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Since 2019, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry has been changing children's lives by matching them with caring adults to guide them on a path to success. We are part of a nationwide movement that began in 1904.

It starts with a Little

Since 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been changing children's lives by matching them with caring adults to guide them on a path to success.

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Thousands of children need a caring adult role model.

When children and teens have the influence of a caring adult, they are more likely to avoid risky behaviors and to focus on academics. Today's youth face a variety of challenges, and being matched with a Big Brother or Big Sister can help them navigate these challenges and reach their potential.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry provides one-on-one mentoring for youth in our community.

WE DID IT! Our 2021 BIG Lowcountry Boil was a BIG

WE DID IT! Our 2021 BIG Lowcountry Boil was a BIG success! We sold out our event with 420+ guests attended and were $9,000 over our fundraising goal! THANK YOU to all of our sponsors, guests, donors, event committee, and our board members!!

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! Jourdan’s goal to be

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! Jourdan’s goal to be more involved in her community inspired her to become a Big. Jourdan hopes to have a positive impact and create a long-lasting friendship with her Scholar. A fun fact about Jourdan is that she used to be involved in competitive rock climbing. In the 10th grade, Jourdan wanted to be an attorney. Supriya joined the BIG Beyond Program to be exposed to new ideas. Supriya is hoping to make a new friend and have someone that she can call a sister. Supriya is a 16-year-old slime maker and has a pet guinea pig. Supriya’s mom would like her daughter to be a part of the BIG Beyond Program to be exposed to new opportunities and meet new people. We are excited to hear about all the great experiences they will share together!

We are SOLD OUT of our 2021 BIG Lowcountry Boil ti

We are SOLD OUT of our 2021 BIG Lowcountry Boil tickets! Thank you ALL and we will see you TOMORROW!

Today we want to give a special THANK YOU to Paul

Today we want to give a special THANK YOU to Paul Davis Restoration & Renovation for their GENEROUS support to sponsor 30 of our Bigs to attend our BIG Lowcountry Boil! On behalf of all the Littles we serve, we THANK YOU!!

Check out their website at: https://pauldavis.com/

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ONLY 15 TICKETS LEFT and our BIG Lowcountry Boil i

ONLY 15 TICKETS LEFT and our BIG Lowcountry Boil is TOMORROW! Don't wait! Get your tickets now: www.bbbslowcountry.org/blb

ONLY 50 tickets LEFT and our BIG Lowcountry Boil i

ONLY 50 tickets LEFT and our BIG Lowcountry Boil is just 3 DAYS AWAY! Don't wait! Get your tickets now: www.bbbslowcountry.org/blb

BIG LOWCOUNTRY BOIL—ONLY 5 DAYS AWAY! Join us fo

BIG LOWCOUNTRY BOIL—ONLY 5 DAYS AWAY! Join us for the BIG Lowcountry Boil on Dec. 4 for great food, music, and fun—all while making a BIG impact. Get your tickets NOW! We sell out fast: www.bbbslowcountry.org/blb

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! Elizabeth is excited t

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! Elizabeth is excited to be a Big and share life lessons with her Scholar, as well as helping her Scholar discover her strengths. A fun fact about Elizabeth is that she has a dog named Biscuit. In the 10th grade Elizabeth wanted to be an FBI agent. Shakayla wants to be a part of the BIG Beyond to get help with future decisions and career plans. Shakayla is creative and enjoys doing new things. Shakayla’s mother would like a Big who can provide her daughter with some guidance regarding college. We are excited to hear all the great things they will do and learn!

Get your tickets NOW before we run OUT! Our BIG Lo

Get your tickets NOW before we run OUT! Our BIG Lowcountry Boil is just ONE WEEK away! Get your tickets now: www.bbbslowcountry.org/blb

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! Joanne wants to be a B

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! Joanne wants to be a Big to be a positive influence in someone’s life, as well as make a difference in the community. Joanne is hoping to build a trusting friendship with her Scholar. Joanne can speak Tagalog and was born in the Philippines. In the 10th grade Joanne wanted to be a doctor. La’ Nyia is interested in being a part of the BIG Beyond because she believes that it will be a growing experience for her. La’ Nyia is hoping to build a new relationship and a strong support system. La’ Nyia loves music—Byson Tiller and Teyonna Taylor are two of her favorite musicians! La’Nyia’s mother would like for her daughter to be a part of the program because she understands the impact that a Big Sister could have on her child.

