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Give the gift of connection. More kids than ever a Give the gift of connection. More kids than ever are feeling disconnected from their friends, their routines, and their support systems. Help a kid gain confidence with a Big Brother or Big Sister by their side. Give a gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alaska today. #GivingTuesday. https://bit.ly/36oHj2F
Why does our amazing board member @shawnpatrickriv Why does our amazing board member @shawnpatrickrivera support Big Brothers Big Sisters? Because every child deserves a caring adult mentor who can help them reach their full potential! Take an #unselfie and let us know why you're supporting #BigBrothersBigSistersofAlaska this #GivingTuesday! https://bit.ly/36oHj2F
It’s #GivingTuesday, a day to support a cause yo It’s #GivingTuesday, a day to support a cause you care about. Choose Big Brothers Big Sisters, and ignite a kid’s potential. https://bit.ly/36oHj2F
Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday - a global day to celeb Tomorrow is #GivingTuesday - a global day to celebrate generosity, think globally, and act locally. Please match a local youth with a caring adult mentor by making a donation to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alaska. https://bit.ly/36oHj2F
#MatchMondays Scarlett had a hard time making fri #MatchMondays Scarlett had a hard time making friends. Her grandparents wanted her to have a friendship fostered in a safe and consistent environment to heal and to grow. She needed a home away from home, not just one activity here and there, but rather, a consistent friend who could share activities and outings. Alicia joined the mentoring community because she wanted to give back to kids who were overcoming similar experiences to her own. They had an instant connection. They have both found someone to talk to and relate to. Alicia explains that many of their childhood experiences are similar, as their relationships with their parents, being raised by their grandparents, and both having the responsibility of being the oldest sibling. They also both have a deep love for art and everything creative. Through art, Scarlett can cope with stress by focusing on modeling clay, drawing, fashion, and writing, rather than the feelings that overwhelm her. Through Alicia's consistency, support, and overall dedication towards showing up for Scarlett, Scarlett has known true friendship. She has learned to trust herself, and others and make intentional efforts to work on herself. Scarlett and Alicia’s full story was shared in this month’s e-newsletter. Stay connected and read about how matches like Scarlett and Alicia are igniting potential. https://mailchi.mp/86181d14c441/bbbsak
Join the mentoring community: https://www.bbbsak.o Join the mentoring community: https://www.bbbsak.org/become-a-big/ Invest in potential: https://give.classy.org/MatchingGift2020
Make twice the impact when you donate to Big Broth Make twice the impact when you donate to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alaska this fall. Thanks to ConocoPhillips, your donation will be matched (up to $10,000) starting today! Donate online https://give.classy.org/MatchingGift2020
It’s time to make an impact. Time to be #Bigger It’s time to make an impact. Time to be #BiggerTogether. Time to defend potential. Time to stand up for the 172 kids waiting for a mentor of their own. It’s time. And they need a person with commitment and compassion. A person who sees the best in others. A person who believes a Little’s potential is truly great. Know anybody who fits that bill? Could be a friend, family, neighbor, or co-worker. But most importantly, it could be you. You have a story to share, and guidance to give. You can show a Little the true reach of their potential. You just need a few hours a month. It’s time to sign up and make a difference in someone’s life. This might just be the spark a Little needs to believe in themselves. Let’s bring 172 down to zero today. It’s time. Become a Big. bbbsak.org/become-a-big/
Congratulations Ashlee! Ashlee graduated from Val Congratulations Ashlee! Ashlee graduated from Valdez High School. This fall she’s planning on attending UAF and obtaining her degree in Social Work. When Emily was asked about her 10-year match, she shared “Being able to see the growth in our match always makes me feel so grateful for being who I am. Emily not only watched me change into the woman I am today but she shaped me not only in my actions but in my heart as well.” Emily, Ashlee’s Big Sister, is this year’s Big of the Year. #LittlesGraduate #BBBSAK
Congratulations Kayleigh! Kayleigh graduated from Congratulations Kayleigh! Kayleigh graduated from Haines High School and is planning on attending UAS for pre-nursing. Kayleigh and Jackie were matched when Kayleigh was in Kindergarten, over 12 years ago. Kayleigh shared her favorite things about being matched: "All the adventures she took me on and the stability she gave me throughout the years, so many dynamics and relationships have changed in my life but she's always been there. When this match closes, it'll just be the label, nothing else will change." #LittlesGraduate #BBBSAK
