• BLOG
  • NEWSLETTER
  • CONTACT
  • Be A Big: Volunteer
    • Welcome
    • Application
    • Programs
      • Scholarship Program
      • Big Futures Program
      • Bigs in Blue
      • Military Mentoring
    • Enrichment Services
    • Meet Our Matches
    • Requirements
    • FAQs
    • Resources
  • Get A Big: Enroll
    • Welcome
    • Application
    • Programs
      • Scholarship Program
      • Big Futures Program
      • Bigs in Blue
      • Military Mentoring
    • Enrichment Services
    • Meet Our Matches
    • FAQs
    • Resources for Families
  • About
    • Impacts
    • Leadership
    • Our Team
    • Facilities
    • Agency History
    • Careers
  • Events
    • BBBS Events
    • Bowl For Kids
    • Scholarship Ceremony
    • Ice Ball
    • SantaCon
    • Community Events For Matches
  • Donate
    • Give Now
    • Monthly Giving
    • Fund A Friendship
    • Giving Society
    • Donor Advised Funds
    • Corporate Partners
    • Employee Matching Gifts
    • Create Your Own Fundraiser
    • Ice Ball
    • SantaCon
    • Bowl for Kids
  • Be A Big: Volunteer
    • Welcome
    • Application
    • Programs
      • Scholarship Program
      • Big Futures Program
      • Bigs in Blue
      • Military Mentoring
    • Enrichment Services
    • Meet Our Matches
    • Requirements
    • FAQs
    • Resources
  • Get A Big: Enroll
    • Welcome
    • Application
    • Programs
      • Scholarship Program
      • Big Futures Program
      • Bigs in Blue
      • Military Mentoring
    • Enrichment Services
    • Meet Our Matches
    • FAQs
    • Resources for Families
  • About
    • Impacts
    • Leadership
    • Our Team
    • Facilities
    • Agency History
    • Careers
  • Events
    • BBBS Events
    • Bowl For Kids
    • Scholarship Ceremony
    • Ice Ball
    • SantaCon
    • Community Events For Matches
  • Donate
    • Give Now
    • Monthly Giving
    • Fund A Friendship
    • Giving Society
    • Donor Advised Funds
    • Corporate Partners
    • Employee Matching Gifts
    • Create Your Own Fundraiser
    • Ice Ball
    • SantaCon
    • Bowl for Kids

Events

All BBBS events, from fundraisers to “match” events for Bigs and Littles. Stay up to date with all the fun happenings!
 Top Tips for FUNdraising Success!

Top Tips for FUNdraising Success!

April 8, 2021

  It’s springtime in Central Texas, which means wildflowers, outdoor events, and Bowl for Kids fundraising! Wait, did we lose you on that last part? It’s easy to miss the FUN in fundraising. [...]

Read More 0
     Stefan Sinclair: On A Roll For BBBS!

    Stefan Sinclair: On A Roll For BBBS!

    March 12, 2021

    He’s been a Big Brother, part of the Big Impact Group, and this year, he’s chair of the Bowl for Kids Host Committee – a year that marks Stefan Sinclair’s 10th anniversary of participating in [...]

    Read More 0
       Making Spirits Bright: SantaCon 2020 Party Packs

      Making Spirits Bright: SantaCon 2020 Party Packs

      November 13, 2020

      Jingle the bells and call all the reindeer! Santa will stop by your place early this year when you get on BBBS’ Good List and participate in SantaCon 2020 benefitting BBBS. In order to keep [...]

      Read More 0
         Giving Back: Voting at BBBS

        Giving Back: Voting at BBBS

        October 30, 2020

        Since the plans were initially drawn up for Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Bennett-Rathgeber Mentoring Center over 5 years ago, the goal has always been to collaborate with the community by offering [...]

        Read More 0
           Celebrating Hispanic Culture

          Celebrating Hispanic Culture

          September 29, 2020

          Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas is proud to celebrate our Hispanic/Latinx community and their influence on our lives and work.

          Read More 0
             Ice Ball 2020 – A Resounding Success!

