Our professionally supported, one-to-one mentoring relationships support the social and emotional development needed for the youth we serve to build resilience, mental health, and well-being. These relationships will enrich the lives of youth in our communities and build brighter futures.
Founded in 1963, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass & Metrowest has supported children in our community through individualized mentoring programs for over 60 years.
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Meet Braylon (Little) and Jacob (Big)!
Braylon, a 6th grader at Elm Park Elementary School, loves football and Xbox. Initially waiting for a Big in our community program, Braylon's family discovered our site program at his school, and he was switched over by one of our Match Support Specialsts. That's when Jacob, who is a Senior at WPI majoring in mechanical engineering, stepped in as his Big.
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Jacob and Braylon share a passion for football, making them a perfect match. While they currently enjoy board games, conversations, and using the gym during their match meetings, they're eagerly awaiting warmer weather to play football outside. Although this school year marks the end of their official match meetings due to Jacob's upcoming graduation, they both plan to stay in touch. Jacob is excited to continue supporting Braylon's football interest by providing tips and confidence boosters. |
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Fitchburg Program Launch
We recently launched a mentorship program in Fitchburg, pairing college students from Fitchburg State University with students at McKay Elementary School. The program, aimed at providing valuable mentorship and support, began this month and was inaugurated with a ceremony on Feb. 27 attended by Mayor Sam Squailia, Fitchburg Public Schools Superintendent Jon Thompson, United Way representatives, and many others. Thompson praised the partnership as crucial for supporting the city's youth, emphasizing the program's role in shaping futures and fostering dreams.
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The program's mission is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that empower youth in the Framingham community. The first match between a Big and a Little, 20-year-old FSU sophomore Olivia Goines and 9-year-old McKay fourth grader Akeelah Robinson, took place recently. We are currently seeking more FSU students to join the program, as there are currently 16 Littles on the waitlist.
Fitchburg officials and representatives expressed excitement for the program's potential impact, with Connie Askin (BBBSCM CEO) highlighting the benefits of mentoring for children's confidence, social skills, and mental health. We plan to expand our presence in Fitchburg and hope to extend programs to other public and private schools in and around the city.
Click here to read the Sentinel & Enterprise article about the program launch.
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MassBay Community College Launches Local Chapter of National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) |
MassBay Community College has launched the first Massachusetts chapter of the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA), aimed at supporting Black business leaders in accounting, finance, and entrepreneurship. The chapter provides educational resources and networking opportunities for its 23 student members. Supported by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Massachusetts and MetroWest, students attended the NABA regional conference in Washington D.C., gaining industry insights and networking with professionals. MassBay graduate Nilton Garcia praised the conference for broadening his industry understanding and connecting him with inspirational professionals. MassBay's NABA chapter aims to empower students and foster inclusive environments, providing opportunities for mentorship and professional development. With this mission the chapter is perfectly aligned with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, and offering young people tools for success.
Read the article published by MassBay on Framingham Source here.
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Check-Out our March Blog - Writen |
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Check-Out our March Blog: Add Female Mentors to your Personal Board of Directors |
In honor of Women’s History Month, we want to shine a light on the valuable role of female mentors. Female mentorship is more important than ever, particularly in the context of career advancement and organizational culture-building. Despite progress, significant disparities persist between women and men in senior leadership roles, salaries, and more... Click here to continue reading!
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BIG Celebration
April 6 | 5:30pm
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Join us for a fun-filled evening with fabulous live & silent auctions, a live band, a delicious sit-down dinner, a tribute to our partnership with Holy Cross, and so much more!
Spoiler Alert: This years celebration will have auction items like never before!
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Golf Fore Kids
June 24 | 8:30AM Registration
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Don't miss our 8th Annual Golf Fore Kids Tournament, a day of fun and golf at the stunning Marlborough Country Club. Whether you're a golfer or prefer to attend the reception, there's something for everyone. The event includes 18 holes of golf, an exciting raffle, and a reception where you can connect with others who support our cause. Come out and enjoying a day on the greens! |
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Become a Big
We are always looking for dedicated, caring adults to volunteer as a Big. There are consistently about 100 kids on our waitlist. Learn more about becoming a Big by clicking on the button below.
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Make a Donation
Your generous contribution will help provide at-risk children the support they need to make positive changes in their lives and begin to realize their full potential. Not to mention, it makes you a part of something big.
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18 Chestnut Street, Suite 340
Worcester, MA 01608
233 Cochituate Rd
Framingham, MA 01701
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