Over 100 years ago, BBBS was founded as an innovative alternative to the juvenile justice system to create equity and empowerment for young people who needed us most. Today, this spirit drives us to become the foremost JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) youth empowerment organization putting every kid on the path to graduate with a plan for their future and the impacts of mentoring for their lifetime. BBBS began serving Washtenaw County youth and families in 1991, as a sponsored program, under the trusteeship of Huron Service for Youth, and later under Help Source. In the first several years of programming, an average of 45 children were matched annually. The program grew over the next ten years, serving 163 youth in 2001. In July of 2007, BBBS-WC became a freestanding, independent organization and are proud to have created and supported over 7,600 one-to-one mentoring relationships over the last 30 years. Mission and Goals Our VISION is that all youth achieve their full potential. Our MISSION is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. We work with parents/guardians, volunteers and others in the community to hold ourselves ACCOUNTABLE for each young person in our program achieving: · Higher aspirations, greater confidence, and better relationships, · Avoidance of risky behaviors, and · Educational success
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11 W Michigan Ave
US，Michigan，Ypsilanti，48197
BIG thanks to Match Maker sponsors of A Fall Evening: Debbie and Mike Tirico, Cheryl and Jamie Buhr, Smart Energy Insulation, Steve and Jackie Tracy, Bank of Ann Arbor, Nancie and Don Loppnow, Promanas?, and Lindsay and Ralph Petty. Their belief in the power of mentorship helps BBBSSM make a difference, one match at a time. Read more about this event at https://lnkd.in/eZKw-3pM
BIG thanks to the Wish Maker sponsors of A Fall Evening: the Martin Family Foundation, Norma and Dick Sarns, and The VonVoigtlander Family Foundation. Their partnership helped make the event a huge success! Learn more at https://lnkd.in/emJEysYk
BIG thanks to our Fall Evening Dream Maker sponsors: Avfuel?, Ambassador Ronald Weiser (ret.), The Janeth Fund, and Stephanie and Bruce Benz. Their support made this event a huge success! Read more details about A Fall Evening at https://lnkd.in/eZKw-3pM
Many thanks to our Magic Maker sponsors for A Fall Evening, Emily and Henry Ford III! Their generosity helped make the event a delightful and effective way to support BBBSSM's one-to-one mentorship mission. For more info, visit
BIG thanks to The Jones Family Foundation, our Presenting Sponsor for A Fall Evening! Through their generosity, attendees shared a night of connection and camaraderie, and BBBSSM raised a significant amount to support youth mentorship in our community. Visit https://lnkd.in/emJEysYk for all the details!
Our 2023 impact report highlights significant achievements: 90% of youth reported having a Very Important Adult in their lives. We've seen improvements in depressive symptoms, emotional regulation, and educational expectations. Additionally, we have successfully continued to prevent interactions with police or the juvenile system. These outcomes are crucial in our mission to empower every young person to graduate high school with a clear plan for their future and a mentor whose influence will have a lasting impact. Help us match and support more youth in Southeast Michigan by attending A Fall Evening with BBBS on September 8th!
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Last week, Littles and their Bigs had the best time shopping at the Target?Livonia store! It was an unforgettable back-to-school shopping experience. ????? Thank you to @Target for helping prepare our Littles to do their best in school and instilling confidence for the year ahead. Target’s support extends beyond shopping events, providing access to the people and resources needed for young people to succeed throughout their lives. Together, we’re making a difference! ?? #BackToSchool #Target #BeBig #TeamTarget #D137makesadifference #G195cares #Targetvolunteers Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Our Matches went on a WILD adventure over the weekend! Big thanks to Sam F., our Enhancements Coordinator, and the Youth Ambassadors for creating unforgettable memories for our Bigs and Littles! They learned so much and made some furry (and feathery!) friends at The Creature Conservancy! To read more about all of the incredible animals we met, visit the "Our Stories" tab in the link in our bio!? #BBBSEasternMichigan #CreatureConservancy #MakingADifference #MentorshipMoments #AnimalEncounters #CommunityFun
We are delighted to join @GoodMorningAmerica's celebration of Main Streets across America this morning in downtown Ann Arbor! It's an honor to see one of our dedicated supporters, @BlankSlateCreamery, featured on the show. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the vibrant local businesses that make our community unique. At BBBSSEM, we are proud to support and be a part of such an engaged and dynamic community. #gma #blankslatecreamery #mainstreet #bbbssem #communitysupport #localbusiness