            Ice Ball 2020 – A Resounding Success!

            September 10, 2020

            It was a stunning evening! Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Ice Ball 2020: A BIG Night In exceeded all expectations, raising more than $700,000 to provide life-changing mentoring services for kids in [...]

            Read More 0
               Spotlight on Carly & Clayton Christopher

              Spotlight on Carly & Clayton Christopher

              August 20, 2020

              It’s one thing to talk about the benefits of mentoring, or simply to know the statistics about its impact. It’s a very different thing to witness a caring adult taking the time to make a positive [...]

              Read More 0
                 Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Ice VII Award

                Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Ice VII Award

                August 20, 2020

                A force of nature. A quick-spreading impact. Such phrases describe Ice VII, an exotic, fast-growing form of ice which, under the right conditions, spreads so fast it could freeze an entire world [...]

                Read More 0
                   Meet Our 2020 Ice Ball Chairs: Leslie & Troy Marcus

                  Meet Our 2020 Ice Ball Chairs: Leslie & Troy Marcus

                  July 7, 2020

                  Shimmering splendor, a who’s who of attendees, the hottest ticket to the coolest event in Austin… and then suddenly COVID-19 changed everything about Big Brothers Big Sisters’ 2020 Ice Ball Gala. [...]

                  Read More 0
                     Ice Ball 2020: A BIG Night In

                    Ice Ball 2020: A BIG Night In

                    July 7, 2020

                    Although this year’s Ice Ball Gala will have a new format and provide a new experience for our supporters and guests, as Big Brothers Big Sisters’ largest signature fundraiser, it remains an [...]

                    Read More 0
                      1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
                      page 1 of 9
                      SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER
                      Blog Categories
                      • Bennett-Rathgeber Mentoring Center (9)
                      • Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas (155)
                      • Big Brothers Big Sisters profiles (54)
                      • Big Couples (1)
                      • Big Futures (5)
                      • Big Impact Group (3)
                      • Big Stories (174)
                      • Bigs in Blue (2)
                      • Bowl for Kids (10)
                      • Community partners (29)
                      • Corporate philanthropy (17)
                      • Education (20)
                      • Events (89)
                      • From the CEO (9)
                      • Fundraising (28)
                      • Game Changers (12)
                      • Holiday Party (4)
                      • Holiday Party (1)
                      • Ice Ball (14)
                      • Little Stories (51)
                      • mentoring (116)
                      • Mentoring Center (12)
                      • Military Mentoring / Operation Bigs (3)
                      • National Mentoring Month (9)
                      • News & Updates (162)
                      • SantaCon (3)
                      • Scholarship Program (7)
                      • Uncategorized (9)
                      • Year End Giving (6)

                      Participants and Supporters

                      • “My son’s relationship with his Big Brother has had a big impact.”

                        Family

                      • “I love seeing the difference that mentoring makes for our children and our community.”

                        Jamie Avila, Board Member

                      • “Now, oh my gosh, how my daughter has changed. She just has a better outlook on life.”

                        Family

                      • Sponsors

                      • Sponsors

                      • “Becoming a Big is by far one of the best decisions I’ve made. My Little is constantly surprising me with her eagerness to try new things. Having the opportunity to mentor and see her grow has been not only rewarding, but also lots of fun!”

                        Reyna, Big Sister

                      • “Being a Big Brother has enriched my life.”

                        Ben, Big Brother

                      • “My Big Brother has helped me discover new things.”

                        Little Brother

                      • “As a Big, I get to spend time with my Little doing things I loved doing as a kid – exploring, going out to eat, cooking, visiting book stores, and being there as another ear and voice as she tries to navigate her world.”

                        Audra, Big Sister

                      • “As a Big, I can commit to a consistent volunteer opportunity where I feel like I’m giving back to my community, and I’m rewarded with a meaningful relationship with an awesome Little who has so much to offer as well.”

                        John, Big Brother

                      • This is a great organization that makes a difference in the lives of Austin-area kids.

