Greg and Shobanni have been match for 2 1/2 years. They were matched during the height of COVID, where everything was virtual, and it was very difficult to bond and truly make a connection. Despite having a difficult start to their relationship, once they met in person, their friendship truly began and since then has…
Over the past several years their relationship has evolved into something special. Christine said “we are definitely more comfortable with each other; Maraeja has become much more talkative both with me and other adults. When we first started our relationship, I was (in retrospect) more concerned with coming up with cool and fun activities than…
Long Island, NY (June 2020) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island (BBBSLI) has announced the appointment of Vic Verola as its Board Chair on their Board of Directors. “I am extremely proud and honored to be chosen as Board Chair for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island. Our mission and our outcomes…
Pride Month History Pride Month is an annual month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) history, and the history of gay rights and related civil rights movements. It is celebrated in June to commemorate the Stonewall uprisings on June of 1969. The Stonewall Inn in Manhattan, NY was the side of riots…
Congratulations to this year’s scholarship recipients! View Virtual Volunteer & Donor Appreciation Video Here
In adherence with recommended guidelines and the most recent update by Governor Cuomo the New York shutdown will be extended to May 15th. BBBSLI has and will continue to work remotely to help support our Littles and their families during this time of need. Our team is dedicated to serve as a hub for hundreds…