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."
Board Member Spotlight: Kari Brown
The Board Member Spotlight is on Kari Brown. How long you’ve been on the board? I’ve been on board since November 2017. Place of employment and title: PNC Bank –...
Board Member Spotlight: Katelyn Charbeneau
The Board Member Spotlight is on Katelyn Charbeneau who, in addition to being on the board of directors, is a Big Sister. How long you’ve been on the board? I’ve...
Staff Spotlight: Tunezha Crowder
The Staff Spotlight is on Tunezha Crowder. Tunezha shares that, no, her name is not “made up,” but comes from the North African country of Tunisia. Learn more about Tunezha:...
Staff Spotlight: Susan Chada
The Staff Spotlight is on Susan Chada. Position: Outreach and Service Delivery Specialist Extraordinaire, Calhoun County Start date with BBBS: September 25, 2017 Town I grew up in: Santa Rosa, California...
Staff Spotlight: Kori Jock
This month, the Staff Spotlight is on Kori Jock, our resident hula-hooping aficionado (check out her skills here and turn up the volume to hear her belly laugh). Name: Kori Jock...
Board Member Spotlight: Terry Burleson
In this month’s Board Member Spotlight we feature Terry Burleson. Time on board: I joined the board on October 6, 2015 Place of employment and title: Program Manager, Battle Creek...
Big Brothers Big Sisters’ 2015 STAR Award winner ‘He’s always exceeding expectations.’
‘He’s always exceeding expectations.’ Zack Isaacs wins 2015 STAR Award youth category As a high school freshman, Zack Isaacs became interested in becoming a Big Brother. However, he was too...
Big Brothers Big Sisters 2015 STAR Award Nominee
Big Brothers Big Sisters’ 2015 STAR Award nominee ‘They consistently step up to help.’ Junior Leadership Committee receives Adult Volunteer Group nomination The membership of Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Junior...
Staff Spotlight: Kathy Praedel
This month’s Staff Spotlight features Kathy Praedel, the agency’s Partnership Manager and Bowl for Kids’ Sake Coordinator. As Partnership Manager, one of Kathy’s duties is recruitment which explains why she’s...
Board Member Spotlight: Marcus Brussee
In this month’s Board Member Spotlight we feature Marcus Brussee. Time on board: I joined the board in May 2016. Other BBBSMI involvement: I am a member of the Junior...