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Big Brothers Big Sisters Tampa Bay defends childhood potential.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay pairs adults with young children to provide support, mentoring, and relationship building that ultimately changes lives. These “Bigs” and “Littles” create bonds that can last a lifetime, and help keep kids out of trouble, in school, and away from problematic behaviors. From arts and crafts to bike rides, to sports games and beyond, Big Brothers, Big Sisters helps to boost children’s self-esteem and self-confidence.

In 2018, nearly 3,000 children were paired with caring adult mentors in the seven-county service area: Hillsborough, Pinellas, Polk, Pasco, Citrus, Hernando and Sumter counties.

 

Big Brothers Big Sisters Tampa Bay defends childhood potential.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay pairs adults with young children to provide support, mentoring, and relationship building that ultimately changes lives. These “Bigs” and “Littles” create bonds that can last a lifetime, and help keep kids out of trouble, in school, and away from problematic behaviors. From arts and crafts to bike rides, to sports games and beyond, Big Brothers, Big Sisters helps to boost children’s self-esteem and self-confidence.

In 2018, nearly 3,000 children were paired with caring adult mentors in the seven-county service area: Hillsborough, Pinellas, Polk, Pasco, Citrus, Hernando and Sumter counties.

 

Company Overview

Company Name

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay

Year Established

2014

Number of Employees

84

Profile

"Bringing a little sunlight into a child’s life empowers their ability to shine brightly. At Big Brothers Big Sisters, we provide both children and mentors the essential tools to develop lifelong, purposeful relationships."

Awards & Accolades

2017 & 2018 - Gold Standard Award 2018 - Pinnacle Award

Core values/mission statement

To provide children facing adversity with professionally supported, one-to-one mentoring relationships that will change their lives for the better, forever.

Company Leadership

Stephen Koch

President & Chief Executive Officer

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