                        Stefan Sinclair

                      • “If it weren’t for her, I know that I would have ended up in an environment that I should not have been in.”

                        Little Sister

                      • “Children are our future. I like helping them realize their potential.”

                        Donor

                      • “It’s a privilege to be able to help kids recognize the potential within themselves and illuminate the opportunities they have in their lives.”

                        Jeremy, Big Brother

                      • “My Big Brother has taken me to visit several colleges and I’m excited to start applying.”

                        Little Brother

                      • “I love reading with my Big Sister.”

                        Little Sister

                      • I support BBBS because I believe in the mission to reach out to children who are facing adversity. It is important to help them realize their potential and know that they are special and worthy of care.

                        There are so many children who have a potential for greatness and don’t know it. Sometimes, it just takes one person believing in them to make them believe in themselves. Having a Big Brother or Big Sister to be that person can have a tremendous impact and truly does make a difference.

                        Maggie Johnson, BBBS Big Sister of the Year

                      • “My Big Brother appreciates me for who I am.”

                        Little Brother

                      • “My Big Sister is always there for me when I need her.”

                        Little Sister

                      • “Thanks to my amazing Big Sister, I knew from early on how important my education would be.”

                        Little Sister

                      • “With my Big Sister’s help I am doing better in school.”

                        Little Sister

                      • “My son has a stronger focus on his future as a result of his match.”

                        Family

                      • I’m proud to support BBBS because it has given me the opportunity to make a positive impact on a child’s life at a time when it’s needed most. Providing encouragement, guidance and mentorship to my “Little” has been equally as rewarding for me, as I’ve been able to watch her grow into a more confident, and successful young adult. Simply spending time together has been fulfilling for both of us!

                        Katie Joyce

                      • “My relationship with my Big Brother is very important to me.”

                        Little Brother

                      • “I can tell my Big Sister anything and she listens without judging me.”

                        Little Sister

                      • I’ve noticed Dylan’s confidence grow over time and I love seeing him come out of his shell. Seeing a kid recognize the potential hidden within themselves is one of the most powerful things I’ve ever witnessed. It’s like a light bulb that can only be illuminated by someone who genuinely cares about them and is willing to spend the time and effort to help them turn it on. I can’t say enough about the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. I think it truly changes the world one relationship at a time.

                        Jeremy Giroir

                      • We are proud to support BBBS because of the powerful, positive impact they have on young people! We’ve experienced the results firsthand and continue to be impressed and therefore supportive! It’s a great organization!

                        Greg and Loyce Dettman

                      • I’ve been involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters since 1991, not in the conventional sense but rather as an active participant in the annual fund raiser, Bowl for Kids. I believe in the program. BBBS has proven that one of the best ways to help kids is through mentoring. Pairing a child with a caring adult volunteer builds a bond that they both will remember the rest of their lives.

                        Steve Chodorow

                      • “Whenever something is bothering me, I can talk with my Big about it.”

                        Little Sister

                      • “My son is consciously making the right choices now to set himself up for whatever he decides to do.”

                        Family

                      • Sponsors

                      • “My husband is gone a lot on military assignments, and I wanted our daughters to have another responsible adult in their lives that they could have fun with and talk to if they didn’t feel comfortable talking to me.”

                        Family

                      • Sponsors

                      • Mykayla is an excellent student and has been in Advanced Placement classes. She loves to sing and is in her school’s most accomplished choir. She has many other great attributes, such as her amazing ability to stay focused and calm, as well as her sense of humor. When I think back to the shy 10-year-old girl I met on that first day, and the amazing 18-year-old young woman I know today, I can hardly believe she is the same person. I am so proud of who she has become.

                        Shannon Mouser

                      • “As a Big, I’m able to pay it forward by providing my Little with some of the opportunities that I’ve been lucky to have in my life – companionship, encouragement, confidence and trust. “

                        Jeremy, Big Brother

                      • “Having a Big in our lives has helped my whole family.”

                        Natasha, Mom of a Little

                      • “My Big makes me feel important.”

