Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Education
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America has over 230 local agencies across the country that support communities as they create long-term, 1-to-1 mentoring relationships that empower youth to reach their full potential. The BBBSA mentoring model is a proven, long-term strategy for bridging gaps in academics and income while connecting communities across divides.
Grant Partner Since: 2020
NFL Funding Supports:
- Finding mentors for children with incarcerated family members; Bigs in Blue, which pairs Littles with Bigs who are members of law enforcement; and Sports Buddies, which pairs Littles with Bigs with shared interest in sports and physical activity.
- Generating public awareness of the need for more mentors, with an emphasis on recruiting male Bigs, in communities impacted by systemic inequities.