC

Alliantgroup LP

Angelo, Gordon & Co., L.P.

Assa Properties

Atlantic Exterior Wally Systems LLC

Bank of America Charitable Foundation

Bank of Baroda

BankUnited

Blue Chip CS

Capital One, N.A.

Carter, Ledyard & Milburn

Chicago Title Insurance Co.

Cleary, Gotlieb, Steen & Hamilton

Cyruli Shanks Hart & Zizmor LLP

Daiwa Capital Markets America Inc.

Durnan Group

Durnan Group

EisnerAmper LLP

Ellington Management Group

EPIC Mechanical Contractors, LLC

Excel Interior Construction

Farrell Fritz, P.C. 00-$19,999

First American Title Insurance Co. of New York

First Citizens Bank

First National Bank LI

Fiserv

Flag Luxury

Holland & Knight LLP

HSBC Bank, USA, NA

International Asbestos Removal, Inc.

Israel Discount Bank of New York (IDB Bank)

John R. and Dorothy D. Caples Fund

Katsky Korins

LB Architects

Lend Lease

Martha Mertz Foundation, Inc.

Memx LLC

Meridian Capital Group, LLC

Milbank

National Basketball Association

Otterbourg P.C.

PAL Environmental Safety Corp.

Platzer, Swergold, Goldberg, Katz & Jaslow LLP

Pritchard Industries, Inc.

Prudential Insurance Company

Rialto Capital Advisors, LLC

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

Square Mile Capital Management II LLC

St. Vincent De Paul Foundation

Temasek Holdings

The AVRA Group

The Emmes Group of Companies

The Nola Foundation

Tru Development

U.S. Bank National Association

Venable Foundation

Veracity Equities

Wharton Apartments Associates

Yardi Systems, Inc.

$2,500-$4,999

1st Equity National Title

A.D. Real Estate Investors Inc.

Acore Capital

Admiral Capital

Almar Plumbing & Heating Corp.

ASR Electrical Contracting

Burberry

Capgemini

Cassin & Cassin LLP

Certilman Balin Adler & Hyman, LLP

Charities Aid Foundation of America

City National Bank

Columbia Property Trust

Component Assembly Systems, Inc.

Cross NY

Designs For Vision, Inc.

DiFazio Power & Electric Inc.

Dime Community Bank

Eastern Millwork

eCapital Asset Based Lending

Eventbrite

Gensler

Gotham Organization

Hatzel & Buehler, Inc.

Highland Associates

Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

JDP Mechanical, Inc.

Jerome Aluminum Products Corp.

John S. And Florence G. Lawrence Foundation

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

THE LGBTQ+ INITIATIVE

NYC Pride Parade

Since 2018, BBBS of NYC has been at the forefront of program innovation, focusing on providing safe, affirming, and inclusive mentorship successfully serving over 130 LGBTQ+ youth, with particular attention to the needs of trans and non-binary Littles. Big Pride, our volunteer affinity group, enhances outreach and support within the LGBTQ+ community by recruiting mentors, co-hosting programming, and providing feedback to further this important organizational effort.

COMMUNITY BASED MENTORING PROGRAM

Little Kyla mentored by Big Sarah (matched for 4 months)

Twelve-year-old Kyla, a charismatic and intellectually curious student from Brooklyn, excels in her 7th-grade studies at Success Academy Myrtle Middle School. A natural leader, she shines in music, playing the flute and guitar, and competes in national chess tournaments, even featuring on the news for her chess prowess. Meanwhile, 25-year-old Sarah, living in Manhattan, brings her organizational skills and adventurous spirit from her marketing research career to their match. Together, Kyla and Sarah bond over basketball, cultural events, and exploring the City’s diverse culinary scene. Their connection fosters Kyla’s self-advocacy and time management skills, navigating her packed schedule of school, chess, and various activities to ensure a fruitful and enriching mentoring relationship.

0-$4,999 (cont.)

oup

Kasowitz Family Foundation, Inc.

KKR

Knight Electrical Services Corp.

Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, PC

Kowitz Family Foundation

L and L Painting Company

L and L Painting Company

Langan Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc

Liberty Building Products

Liberty Building Products

Marcum LLP

Metropolis Group Inc.

Midwest Steel

Morris View Healthcare Center

Mulligan Security LLC

Mulligan Security LLC

New Hudson Facades

New York Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Corp.

& Cooling Corp.

Omni New York LLC

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.

Paratransit Insurance Company

Patti and Sons Inc.

TD Bank

TEI Group

The Berman Group

The Billy Garfield Scholarship Fund

TPG Architecture, LLP

PJ Mechanical

PJ Mechanical

PJT Partners

Provident Life & Casualty

Provident Life & Casualty

Insurance Company

Rabina

S.J. Electric Inc.

S.J. Electric Inc.