Congratulations Celonia! Celonia graduated from B Congratulations Celonia! Celonia graduated from Bartlett High School and plans to attend UAA in the fall. Over the 4 years of their match, Jenith has been Celonia’s person, teaching Ceonia how to drive, introducing her to new experiences like fishing, rollerblading and cooking, and making sure that Celonia had rides to work and appointments. "Jenith feels like a real big sister. She gave me real advice and it didn’t feel like just a program. She feels like my real sister." – Celonia #LittlesGraduate #BBBSAK
Congratulations Brice! Brice graduated from Thunde Congratulations Brice! Brice graduated from Thunder Mountain High School. He is attending Dartmouth College in the fall and is thinking about majoring in Engineering. #LittlesGraduate #BBBSAK
Graduation is a special time at Big Brothers Big S Graduation is a special time at Big Brothers Big Sisters. It signifies the completion of our program for Bigs and Littles and marks a new beginning for our Littles. Over the next few weeks, we’re going to introduce the BBBSAK Class of 2020 graduating Littles. Help us to celebrate their huge milestone. Congratulations Makayla! Makayla graduated from Galena Interior Learning Academy. She was accepted into Alaska Pacific University and will major in Marine and Environmental Science. Makayla and her Big Sister Erin have been matched for 6 years. Here’s what they shared about their match: A lot can change in 6 years... the world, us, how we interact with it. And sometimes the biggest changes of all are the relationships we have with others. Little/Big sisters for 6 years, friends for life. #LittlesGraduate #BBBSAK
Big Sister Barb and Little Sister Viv created and Big Sister Barb and Little Sister Viv created and displayed these signs together over FaceTime. #BBBSAK #inthistogether #biggertogether
Support mentorship by purchasing this vibrant 200 Support mentorship by purchasing this vibrant 200 piece puzzle designed by nationally acclaimed artist Jeff Rogers. For every puzzle you purchase, BBBS will send one to a Little and their family for free! https://4agc.com/commerce_pages/0e48ca03-8d52-455d-8f18-6644757d8af1
Donation pickups are available! Schedule your clot Donation pickups are available! Schedule your clothing and household donation pickup today. Clothing and household donations collected by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Alaska help fund local programs and services to support our mission. With your help, we can better serve our community, as well as give the donated items a new life outside of a landfill. Schedule online donate.bbbsak.org
Hey Mentors - If you haven't already, call your me Hey Mentors - If you haven't already, call your mentee on FaceTime or over the phone and let them know that although you need to temporarily pause seeing them in person, you are still there for them. Create a plan and schedule with your mentee about how you’ll stay in touch over the next few weeks while continuing to follow the appropriate guidelines. How are you cultivating connections during this time of social distancing? Tag us @bbbsak to let us know and we'll share your ideas!
To our Bigs — Being there for your Little is as To our Bigs — Being there for your Little is as powerful as ever. As you explore creative ways to cultivate a connection with your Little, remember to be mindful. Let your Little know that you see them and are there for them if they want to talk about what’s happening in the world. Also understand and honor your and their emotions, including the range of reactions that may be expressed during this time of physical distancing.
Hundreds of zoos, museums, National Parks and art Hundreds of zoos, museums, National Parks and art galleries are offering free live webcams and virtual field trips to keep kids at home entertained and educated while things are closed. How are you cultivating connection with your Little during this time of physical distancing? Tag us @bbbsak to let us know and we'll share your ideas with your fellow Bigs!
To our Bigs — Our support of you and your Little To our Bigs — Our support of you and your Little remains unwavering. We’re here for you. What do you need? Please send us a message here or contact your Match Support Specialist. • • • Self-Care Tips for Bigs • • • Stay connected. Keep in frequent virtual contact with your family, friends, and neighbors. Start a fun-only group chat with your coworkers or enjoy dinner with your parents over FaceTime to help keep loneliness at bay. Take a break. Steer clear of social media posts and discussions about the virus as needed to manage anxiety or other responses to the situation. Get outside. Take a walk around your neighborhood, enjoy breaks on your balcony, and fling open those windows in your home office. We need sunlight and fresh air to recharge and be mentally healthy!
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For more than 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. As the nation’s largest donor and volunteer supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 6 through 18, in communities across the country. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.

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