We at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island (“BBBSLI”) know that there truly is magic in mentoring! A good mentor will shine light on a child’s gifts and lift that child high enough to reach their dreams. For over four decades, our special mission at BBBSLI has been to create and support one-to-one mentoring…
Sebastien admits that he didn’t know what to expect when he first found out he was getting a Big Brother. “I was a little confused at first, but then I decided to roll with it and I’m really happy I did”. “I really appreciate how Tom is down to earth and levelheaded. That makes it easier…
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF LONG ISLAND BOARD MEMBER TIMOTHY FOLEY RECEIVES BANK OF AMERICA’S GLOBAL VOLUNTEER AWARD Long Island, NY (November, 2022) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island (BBBSLI) congratulates longtime Board Member and volunteer Timothy Foley for receiving the prestigious Global Volunteer Award from Bank of America. Serving on…
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…
#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…