Salesforce.org

Sciame Construction, LLC

Siemens Industry Inc.

Smith Engineering

Smith Engineering

Turner Construction Co.

Turner Construction Co.

Valley National Bank

VDA Elevator Consulting

Winick Realty Group, LLC

Wolkow Braker Roofing Corp.

Women In Cable Telecommunications

Younkins & Schecter LLP

Gove

epartment of Youth and

Community Development

Council Member Bottcher

Council Member Farias

Council Member Hanks

Council Member Narcisse

Council Member Powers

Council Member Riley

rnment Funding

Council Member Rivera

Spotify

Spotify

Standard Fire Protection LLC

Syska & Hennessy, Inc.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Officers

Jonathan Bram

Co-Chairman

Jon May

Co-Chairman

Laura Parsons, Psy.D.

Chairman Emeritus

Barbara Mendelson President

Lucy Lopez

Immediate Past President

Anshell Boggs

Executive Vice President

Trustees

Anthony Abenante

Joseph S. Allerhand

Matt Borstein

Ben Brown

AJ Camhi

Rowena Carreon

Craig Clay

Melissa Colón-Bosolet

Michael Conway

W. Don Cornwell

Steven M. Durels

Jonathan (Jody) Durst

Bill Edwards

Michael Rodriguez

Scott Schaevitz

Phil Seskin

Ben Smithee

Kate Snow

Sy Sternberg

Adam Tejpaul

Emeriti

Richard T. Anderson

Philip F. Bleser

Francis Carling

Reuben Daniels

Paul N. Glickman

Vice President

Katherine C. Linder

Vice President

Erin Scanlo

Vice President

Yvonne Liu

Vice President

Treasurer an Secretary

Daniel J. McSwi

General Counsel

Edward L. Gardner in Memoriam

Chairman Emeritus in Memoriam

Robert L. Frome

Catherine Feng

Leslie Giordano

Thomas R. Grossman

Gerald L. Hassell

Roger S. Goodell

Susan Hinkson

E. Bai Koo

Jared L. Landaw

Matt McClure

Stella Mendes

Karen Miner-Romanoff

Sky Milch

Nicole Newlin

Anthony Orso

Steven Pozycki

Frank Pusinelli

Frank Pusinelli

Peter Holzer

Kenneth Knuckles

Steve Moore

Robert Moss

Peter Pollack

Rudolph J. Santoro

Marva Smalls

Tawana Tibbs

Frederick O. Terrell

Lawrence J. Toal

Beverly Benz Treuille

John E. Waldron

Judy A. Weill

Glen Weiss

Mark A. DeRugeriis

Philip L. Milstein

Lee J. Miner

Susan Moultrie

Joyce Mullins-Jackson

Trevor Mundt

Michael Rosenthal

James Warner

Cheryle A. Wills

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP Council

Chief Executive Officer

Michael Coughlin

Chief Program &

Jeff Elgart

Chief Corporate Officer

Salomé Jea

Chief People & Talent Officer

Laurie Lessage

Chief Financial Officer

GET INVOLVED

It takes a village to build and support the next generation of leaders. With our community and partners, we are igniting potential in our City’s youth. Learn how you can join us and get involved today.

Become a Big

We serve youth across all five boroughs of New York City with the help of our Bigs, who volunteer eight hours a month to connect with their Littles and share impactful experiences that bring youth one step closer to achieving their S.M.A.R.T. goals.

Donate

By making a monetary donation, you contribute to the costs of Big-Little matchmaking, academic enrichment for our Littles, comprehensive screenings for potential Bigs, and continued volunteer outreach and recruitment efforts to connect more New York City youth to caring and consistent mentors.

Become a Corporate Partner

Join the more than 60 corporations that partner with us and bring the power of mentoring to your office through BBBS of NYC’s Workplace Mentoring Program or College & Career Success Program.

Join an Affinity Group

BBBS of NYC Affinity Groups are comprised of volunteers that help expand our outreach to targeted communities. Big Pride, Bigs United, Latinx Bigs, the Asian Mentoring Committee, and the Young Professionals Committee all play a huge role in supporting our organization’s initiatives and fundraising efforts.

To learn more about getting involved, email getinvolved@bigsnyc.org

OUR VISION

All youth achieve their full potential.

OUR MISSION

To build and support mentoring relationships to ignite the biggest possible futures for youth.

OUR VALUES

Put Youth First Advance Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Operate with Integrity

Engage with Empathy

Invest in Learning & Innovation

Front cover, left to right:

First row: Little Harry and Big Eric

Little Mahogany and Big Mackenzie

Second Row: Big Greg and Little Bola

Big Kelechi and Little Mya Renee

Little Ryder and Big Ayush

Third row: Big Angel and Little Jane

Little Kendall and Big Simone

Back cover: Big Aditi and Little Ariel

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