Matches are welcome to stop by BBBS’ Mentoring Center to enjoy a variety of games, art projects and exercise activities while enjoying the company of other matches.
We'll enjoy Fall themed games and arts & crafts at this month's YAC Night, making spider bracelets, decorating foam pumpkins and designing masks!
Please contact your Match Support Specialist for event details.
Join us this month for a Workplace Readiness workshop sponsored by the Big Futures program. Mentees will learn about career possibilities and job preparation, while Bigs will learn more about resources to help prepare their Littles for the workplace.
Please RSVP to your Match Support Specialist for event details.
Join us this month to learn about therapy dogs and the important role they play in the lives of those who need them. It's a great opPAWtunity to meet some furry friends!
Please RSVP to your Match Support Specialist for event details.
Join us this month to learn the basics of donut making, from dough preparation to taste satisfaction!
Please RSVP to your Match Support Specialist by Wednesday, October 16th for event details.
Help make the holidays a little brighter for our kids! We’re now accepting gift and gift card donations for our annual Match Holiday Party, where Bigs and Littles enjoy seasonal festivities and each Little goes home with a gift donated by BBBS supporters.
We need toys for boys and girls ages 12-17. Toys should cost no more than $10. Please keep all gifts unwrapped and bring them to our office before December 4.
Each of the Austin-area Krispy Kreme stores will be raising funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas throughout the month of November. If you're in the mood for a sweet treat, stop by a Krispy Kreme store to show your support!
Revolution Spirits has created a special promotion to support BBBS!
Beginning November 2nd, for every purchase of specialty drinks "The Big” or the “Teamwork Dreamwork,” Revolution Spirits will donate $2.00 to support the mission of BBBS of Central Texas.
Head over to Revolution Spirits to enjoy this festive deal while it lasts.
Designed for Big Sisters and Little Sisters ages 12 and older, monthly Sister to Sister events bring matches together for recreational activities with a focus on making healthy choices, building positive relationships and exploring educational and career opportunities.
Join us this month for some pampering and self-care. Enjoy with face masks, manicures, hair braiding and more! Pizza and snacks are included.
Please contact your Match Support Specialist to RSVP and for event details.
Matches are welcome to stop by BBBS’ Mentoring Center to enjoy a variety of games, art projects and exercise activities while enjoying the company of other matches.
At this month's YAC night we will be holding a Book Swap for Littles! As Thanksgiving and Winter breaks approach, we want to make sure our Littles have a good book to read while they're out of school for the holidays .
Please contact your Match Support Specialist for event details.
Drinks, live art, auction & free appetizers.
400 boys in the Central Texas area are waiting for a male mentor. Come out to the Treaty Oak Distillery to learn more about being a Big Brother and support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas.
“I can tell my Big Sister anything and she listens without judging me.”
“My Big Brother has helped me discover new things.”
“Whenever something is bothering me, I can talk with my Big about it.”
“My Big Brother has taken me to visit several colleges and I’m excited to start applying.”
“With my Big Sister’s help I am doing better in school.”
“My relationship with my Big Brother is very important to me.”
“My Big Brother appreciates me for who I am.”
“My Big Sister is always there for me when I need her.”
“My Big makes me feel important.”
“I love reading with my Big Sister.”
“Being a Big Brother has enriched my life.”
“Children are our future. I like helping them realize their potential.”
“Having a Big in our lives has helped my whole family.”
“It’s a privilege to be able to help kids recognize the potential within themselves and illuminate the opportunities they have in their lives.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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. “
“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.”
“If it weren’t for her, I know that I would have ended up in an environment that I should not have been in.”
“Thanks to my amazing Big Sister, I knew from early on how important my education would be.”
“Now, oh my gosh, how my daughter has changed. She just has a better outlook on life.”
“My son has a stronger focus on his future as a result of his match.”
“My son is consciously making the right choices now to set himself up for whatever he decides to do.”
“My son’s relationship with his Big Brother has had a big impact.”
“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.”
“Ben’s mentorship changed my life! As a long-time supporter of your organization, it’s always inspiring to see the amazing work you’re doing to support the youth in our community. Your commitment to empowering the next generation is truly admirable, and I am proud to be a part of this mission. Keep up the great work, and continue making a positive impact!”
“I’m really proud of the empathetic and thriving adult my Little has become. We’re so thankful that BBBS connected and supported us throughout the years.”