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ACTIVE MATCHES IN KANSAS CITY

HOURS OF ONE-TO-ONE MENTORING THIS WEEK

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April 17, 2024

STANDING TOGETHER TO DEFEND POTENTIAL  

In a world of causes, we make a difference by creating professionally supported, one-to-one Matches for kids who want to realize their full potential.

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To clear the path to a child’s biggest possible future.

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Your financial support helps us provide our programs to children in our community who need it the most and will help us develop more college grads, community leaders and entrepreneurs.

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MEET OUR MATCHES

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There are over 1,000 active matches in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program and each one of them has a story. Take a minute and get to know just a few of our amazing Matches here.

Since 2014

Tandra & Gabby

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Since 2011

Kevin & Luis

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Since 2007

John & Rachaad

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Since 2018

Brian, Bonnie, & Oskar

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Since 2014

Burt & Colten

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Since 2018

Chris & Shane

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News and Stories

Meet Andy & Ta’Ray

Andy is always willing to help out where he can, asks questions when he needs to, and use all the resources at his disposal to make sure that he is the best Big Brother he can be. Andy is currently applying for grad school and working full-time but always makes sure...
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Big Brothers Big Sisters KC Hosts Inspirational Black Leaders Panel for Youth in KC

Kansas City, Mo. — (April 3, 2024) — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City recently organized an impactful two-day event at their Crossroads office on March 13 and 14, 2024. The Men's and Women's Black Leader Panel aimed to provide the city's youth with...
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Refer a Big

With over 200 kids on the waitlist, Big Brothers Big Sisters KC needs more great Bigs now more than ever. Refer a friend, family member, or coworker who would make an amazing Big, and you will be entered to win a $250 Ticketmaster gift card!  Your referral(s) must...
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Upcoming Events

Summer Bowl for Kids’ Sake

Summer Bowl for Kids’ Sake is Big Brothers Big Sisters largest and most important annual fundraiser. All you have to do is gather your friends, fundraise to support BBBS and show up for a fun party.

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Rise Rooftop Crawl

Rise is a unique event where attendees crawl through exclusive, private rooftops of the Crossroads District with incredible views of the Downtown skyline. Guests enjoy food, drinks, music, and themed fun as they travel from one rooftop to the next, ending with an afterparty celebration.

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RISE rooftop crawl

Rise is a unique event where attendees crawl through exclusive, private rooftops of the Crossroads District with incredible views of the Downtown skyline. Guests enjoy food, drinks, music, and themed fun as they travel from one rooftop to the next, ending with an afterparty celebration.

Most Wanted Auction

Annually a class of dynamic, charismatic, charitable, passionate, hard-working professionals are chosen to be honored as KC’s Most Wanted. These individuals are movers and shakers who are making a big difference in their profession and in their community.

The selected honorees are featured in the November issue of The Independent and will be honored at the annual Most Wanted Auction which benefits Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City.

The event will be held at the The Midland. You can expect live music, entertainment, inspiring mission moments and incredible, once in a lifetime, live and silent auction packages.

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