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NYC-based MSP Tekscape Swings Into Florida Tech Market: Lands Big Kahuna Sponsorship With (Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast) Annual Charity Golf Outing

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Wednesday, November 25, 2020
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"Special thanks to our Big Kahuna Sponsor, Tekscape, for their sponsorship in the 23rd Annual Tommy Bahama Bungalow Classic.

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  • "Special thanks to our Big Kahuna Sponsor, Tekscape, for their sponsorship in the 23rd Annual Tommy Bahama Bungalow Classic.
  • Tekscape'spartnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coastalsostemsfrom a more personalperspectivefromDavehimself.Co-participant Kyle grew upinthe BIGS program himself.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters' evidence-based approach is designed to create positive youth outcomes, including educational success, avoidance of risky behaviors, higher aspirations, greater confidence, andimproved relationships.
  • This past year, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast has served over 1,800 youth across a10-countyfootprint.

Artis Stevens Named New President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

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Monday, November 23, 2020
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TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) announced today that Artis Stevens, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of National 4-H Council, will succeed Pam Iorio as President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 23, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) announced today that Artis Stevens, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of National 4-H Council, will succeed Pam Iorio as President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
  • "We thank Pam Iorio for her commitment and dedication in building a strong foundation for our organization," said Ken Burdick, Board Chair, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
  • "I am grateful for the opportunity to lead this amazing organization and continue the work of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America."
  • "With the selection of Artis Stevens as the next CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, I see a very bright future for our mission.

Centurion Health Donates Face Masks to Youth Participants of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee

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Tuesday, September 15, 2020
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VIENNA, Va., Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Centurion Health, which provides medical and behavioral health services to 21,000 incarcerated individuals in Tennessee, has donated 300 face masks to the Middle Tennessee Chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters.

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  • VIENNA, Va., Sept. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Centurion Health, which provides medical and behavioral health services to 21,000 incarcerated individuals in Tennessee, has donated 300 face masks to the Middle Tennessee Chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters.
  • Centurion Health's donation will enable 300 children in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Middle Tennessee program to safely participate in all permitted activities.
  • Centurion Health has had a longstanding partnership with the Big Brothers Big Sisters chapters statewide in Tennessee.
  • "Centurion Health has been a long-time, significant supporter of Big Brothers Big Sisters here in Middle Tennessee.

Beyond School Walls: Empowering the Potential of Tomorrow's Workforce Through Workplace Mentoring

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Thursday, September 10, 2020
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In 2008, Big Brothers Big Sisters established a workplace mentoring program, and partnered with Comcast NBCUniversal to grow it into a national program.

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  • In 2008, Big Brothers Big Sisters established a workplace mentoring program, and partnered with Comcast NBCUniversal to grow it into a national program.
  • Currently, 52 Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies in 30 states offer a Beyond School Walls program, serving more than 8,400 youth.
  • Click here to read the 2020 Big Brothers Big Sisters report, Equipping Tomorrow's Workforce: The Case for Workplace Mentoring.
  • "We have heard from Littles who have said they did not feel prepared to enter the workforce after high school.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Dallas Partners with Knomadix to Break Educational Barriers, Stop COVID-Induced Learning Regression, Prepare Youth to Face Upcoming School Year with Confidence

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Friday, July 31, 2020
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"These licenses will give our Bigs another tool to defend the educational potential of their Little."

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  • "These licenses will give our Bigs another tool to defend the educational potential of their Little."
  • We are thrilled to partner with Big Brothers Big Sisters to assist in their efforts to foster the growth of the next generation."
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters builds and supports one-to-one relationships to ignite the biggest possible futures for youth.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters has served the Greater Dallas community for 93 years.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Awards Outstanding Volunteers and Youth in Mentoring Program

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Saturday, June 27, 2020
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This year the top honor goes to: Big Brother Matt Barnes and Little Brother Jaylin, from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio and Big Sister Ashley Cureton and Little Sister Brianna from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas.

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  • This year the top honor goes to: Big Brother Matt Barnes and Little Brother Jaylin, from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio and Big Sister Ashley Cureton and Little Sister Brianna from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas.
  • "The stories of our Bigs and Littles of the Year are inspiring," said Pam Iorio, President andCEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
  • Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the largest and most experienced youth mentoring organization in the United States.
  • The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.

Tyson Foods and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America team up to support and connect young people in rural America

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Wednesday, May 27, 2020
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Over the past two years, funding from Tyson Foods has enabled staff at Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies in more than 30 markets to attend the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America National Conference, and participate in intensive training courses that aim to grow the number of youth served in one-to-one mentoring relationships.

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  • Over the past two years, funding from Tyson Foods has enabled staff at Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies in more than 30 markets to attend the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America National Conference, and participate in intensive training courses that aim to grow the number of youth served in one-to-one mentoring relationships.
  • - Pam Iorio, President and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
    "We're proud to support Big Brother Big Sisters and the important role they play in communities where we live and work," said Garrett Dolan, senior manager, corporate social responsibility, Tyson Foods.
  • The Big Brothers Big Sisters Rural Initiative connects resources from national and global corporations to agencies servingsmall and underserved communities.
  • These connections are critical to ensure Big Brothers Big Sisters offices that serve rural communities can thrive and serve more children.

Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst Joins Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Board of Directors

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Wednesday, October 16, 2019
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Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst has been elected to the National Board of Directors for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.

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  • Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst has been elected to the National Board of Directors for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
  • Cheslie, who was crowned Miss USA on May 2, 2019, is a passionate supporter of Big Brothers Big Sisters and youth development.
  • Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the largest and oldest youth mentoring organization in the United States.
  • The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.

Dial® & Big Brothers Big Sisters Promote Healthy Hygiene Habits on Global Handwashing Day

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Tuesday, October 15, 2019
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NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- In support of Global Handwashing Day on October 15, 2019, Dial and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, as part of their Healthier Futures program, will continue their annual efforts in teaching children in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program healthy hygiene habits.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- In support of Global Handwashing Day on October 15, 2019, Dial and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, as part of their Healthier Futures program, will continue their annual efforts in teaching children in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program healthy hygiene habits.
  • This custom hand soap was donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies to support activities promoting hand washing in the days leading up to Global Handwashing Day.
  • In 2018, Dial began its Healthier FuturesTM program and pledged to donate $100,000 to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
  • For more information, visit Global Handwashing Day , Dial and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America to share the knowledge of proper, frequent handwashing with friends and family on Tuesday, October 15, and beyond.

ACE Cash Express Supports Big Brothers Big Sisters by Helping Local Children Discover Their Future

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Tuesday, September 17, 2019
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DALLAS, Sept. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --During its annual fundraising event, the Give A Little Campaign, ACE Cash Express raised $8,673 for Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star, a nonprofit organization that provides one-on-one mentoring programs to local children.

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  • DALLAS, Sept. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --During its annual fundraising event, the Give A Little Campaign, ACE Cash Express raised $8,673 for Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star, a nonprofit organization that provides one-on-one mentoring programs to local children.
  • Since 2013, ACE has raised over $315,849 for Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star.
  • By supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star, ACE can help local children in the communities where we work and live get the one-on-one mentoring that they need to have a successful future.
  • With more than 300 agencies across the country, Big Brothers Big Sisters serves nearly 170,000 children, their families and 170,000 volunteer mentors.