#HispanicHeritageMonth is an opportunity for BBBS to communicate our belonging, inclusive and welcoming mentoring culture through storytelling and awareness, while highlighting the cultural significance of the Hispanic and Latin community. 25% (1 in 4) of Littles identify as part of Hispanic/Latin American/LatinXcommunity 10% of Bigs identify as part of Hispanic/Latin American/LatinXcommunity While we celebrate cross-ethnic…
What started as a small idea to provide a clothing rack of items for our children, turned into a vision of creating a boutique shopping experience year-round. A walk-in closet which offered seasonal and specialty apparel, accessories, and footwear. Highlighting prom and workplace attire and items ranging in all sizes and styles. Darby Dental…
Long Island, NY (June 2022) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island (BBBSLI) Board of Directors welcomes Liz Meyers, Board Chair, Rich Grossi, Vice Chair, Mike Quattrucci, Treasurer and Praveen Anumolu, Secretary. Liz Meyers is the Executive Vice President of Purchasing and Global Sourcing for Darby Dental Supply, LLC. She is responsible for…
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF LONG ISLAND ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH TOWN OF SOUTHAMPTON POLICE DEPARTMENT Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island (BBBSLI), the leading youth mentoring organization on Long Island, is happy to announce its new partnership with the Town of Southampton Police Department for a “Bigs in Blue” mentoring program. Bigs…
Long Island, NY (May 2022) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island (BBBSLI) held its CATWALK for Kids Fashion Show on May 4th at the Crest Hollow Country Club in Woodbury. Over 200 guests in attendance, 42 matches (Bigs/Littles) strutting their stuff down the runway, amazing swag bags and raffle prizes. Guests started their evening…
“I am honored and grateful to help support the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island. I look forward to continuing my relationship with the organization and working with a group of exceptional professionals and volunteers.” Lauren Makofske is the Vice President of Proprietary Brands at Marchon Eyewear, one of the world’s largest…