                        Little Brother

                      • “Together we can make an even greater difference.”

                        Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette, Ph.D., President of Huston-Tillotson University

                      Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas | 4800 Manor Rd, Bldg K, Austin, TX 78723 | Mail: PO Box 4555, Austin, TX 78765 | Phone: 512-472-5437 | Fax: 512-472-5460
                      © 2018 Big Brothers Big Sisters. All Rights Reserved, Big Brothers Big Sisters. | Web Design by WhiteHat
                      • Careers
                      • Non-Discrimination Policy
                      • Financial Statements
                      Big Impact Group

                      The Big Impact Group is a diverse collective of dedicated men and women who volunteer their time, talents and energy to support BBBS of Central Texas’ mission, further its programs, and establish themselves as future leaders for BBBS by engaging constituents, recruiting volunteers. and raising funds.

                      Jenny Alperin, Engagement Committee Chair
                      RosePOP Parties
                      Owner & Event Planner

                      Ashley Cureton
                      Texas Assoc. of Counties
                      Wellness Consultant

                      Alejandro Espinoza
                      JB Goodwin Realtors
                      Real Estate Agent/Broker

                      Ryan Fusselman
                      Texas State University
                      Student

                      Scott Gilman
                      Center for Biological Diversity
                      Online Fundraising Director

                      Nicholas Johnson, Vice President
                      OpenJAUS, LLC
                      Chief Technology Officer

                      Brandon Jones
                      The University of Texas at Austin
                      Assoc. Director for Student Learning & Development

                      Jessica Keigley
                      Google
                      Cloud Sales Recruiter

                      Sarah Lozano
                      The University of Texas at Austin
                      Graduate Student – Plant Biology

                      Emily Mailman
                      Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
                      Natural Resources Specialist

                      Nell McKnight
                      Driftwood Recovery
                      Case Manager

                      Niyoshi Mehta
                      Miracle Foundation
                      Director of Global Programs

                      Brooke Mountain
                      NetSuite + Oracle
                      Account Executive

                      Rena Muñoz
                      Hawk Contracting Services, LLC
                      Owner

                      Chris Muyshondt
                      Dell Seton Medical Center
                      Trauma Tech

                      Amanda Nastoupil
                      Accruent
                      Talent Development Leader

                      Ali Nichols
                      Bound
                      Customer Success Manager

                      Tobias Perkins
                      Austin Fire Department
                      Inventory Control Specialist II

                      Kellyn Platek
                      KIPP Texas Public Schools
                      Manager, Teacher Career Pathways

                      Lauren Roche, Treasurer
                      Google Cloud
                      Professional Services

                      Stefan Sinclair
                      TheWaveVR
                      Software Development Engineer

                      Jenna Sliter
                      Yeti
                      Creative Operations & Resource Manager

                      Karen Vilches, Recruitment Committee Chair
                      Noonday Collection
                      Office Manager & Exec Asst. to CEO

                      Jared Wynne, President
                      WIN
                      Co-founder & Editor-in-Chief

                      Yagiz Yildiz, Fundraising Committee Chair
                      Dell
                      Principal Electrical Engineer

                      Executive Board of Directors

                      The Executive Board is a group of community-focused leaders invested in improving the lives of Austin youth. Their main responsibilities involve raising funds to support our agency, reviewing and approving agency policies, and generating awareness of, and support for, BBBS.

                      April Justice, Board Chair
                      Charles Schwab
                      Vice President

                      Blake Absher
                      Broadway Bank
                      EVP, Austin Market Executive

                      Becky Bonham
                      Hargill Growers Gin & Grain
                      Real Estate Developer

                      Lara Burns Boyda
                      Urbanspace
                      Chief Operating Officer

                      Rajal Dhruva
                      ATX Life Coaching
                      Certified Life Coach

                      Denver Dunlap
                      Denver Dunlap Real Estate
                      Owner/Broker

                      Heather Granato

                      Art Guerra
                      Guerra Underground
                      Owner

                      Scott Haigler
                      RSM US LLP
                      Office Managing Partner

