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Celebrating Local Black Heroes: Isaiah Harris

Isaiah Harris, CEO of Harris Wholesome Juice Bar, gives back to the community through random acts of kindness.

Celebrating Pride Round Up

We recognized the LGBTQIATS+ community in June featuring profiles of local members of the LGBTQIATS+ community.

Meet the Match: Brey’On and Isaac

Congratulations to Brey'On and Isaac on their new match! They are looking forward to playing chess and basketball together.

BBBSMI Brings Home a Silver Biggie Marketing Award!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Michigan won the Silver Biggie Marketing Award for the Local Black Heroes campaign!

Efforts Toward Equity: Reflections on Juneteenth

In this blog, Amy Kuchta, CEO, reflects on BBBSMI's intentional efforts to lift up individuals and families in our community and to tear down systems of oppression.

Celebrating Pride: J. Kyon

J. Kyon, Director of Community Impact at YWCA of Kalamazoo, is an advocate for gender equity and a leading voice in the fight against racism.

Celebrating Pride: Dell Darnell

Dell Darnell is the owner of The Dapper Hammer. They are passionate about helping others gain access to information about gender diversity.

Celebrating Pride: David Feaster

Celebrating Pride and Local Black Heroes: Dr. Michelle S. Johnson

“…Everyone Deserves to Have Someone Rooting For Them.” -Nathifa Sligh, Director of Programs

Hola, Aloha, Hello, Kamusta: Reflections on Ethnic Ambiguity During AAPI Month

In a Mentoring Relationship, Everyone Benefits

Amy and Chloe have been matched since 2012 and are always learning from each other. They are so close that Chloe considers her an "honorary mom."