Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts (BBBSEM) has named Brad Dixon, 67, of Bellingham, the agency’s 2022 Big Brother of the Year. He is one of over 3,000 volunteers, referred to
Last month, Daphne Lopes, a single mother living in Dorchester, represented parents and caregivers during Big Brothers Big Sisters of America’s virtual Parent Advisory Panel. During the event, she spoke about her
After tragically losing her son, Darrion, at the young age of 18 to gun violence on January 8, 2008, Tasha Carrington has found some relief from her grief by serving youth and
BURLINGTON, Mass. – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts (BBBSEM) has named Christian Detzel, 53, of Burlington, the agency’s 2021 Big Brother of the Year. He is one of over 3000
Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month? Beginning in 1990, (the same year that the Americans with Disabilities Act [ADA] was passed), the United States has recognized July as Disability
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. This month provides an opportunity to learn about and celebrate AAPI culture and history, as well as recognize the numerous ways the
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts Celebrates Youth Voice Month April is Youth Voice Month. Today and every day, we celebrate the amazing mentees in our one-to-one mentoring programs who teach
February is Black History Month, which SOGI wants to celebrate by bringing attention to Black contributions to the LGBTQ+ community and by spotlighting the current experience of Black members of this community.
A 2019 national survey by the Trevor Project gathered critical information from 34,800 LGBTQ youth (ages 13-24) on their mental health challenges and the support systems they seek out most. Some notable
We have discussed the importance of pronouns before and have heard from folks in the agency that they would like more resources surrounding this. Here are some best practices and tools to
In celebration of Black History Month, AARC would like to highlight the intersectionality between race and disability, and recognize the stories of a few amazing Black leaders in the Disability Justice movement
Happy Black History Month! Are you looking for fun ways your match can celebrate Black History this month? We’ve compiled a wide range of activities your match can do together. Whether you’re
February is Black History Month, a time where we reflect on and celebrate the history, culture, achievements, and contributions that African Americans and other people of African descent have made to our
This National Mentoring Month, we’re featuring Big Brother Jim and Little Brother Hunter from Martha’s Vineyard. Their match began in November 2019 and despite COVID limitations, they have continued to build a
ALLSTON, Mass. – Big Brothers Big Sisters of America has named Emily Moran, 30, of Allston, the Massachusetts Big Sister of the Year. She is one of 480 volunteers for the national
IPSWICH, Mass. – Big Brothers Big Sisters of America has named Ryan Callahan, 33, of Ipswich, the Massachusetts Big Brother of the Year. He is one of 480 volunteers for the national
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod & the Islands continues to stand up and ignite the potential of youth across the Cape and Martha’s Vineyard during this challenging year. There is
This past month, from September 15 – October 15, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Eastern Massachusetts has been celebrating the heritage, culture, and contributions of the Hispanic and Latinx populations in the
Little Sister Lailah and Big Sister Carla were matched in virtually April, and have had fun getting to know each other over the past five months. They are both very enthusiastic and
From Little Sister to Student Intern with BBBSEM Graduated Little, Natasha, Reflects on Her Experience as a Little Sister and a BBBSEM Intern BOSTON, MA – Little, Natasha, reflects on her experience
“You Can Be Successful in Anything You Want” A Little Brother from the 1980s Reaches Out in Search of Big Brother BOSTON, MA – Anthony A. Crutchfield III, author of “A Better
As graduation season has come and gone, we have been able to read some beautiful stories of how people have taken advantage of more time with family and friends amidst a pandemic.
In the midst of COVID-19, it is more important than ever to stay connected with the people surrounding you. We want to highlight a BBBS match that has really committed time to
This week, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cape Cod and the Islands celebrates National Police Week by featuring a local Edgartown Big Brother, Zachary Townes, and Little Brother Cayden. Last Spring, the
