Big Brothers Big Sisters of CO 2023

Little Moments. Big Impact.

You don’t need a lot of extra time, special skills, or a degree to ignite the potential of a young person. One caring adult, shared experiences, and knowing there is someone to stand in their corner helps youth see their own possibilities. Simple things, like a shared joke, a discovery, or developing a skill create the magic that happens in little moments.

Each of these little moments can be pivotal and change the trajectory of the life of a young person. At the time, they may seem insignificant. But, they are the true power of mentorship: those little moments of human connection transform lives.

Studies show that children who have role models are more likely to improve in school and in their relationships with family and friends, and less likely to skip school or use illegal drugs or alcohol. Students who are successful in school are less likely to drop out, abuse drugs, or commit crimes.

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We are also

Bonus: This opportunity snack

Dozens of youth in Central Oregon are waiting for someone

Big Brothers Big Sisters igniting potential. Presented returning to the Tower with hors d’oeuvres, live & silent auctions.

A Lunch & Learn is while learning

Join us at Comedy For Kids’ Sake!

Sisters of Central Oregon has planned another fabulous night of comedy, libations, and Presented by Transworld Business Advisors of Oregon Central, Comedy For Kids’ Sake is Tower Theatre October 7th, 2023, and promises to be the best yet! A ‘Red Carpet Evening’ d’oeuvres, desserts, and beverages, this event features an outstanding comedian as well as our auctions. We look forward to seeing you on our guest list! Tickets available at bbbsco.org.

seeking sponsors and auction item donations for this event! Call Jenn at 541-312-6047.

1:1 Plus Mentoring

PEOPLE, EXPERIENCES & OUTCOMES for every person we connect with.

PEOPLE - Young people, volunteers, staff, Central Oregon community, schools and community partners

EXPERIENCES - Monthly match activites, enrichment, outdoor activities, arts, science and more!

OUTCOMES - Improved self-connfidence, increased grades, better relationships, planning for the future.

BBBSCO is delivering mentoring experiences with young people at the center of a community of family, volunteers, and staff that nurture and support them.

Schedule a Lunch & Learn!

is a FREE opportunity for you and your coworkers to enjoy a casual lunch at your office learning about Big Brothers Big Sisters and the many different ways you can get involved!

We're available for virtual and in-person Lunch & Learns - whichever you prefer! opportunity doesn’t have to take place over the lunch hour! You can schedule a breakfast, snack break, or during an already scheduled meeting for us to come speak to your company. Meeting times can be adjusted but usually last around 30 minutes.

Will you be there for one?

someone to stand in their corner.

Big Accomplishment.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) named BBBSCO a Pinnacle Award Winner! Out of 225 agencies across the country, we were one of 8 organizations to receive this top honor for excellence in our signature 1-to-1 youth mentoring program.

This award recognizes the top agencies for increasing revenue and growing their overall number of mentors (“Bigs”) and youth (“Littles”) who are matched through the program, year over year, for two or more consecutive years.

“Awards like this are never a singular accomplishment. This is not just a Big Brothers Big Sisters achievement. It signals growth for our entire community,” said Jenn Davis, Program Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon. “We strive every day to support local youth through mentorship. It is truly a testament to the hard work done by our program staff.”

For over 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been dedicated to creating and supporting one-to-one mentoring relationships to help build self-confidence and emotional well-being, and empower young people on a path to graduate with a plan for their futures and a mentor whose impact can last a lifetime.

“We are extremely proud to honor Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon this year. Their innovative efforts and actions are leading the way in which our Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies empower young people across the country,” said BBBSA President and CEO, Artis Stevens. “We congratulate and thank these agencies for the

outstanding work they do every day to support the life-changing mentorship matches they form and facilitate.”

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon was formally recognized as a Pinnacle Award Winner at the 2023 Big Brothers Big Sisters “Bigger Together” National Conference, held in June in California.

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