Happy Thanksgiving from BBBS! We are so thankful a

Happy Thanksgiving from BBBS! We are so thankful and grateful to our youth & families, our mentors who support our kids, and our INCREDIBLE donors who help make our programs possible. THANK YOU! And we hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

We are excited to share with you our inaugural "BI

We are excited to share with you our inaugural "BIG Results Annual Report." Click here to view: https://video.vaetas.com/video/z7whn2xzp?cta=zjtomw4j8&play=true

In this accountability report, we are proud to share our many mission delivery and financial accomplishments, achievements made possible by individuals like YOU!

If you have not already made your investment this year, we invite you to do so TODAY. Simply click HERE or visit www.bbbslowcountry.org/DONATE.

For a digital copy of our full BIG Results report, visit www.bbbslowcountry.org/BIGResults.

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! Tiffany became a Big b

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! Tiffany became a Big because she enjoys being a mentor to young adults as well as finding ways to give back to local communities. Tiffany hopes to help her Scholar achieve her goals! A fun fact about Tiffany is that she loves puzzles. In the 10th grade Tiffany wanted to be a lawyer. Alexis wants to be a part of the BIG Beyond because she’s excited for the good opportunities she can experience. Alexis is hoping to get to know her mentor and have fun. Alexis describes herself as being nice and kind. Alexis’ mother hopes being a part of the BIG Beyond will provide Alexis with confidence as well as give her a chance to explore future opportunities.

Thankful Thursday: Today we want to give a special

Thankful Thursday: Today we want to give a special THANK YOU to Truist Bank for their support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry and our BIG Beyond Scholars Program! Thanks to Truist’s generous investment, high potential scholars at James Island Charter High School will gain from a three-year curriculum guided e-mentoring program designed to help them prepare for life BEYOND graduation. Thank you, Truist!

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! Rebecca became a Big b

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! Rebecca became a Big because she has a passion for helping others, especially youth. Rebecca is looking to build a long and meaningful relationship. A fun fact about Rebecca is she recently started martial arts training. And when she was in 10th grade, Rebecca wanted to be a cosmetologist. Piper wants to be a part of the BIG Beyond because she would like a mentor that she can talk to about anything. Piper is looking to form a good connection with her BIG. A fun fact about Piper is that her birthday falls on the summer solstice which is the longest day of the year. Piper’s mom would like her daughter to have a Big that can help her navigate her teen years and prepare her for college.

NEW MATCH ALERT! Phil became a Big to have the opp

NEW MATCH ALERT! Phil became a Big to have the opportunity to offer support and wants to give back! Brayden stated he would enjoy having a Big and someone to learn from. He is excited to learn anything his new Big could teach him. Some of Brayden's favorite things are skateboarding, swimming, and playing video games! As the only male in his home, he looks forward to having a male role model and receive guidance from him. We are excited for this match and grow and to see all things they will do together!

Thankful Thursday: Today we want to give a special

Thankful Thursday: Today we want to give a special THANK YOU to Patrick Properties Hospitality Group for their support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry! Thanks to donors like Patrick Properties, we are saying "YES" to 200 Littles in our community this year! On behalf of all the Littles we serve, we THANK YOU!!

Check out their website at: www.pphgcharleston.com

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NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! William is inspired to

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! William is inspired to be a Big to mentor someone and help them be successful in whatever they want to be. William would like to build a solid relationship and help a Scholar achieve their goals. A fun fact about William is that he is going to Europe in January 2022. When he was in the 10th grade, he wanted to become a pro baseball player. Tommeko would like for her son Jahmod to have a Big so he has another person to have his back. Jahmod would like to be a part of the Big Beyond Program to learn more about the military and get a steady job. Jahmod stated that he is quiet likes to play video games. He also enjoys fishing and playing basketball.

NEW MATCH ALERT! Sharon wants to be a Big because

NEW MATCH ALERT! Sharon wants to be a Big because she is a retired educator, has more free time and feels likes she could be a good role model. Monique thinks Miyah could benefit from having a Big Sister because she does not have anyone that she can relate to and she is very reserved. Miyah can be described as someone that is friendly, outspoken, talkative, easy to get along with. Miyah described herself as someone that is independent, fun, smart, and creative. In her spare time, she likes to dance, cook, and make Tik Tok videos. We are looking forward to how this relationship will grow!

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! Demetria is inspired t

NEW BIG BEYOND MATCH ALERT! Demetria is inspired to be a Big to help foster the mind of youth the way her mentor did for her. Demetria would like to gain a partnership that is fulfilling for both herself and her Scholar. A fun fact about Demetria she is multitalented and has many skills. When she was in the 10th grade, she wanted to be a psychologist. Crystal would like for her daughter to build her self-confidence and form a friendship with her Big. Crystal stated that Catherine loves to smile. Catherine would like to be a part of the Big Beyond program so she can learn to be comfortable in expressing herself. She hopes she and her Big have a lot in common. A fun fact about Catherine is she likes to smile, laugh, and have fun.

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