National Mentoring Month: A Story 20 Years In The Making

National Mentoring Month: A Story 20 Years In The Making

In honor of National Mentoring Month, we want to share a particularly special story about the power of mentorship and how it can not only positively impact the life of a child, but how it can also lead to a lifelong relationship. Former mentee, Lisa, has shared with us some insights and highlights about her…

October is National Bullying Prevention Month

October is National Bullying Prevention Month

Youth today face bullying in many forms. “Bullying is intentional tormenting in physical, verbal, or psychological ways. It can range from hitting, shoving, name-calling, threats, and mocking to extorting money and possessions. Some kids bully by shunning others and spreading rumors about them. Others use social media or electronic messaging to taunt others or hurt…

Big Brothers Big Sisters Receives Historic Donation

Big Brothers Big Sisters Receives Historic Donation

On May, 24, 2022, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America announced receipt of its largest gift ever received: $122.6 million from MacKenzie Scott. While Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Inland Northwest is not one of the 38 direct beneficiaries of this gift, this is yet another major validation for our mission!!! Read below for…