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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Ohio is proud to announce that it is the recipient of a $7,500 grant award from the Arby’s Foundation. The Arby’s Foundation makes a difference through local grants in communities across the country, having given $92 million to…

Dear Bigs & Parents of Littles, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Ohio (BBBSNWO) have been working to adapt to the local, state, and federal guidelines for minimizing the risk of spreading the coronavirus (COVID- 19). With the community’s safety and health…

Thank you to the sponsors and donors of our 2020 Virtual Bowl for Kids’ Sake! Bowl for Kids’ Sake is Big Brothers Big Sisters’ signature fundraiser. Each year half a million people across America come together to have fun and raise money to support Big Brothers Big…

On Monday, July 6, 2020, BBBSNWO’s staff, interns, and volunteers, along with Connecting Kids to Meals, assisted in restocking supplies for the weekly meal kit build, for area youths. The United Way of Greater Toledo facilitates the project.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Ohio recently received grant funding in the total amount of $13,000 from the FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES (FCA) Foundation. This funding was essential in supporting BBBSNWO’s efforts in transitioning from providing services…

As a community, we are in pain. As an African American within the community, I feel your pain. Witnessing the murder of Mr. George Floyd is unfortunately, not unique to the African American community. His death is another reminder of an ongoing problem within an…

During these challenging times, members of our community stepped forward and penned their admiration for the brave individuals who place their health at risk every day on our behalf. We appreciate the support displayed through the heartfelt words of the contest…

Enjoy this compilation of interviews from our Big Draft hosted by BBBS of Miami! We appreciate the support from NFL players who are encouraging others to get in the game and become a Big in their communities.

To our valued members of the community and partners, I am reaching out to reassure every one of our firm commitment to you during the ongoing COVID-19 situation. To ensure the safety of both our staff and the community we serve, Big Brothers Big Sisters of…

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Ohio is teaming up with the National Football League to promote the Inspire Change initiative. This program focuses on reducing barriers to opportunity, specifically honing in on three areas within the social justice space,…