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SOMETHING BIG
Igniting the Power &
Promise of Youth
Mentorship matters. Every day across Northern Nevada Bigs and Littles are meeting up and experiencing the life-changing impact of mentorship. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Nevada is the key to this mentorship, connecting Bigs and Littles in ways that enrich lives and transform communities. It’s powerful stuff. And it all starts here.
Since 2001, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Nevada has paired thousands of Bigs and Littles in life-changing connections. Our mentoring program is backed by 111 years of experience, proven success and positive outcomes — creating brighter futures, better schools and stronger communities for all.
Big Transformations. Huge Impact.
Individual lives changed add up to communities transformed. Across Northern Nevada, the impact of Big Brothers Big Sisters is felt far and wide.
41 months
Average community-based match length
281
Total children served in 2023
92%
of Littles maintained or improved their educational expectations in 2023
75%
Of Littles maintained or improved their depressive symptoms in 2023
1600
Hours of mentorship in 2023
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This Giving Tuesday, leave a lasting legacy! 💚
Join our Leave Your Mark campaign by purchasing a custom tile that will become part of a beautiful art installation at our office. Your tile can honor someone special or showcase your commitment to supporting local youth through mentorship.
For just $1,000 (or 12 payments of $83), your gift will symbolize the power of mentorship and help us continue making a difference.
Make your mark this Giving Tuesday. Visit bbbsnn.org to secure your tile today! ✨
#GivingTuesday #BBBSNN #LeaveYourMark #SupportYouth #DefendingPotential #ItTakesLittleToBeBig
This Giving Tuesday, make a lasting impact! 💚
Through our Leave Your Mark campaign, you can purchase a custom tile to be featured in a beautiful art installation at our office. Dedicate your tile to someone special or show your support for mentorship and local youth.
With a $1,000 donation (or 12 monthly payments of $83), your gift will help inspire potential and create brighter futures.
Leave your legacy this Giving Tuesday! Visit bbbsnn.org to reserve your tile today. ✨
#GivingTuesday #LeaveYourMark #BBBSNN #SupportMentorship #DefendingPotential #ItTakesLittleToBeBig
This Giving Tuesday, leave a lasting legacy! 💚
Join our Leave Your Mark campaign by purchasing a custom tile that will become part of a beautiful art installation at our new home on Mill Street. Your tile can honor someone special or showcase your commitment to supporting local youth through mentorship.
For just $1,000 (or 12 payments of $83), your gift will symbolize the power of mentorship and help us continue making a difference.
Make your mark this Giving Tuesday. Visit bbbsnn.org to secure your tile today! ✨
#GivingTuesday #BBBSNN #LeaveYourMark #SupportYouth #DefendingPotential #ItTakesLittleToBeBig
December greetings, Bigs! We have a bunch of great offerings coming up for our Matches, so make your list and check it twice to snag a spot to an upcoming activity! Thank you to @officialrennervationfoundation @grandsierra @performingartsseriesunr @pitchblackprintingco @youngengineersreno for helping us to make the month merry and bright! #ittakeslittletobebig #bbbsnn #defendpotential #mentoringmatters
Big news from BBBSNN! 💚
Be part of something special through our "Leave Your Mark" campaign! You can create a lasting tribute by purchasing a custom tile in a beautiful art installation at our new office at 600 Mill Street in Reno. Whether it’s your name or honoring someone special, your tile will represent support for local youth and mentorship.
A $1,000 donation (or 12 payments of $83) secures your spot in this legacy piece.
Ready to make your mark? Visit bbbsnn.org to learn more and claim your tile today! ✨
#BBBSNN #LeaveYourMark #SupportYouth #DefendingPotential #ItTakesLittleToBeBig
Together, with @Macys, we are empowering every kid with a positive
mentor. Until December 24, donate online or round up in-store through
Mission Every One. This social purpose platform invests in youth and
helps fuel life-changing mentoring experiences: macys.com/purpose
#BeBig
🍁 This Thanksgiving, we’re filled with gratitude.
💚🖤 💚To our Bigs—thank you for your unwavering commitment, guidance, and inspiration. To our Littles—thank you for your resilience, curiosity, and dreams that drive us forward. Together, you’re changing lives and building brighter futures.#ittakeslittletobebig
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at BBBSNN! 🦃
#GratefulForYou #BBBSNNFamily #Thankful #BigsAndLittles #mentorsmatter #Thanksgiving2024 #bebig
