At BBBSMB, we often tell our current and potential Bigs that they do not need to be a hero in their mentoring relationship. While we still stand by that, for Bigs Evan
At BBBSMB, we often tell our current and potential Bigs that they do not need to be a hero in their mentoring relationship. While we still stand by that, for Bigs Evan
6 months ago, the Olympics in Boston was a phrase that met with much criticism. As we all know, this idea was axed last July by Boston’s Mayor Marty Walsh. So why
We’ve received a lot of requests from Bigs looking for opportunities around Boston for them to volunteer with their Littles. Showing your Little how to volunteer encapsulates the goals of the program
Twitter is not all about Kanye rants and Daniel rocking his white Vans. While we admit that it IS entertaining, the microblogging site is actually a great way to share your thoughts
Twice a year, the BBBSMB Family Council hosts a ‘lunch and learn’ for parents of newly matched Littles to meet, mingle and learn how their children can get the most out of
Many athletes would not be where they are without the help of a mentor. In the case of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay, sports and athletes are also a popular
Happy AmeriCorps week, everyone! Each year, AmeriCorps dedicates a week to recognize the commitment of their members and alumni by highlighting the extraordinary impact they make in the communities they serve. At
When we read the news, it’s hard not to get overwhelmed by the problems of our community. In the following blog post, inspired by VP of External Relations, Rich Greif’s article concerning
The early stages of a match are a little intimidating. The desire to make a great first impression and be a good mentor to your Little may seem a bit daunting. What
What’s it like to be a Big or mentor? We put together some of our top mentoring moments for you… all in GIFS! When you make the decision to become a Big…
In honor of National Mentoring Month, BBBSMB is highlighting some of our partners who play a major role as advocates for mentoring in our community. This week, we will be focusing on
In honor of National Mentoring Month, BBBSMB would like to highlight some of our partners who play a major role as mentors in our community. This week, we will be focusing on
A New Year is always an exciting time to try and learn new things. In a match, this is especially true. So for the New Year, we mapped out some of the
With a New Year, comes a time of reflection. With the holidays in full swing, we thought it would be a great time for us at Being BIG, to relive our favorite
‘Tis the season of giving and every year hundreds of Bigs contact us with questions regarding gift giving protocol. It’s difficult to understand the boundaries when celebrating holidays with your Little, especially
Great life lessons and mentoring moments can be picked up from your favorite movie and TV characters. Despite some of their unsavory personality traits and unconventional mentoring styles, there are always moments
Our Match Support Specialists are the eyes and ears of our agency. As the point of contact for our families, they hold the key to something special: our Matches’ stories. Day in
You’ve all heard time and time again that we need more volunteers, particularly males in the Greater Boston Community. And time and time again, we ask (sometimes beg!) our current Bigs to
While it’s sad to say goodbye to summer, Fall is a New Englanders dream! There are so many fun and cost effective things to do in and around the Boston area. To
With ‘Back to School’ in full swing, we’ve been getting a lot of questions from volunteers about how to encourage their Little in school without sounding too “naggy” or missing out on
When it comes to finding a mentor for your child, questions are inevitable. How does the program work? What is my role as a guardian? To answer these frequently asked questions and
If you’ve watched a child for an extended period of time, then chances are you’ve had to fork over your smartphone or tablet to keep him or her busy. It’s okay, we’ve
In Boston Public Schools, more than three out of four students live near or below the poverty line. This statistic reflects a growing problem not just in Boston but in the United