                      Shellie Hayes-McMahon
                      Annie’s List
                      Director of Operations

                      Pamela Malunat Hurley
                      Philanthropist

                      Lynette Perkins
                      Bohemian Innovation, LLC
                      Chief Executive Officer

                      Evan Spaulding, Treasurer
                      The Spaulding Group
                      Financial Executive

                      Albert Swantner
                      Mobile Tech RX
                      Chief Technical Officer

                      Jason Vitanza
                      Shadow IT Services
                      Chief Technology Officer

                      Advisory Council

                      Composed of high-visibility individuals and organizations, the Advisory Council provides BBBS with a lasting influence and cross-community reach. Convening at least twice per year, the group provides input on strategic issues as needed, influences others to support our mission and contribute resources, and recruits new members for our Executive Board.

                      Darrell Bazzell
                      The University of Texas at Austin
                      Senior Vice President and CFO

                      Kyndel Bennett
                      Cayetano Development, LLC
                      Chief Executive Officer

                      Clayton Christopher
                      Entrepreneur

                      Hector De Leon
                      De Leon Washburn & Ward, P.C.
                      Founder

                      Chris Ellis
                      Endeavor Real Estate Group, Ltd.
                      Managing Principal

                      Gary Farmer
                      Heritage Title Company of Austin, Inc.
                      President

                      Kerry Hall
                      Texas Capital Bank
                      Executive Managing Director, Regional Banking

                      Amy Jones
                      O’Connell Robertson
                      President

                      Nyle Maxwell
                      The Nyle Maxwell Family of Dealerships
                      Dealer Principal

                      Dr. Colette Pierce Burnette
                      Huston-Tillotson University
                      President

                      Dick Rathgeber
                      Rathgeber Investments
                      President

                      Lawrence Speck
                      Page Southerland Page, Inc.
                      Senior Principal

                      Carl Stuart
                      Registered Investment Advisor

                      Tom Taylor
                      Taylor Investments
                      Principal

                      Foundation Board

                      The Foundation Board’s purpose is to oversee all aspects of BBBS’s Scholarship Program, including managing the endowment and distributing scholarship funds to institutions.

                      Carlos Barbosa
                      Wells Fargo
                      SVP/Loan Supervisor-Middle Market Commercial Banking

                      Loraine Brown, Foundation Board Chair
                      Vino Veritas Ventures
                      Founder & Owner

                      Rajal Dhruva
                      ATX Life Coaching
                      Certified Life Coach

                      Shellie Hayes-McMahon
                      Annie’s List
                      Director of Operations

                      Pamela Malunat Hurley
                      Philanthropist

                      Guillermo Martinez III, PhD
                      Austin Community College
                      Interim Vice President, Student Affairs

                      Karl Spencer
                      University of Texas at Austin
                      McCombs School of Business

                      Office of the Dean
                      Administrative Associate

                      .

                      Learn More

                      Complete an Interest Form online & sign up to attend an Info. Session.

                      Meet Your Little

                      We’ll set up a Match Introduction meeting to get your match started!

                      Training

                      Join other prospective mentors to learn the essentials for being a great volunteer Big

                      Match Development & Support

                      We will be there to provide ongoing support for your match

                      Interview

                      We’ll set up a time to get to know you so we can find the best match for you!

                      Apply

                      Complete the Volunteer Application (following Step 1), which includes references and a thorough Background Check

                      Talk With Us

                      Learn more about the commitment and if it’s right for your child. You can reach us at 512-442-4646 or via email: info@bigmentoring.org.

                      Apply

                      Complete the online enrollment application.

                       

                      Meet With Us

                      We will visit with you in your home or in our office. Help us get to know your child so we can find the best match for him or her.

                      Get Ready/Wait for a Match

                      We’ll search carefully for a Big for your child. Try to be patient. It takes time to find a great match.

                      Get Matched

                      Learn about a potential Big and move forward if you approve the match.

                      Meet Your Child's Big

                      We will introduce you and your child to your new Big. They will start spending time together and getting to know each other.