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Big Draft Spotlight: BBBS Tampa Bay Featured on ABC Action News

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We’re excited to share that ABC Action News recently spotlighted Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay and our Big Draft campaign—our bold push to recruit 60 mentors in 60 days before the NFL Draft this April.

The news story highlights how our local chapter is stepping up during National Volunteer Month, encouraging the community to join our mission to empower youth through mentorship. This effort is part of a national collaboration with the NFL Inspire Change initiative, aligning our call for Bigs with the NFL’s recruitment season.

“Mentorship is game-changing,” said Chris Letsos, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay. “Just like in football, kids need a strong team behind them. Our Bigs provide the support, encouragement, and opportunities to help a young person succeed.”

Watch the segment below to meet some of the amazing Bigs and Littles changing lives across Tampa Bay:

Why Mentorship Matters

Mentorship is proven to deliver long-term impact. Big Brothers Big Sisters of America released a Harvard research study showing that:

  • 20% more likely to enroll in post-secondary education
  • 15% more lifetime earnings
  • Closes two-thirds of the economic opportunity gap for youth facing adversity

Whether you’ve thought about becoming a mentor or are just learning about us, this is your sign to get in the game. Join our team of Bigs and be the reason a child in your community feels seen, supported, and inspired.

Be Part of the Big Draft

If you’ve got four hours a month and a heart for giving back, this is your moment to step up. Become a Big and help us meet our goal of recruiting 60 new mentors before April 24.

Read the full ABC Action News story here:
Big Brothers Big Sisters holding ‘Big Draft,’ looking for next team of mentors

Meet Our March Match

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Since October 2020, Joyce and Yaretzi have shared an amazing bond of friendship and mentorship. Joyce has been an incredible role model, helping Yaretzi make wise choices and encouraging her to do her best. They even share the same zodiac sign—both Geminis with birthdays just five days apart!

Their adventures include visits to Dinosaur World, the RP Funding Center, Sea World, and even “Burger King car picnics” before movie nights. Yaretzi credits Joyce for helping her make better choices, especially in school, and describes her Big Sister as “fun, nice, smart, and exciting.” 

It’s been a joy to watch their relationship grow, and we can’t wait for the many more memories they’ll create together!

 

 

International Human Rights Month

By Resources, Uncategorized

In addition to many holidays, the month of December is also a time to observe Universal Human Rights Month. This month is a reminder that the United Nations General Assembly codified the basic human rights of every person. It is also a time to reflect upon the rights that we do have and what these freedoms mean to us. Eleanor Roosevelt, former First Lady of America, was an influential figure involved in creating the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.  She asks, “Where, after all, do universal human rights begin? In small places, close to home — so close and so small that they cannot be seen on any maps of the world. Unless these rights have meaning there, they have little meaning anywhere. Without concerted citizen action to uphold them close to home, we shall look in vain for progress in the larger world.”

Here are some excellent book recommendations that you and your Little can read together to learn more about the importance of Human Rights.

  • We Are All Born Free by the Amnesty International
  • I Have the Right to Be a Child by Alain Serres
  • A Life Like Mine by DK

This is also a great opportunity to give back to your community through volunteering for a local nonprofit! Below are some organizations that are always accepting volunteers of all ages:

The Declaration of Human Rights was created to be a ‘common standard of achievement for all peoples and all nations’. This document has been translated into over 500 languages and is the most downloaded document in the world. While many of us get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the many December holidays we celebrate, it’s also the perfect time to reflect on our rights and think of how we can make a more equitable world for everyone.

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