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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island (BBBSLI) creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.

Mentorship took center stage last night at our 13t Mentorship took center stage last night at our 13th annual Catwalk For Kids Fashion Show 🤩💞

Together, we raised nearly $70,000 to support life-changing youth mentorship programs across Long Island!

Watching our Bigs and Littles light up the runway was unforgettable — their confidence grew with every strut down the catwalk, and it was truly inspiring to witness 💫

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible models, our amazing sponsors, attendees, and our honoree Paul Moran for helping make this the best night EVER!

Your support helps create brighter futures, stronger connections, and lasting impact for local youth.

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#fashion #fashionshow #fundraiser #mentorship #bebig
⏳💥 LAST CALL FOR TICKETS!!!! Our 2026 Catwal ⏳💥 LAST CALL FOR TICKETS!!!!

Our 2026 Catwalk For Kids Fashion Show is THIS THURSDAY, and you’re not going to want to miss out on this highly-anticipated event!

Get your tickets NOW at the link in our bio to secure your spot for an evening of fashion, food, fun and mentorship ✨

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#fashion #fashionshow #mentorship #bebig
To close out #NationalVolunteerMonth, meet Kyle O’Grady of @hofstramlax 💙🥍

His father’s mentorship helped shape the person he is today— and now, he’s paying it forward!

From organizing a toy collection for our annual Holiday For Kids’ Sake program to supporting our mission of youth mentorship, Kyle is making an impact where it matters most. 

Because every child deserves guidance, encouragement, and someone who believes in them. 

Now it’s your turn. Become a mentor. 

Head to the link in our bio to learn more 🔗

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#hofstra #lacrosse #collegeathlete #bebig
Please join us in congratulating our Chief Program Please join us in congratulating our Chief Program Officer, Fabiola Turner, on receiving the Certilman Balin Leadership Excellence Award at last night’s @imagine_awards 🏆💫

This award recognizes an exemplary nonprofit leader who focuses on innovation in driving organizational change and social impact ✨

Congratulations, Fabiola on this well-deserved honor!

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#leadership #femaleleaders #bebig
Behind every great athlete is someone who believed Behind every great athlete is someone who believed in them first. 

For Jamie Cartnal of Hofstra Men’s Cross Country & Track, that was his high school coach- guiding him not just on the track, but in life. 

That’s the power of mentorship 💚

This #NationalVolunteerMonth, we’re celebrating our Bigs who show up, lead, and change lives every day. 

Do YOU want to make an impact? Apply to become a mentor to Long Island youth at the link in our bio 🔗

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#hofstra #collegeathlete #crosscountry #mentorship
#NationalVolunteerMonth continues with Shannon Smi #NationalVolunteerMonth continues with Shannon Smith, Hofstra Women’s Lacrosse Head Coach 💙🥍

Just as every athlete needs a coach, every child deserves a mentor 💫

Mentorship changes lives. Be that change.

Apply today at the link in our bio 🔗

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#hofstra #hofstrapride #lax #femaleleaders
Thank you to our friends at @thefashionablestylist Thank you to our friends at @thefashionablestylista for hosting a hands-on miniature dress design workshop for our matches 👗✂️

Such a fun and creative afternoon which helped to expose our Littles to the fashion industry and new possibilities for their future ✨

Shoutout to BBBSLI Leadership Council Member & Founder of The Fashionable Stylista, Marcela Pinzon, for continuously hosting these immersive and fun experiences for our program 💚

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#fashion #design #dress #creativity #bebig
Hofstra wrestler, Chase Liardi, is helping us spot Hofstra wrestler, Chase Liardi, is helping us spotlight the impact of mentorship this #NationalVolunteerMonth.

With his father as his mentor, he knows firsthand how powerful it is to have someone guiding you every step of the way— and why every child deserves that same support 💫

That’s exactly what our mission is here at BBBSLI. 

Help a child reach their full potential. Become a mentor.

Apply today at the link in our bio 💙

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#hofstra #hofstrapride #collegeathlete #mentor
⏳The runway is ready… are you? Our 2026 Catwa ⏳The runway is ready… are you?

Our 2026 Catwalk For Kids Fashion Show is right around the corner, and you’re not going to want to miss out on this fun-filled and heart-warming event 💕

Join us on May 7 at @cresthollowcountryclub for an evening of fashion, food and fun as our very own Bigs and Littles strut their stuff down the runway 💚

This year, we’re thrilled to be honoring longtime BBBSLI Board Member, Paul Moran, and welcoming back 106.1 BLI’S @allyalionair as our event emcee ✨

Come out and support our mission of youth mentorship on Long Island! Get your tickets TODAY at the link in our bio!

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#fashion #fashionshow #mentorship #bebig
Go ahead… copy us 💚 Join the mentorship move Go ahead… copy us 💚

Join the mentorship movement and become a Big Brother or Big Sister to a Long Island child TODAY! 

Apply now at the link in our bio 🔗✨

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#kardashians #trend #copyme #officelife #humor
Leadership on and off the field 💙🥍 Hofstra Leadership on and off the field 💙🥍

Hofstra Men’s Lacrosse Head Coach Seth Tierney is helping us spotlight the power of mentorship this #NationalVolunteerMonth. 

From coaching athletes to shaping young lives, he knows the impact of having someone in your corner to lead the way 💫

The impact is real.

And it starts with you. 

Apply to become a mentor to a young person on Long Island today. Link in bio ✨

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#hofstra #hofstrapride #lacrosse #lax
WHAT DO YOU MEAN you haven’t signed up to become WHAT DO YOU MEAN you haven’t signed up to become a mentor yet?!

Apply now at the link in our bio ✨

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#bieber #bieberchella #coachella #meme #bebig
Meet the stars of our 2026 CATWALK FOR KIDS FASHIO Meet the stars of our 2026 CATWALK FOR KIDS FASHION SHOW 🌟

These incredible Bigs & Littles are more than just models- they represent the confidence, friendship, connection and growth that mentorship makes possible 💚

Be sure to come out and support these superstar matches for a fun night in celebration of mentorship! 

Tickets and sponsorship opportunities available at the link in our bio!

🗓️ May 7, 2026

⏰ 6:30 - 9:30 PM

📍 @cresthollowcountryclub 

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#fashion #fashionshow #fundraiser #longisland #mentorship
Our #NationalVolunteerMonth series with @hofstrapr Our #NationalVolunteerMonth series with @hofstrapride  continues 💙

Today, we hear from student-athlete @kelly.levengood of @hofstrafh1 as she shares how her coach — and mentor — pushes her to be her best every day, and why every child deserves the same support. 

Now it’s YOUR turn to be that support for a young person on Long Island. 

Become a mentor today. Link in bio to apply 🔗

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#hofstra #hofstrapride #collegesports #mentorship
Every match is a new story 💚 Welcome to our Fe Every match is a new story 💚

Welcome to our February & March matches! We’re so glad you’re here and we’re beyond excited for what’s ahead! 

Help us show them some love in the comments below 👇

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#mentorship #giveback #bebig
Our Donation Center crew has an important message Our Donation Center crew has an important message 👀

Schedule your donation pickup TODAY at the link in our bio 🔗✨
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#trend #trending #warehouse #longisland #bebig
Leadership on and off the court 💙🏀 As @spee Leadership on and off the court 💙🏀

As @speedy_clax10 celebrates 5 years leading Hofstra Pride Men’s Basketball, he’s helping us highlight the impact of mentorship this #NationalVolunteerMonth. 

He shares how his father’s guidance shaped his path and why every young person deserves someone in their corner 💫

Mentorship changes everything.

Be the difference. Become a mentor. 

Link in bio to apply 🔗

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#hofstra #hofstrapride #collegebasketball #bebig
Our 2026 Catwalk for Kids Fashion Show is ONE MONT Our 2026 Catwalk for Kids Fashion Show is ONE MONTH AWAY 🚨📣✨

You won’t want to miss out on this fun-filled evening as we cheer on our very own Bigs & Littles as they strut down the runway! 

This year, we’re thrilled to be honoring longtime BBBSLI Board Member and Big Brother, Paul Moran 🎉

Get your tickets TODAY for a night of fashion, delicious food, exciting raffles, and all-around feel-good vibes 💚

🗓️ May 7, 2026

⏰ 6:30 - 9:30 PM

📍 @cresthollowcountryclub 

We also have half and full-page journal ads available for purchase along with a variety of sponsorship opportunities 💫

More info and tickets available at the link in bio 🔗

Questions? Contact Danielle Taylor 💌 dtaylor@bbbsli.org

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#fashion #fashionshow #fundraiser #mentorship #bebig
SUMMER IS CALLING ☀️ Enter for your chance to SUMMER IS CALLING ☀️

Enter for your chance to WIN a 2026 Steiger Craft 21’ Classic Center Console 🛥️✨

Winner to be drawn LIVE on August 14, 2026. Winner need not be present. Taxes are the responsibility of winner. 

100% of all raffle sales benefit BBBSLI in support of youth mentorship on Long Island! 

Get your tickets TODAY at the link in our bio!

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#boat #boating #entertowin #longisland #bebig
National Volunteer Month starts NOW 💚 We’re National Volunteer Month starts NOW 💚

We’re teaming up with @hofstrapride to bring you a brand new series featuring Hofstra coaches & student-athletes sharing why #MentorshipMatters and how giving back makes an impact here on Long Island ✨

Ready to get in the game? Become a mentor today 💪

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#NationalVolunteerMonth #GiveBack #Hofstra #BeBig
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