Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City

06/20/2026

☀️ TOMORROW IS THE BIGGEST DAY OF THE YEAR ☀️ Tomorrow, we'll experience the longest day of the year.

More daylight.
More opportunity.
More potential.

We're celebrating by challenging Kansas City to take one small step that can make a big difference: becoming a mentor.

Over 200 local kids are waiting for a Big right now. One caring adult can help a child discover what's possible.

Tomorrow, help us make the Biggest Day of the Year even bigger and sign up to become a big!

06/19/2026

On this day in 1865, a Union general rode into Galveston, TX and announced that the Civil War had ended and the last enslaved Africans living in America were officially free from slavery—this day is known as Black Independence Day, or . Today, we recognize this momentous day and move forward with a hope and determination for a better tomorrow.

06/17/2026

Did you know the longest day of the year is almost here?☀️ On June 21, we'll celebrate the Summer Solstice, the day with the most daylight all year. At Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City, we're calling it The BIGGEST Day of the Year!

Why? Because we're using this day to encourage more caring adults to become mentors for local kids waiting for someone in their corner.

A few hours a month can change a life. Mark your calendars and join us on June 21 as we challenge Kansas City to do something BIG.

06/17/2026

Big Advice of the Week 💬 You don’t have to be perfect or have all the answers to make a difference.

Sometimes the most impactful thing you can do is simply be there. 💚

06/16/2026

BBBSKC is now hiring for a Manager of Facilities & Workplace Operations. Learn more and apply at bbbskc.org/careers/

06/16/2026

As our city prepares to welcome the world's biggest stage, we're focused on something just as important: helping local kids discover their potential. ⚽️🌎

Every Little deserves a teammate, mentor, and biggest fan. That's what a Big can be.

The future of Kansas City is already here. And they're worth cheering for. Learn more about being a Big at bbbskc.org.

06/15/2026

Friday's event at FIFA Fan Festival left our hearts happy! Some of our Littles got to play interviewers for the day and had a blast! 💥⚽️

06/15/2026

It's time for a new Match! 🎉 This , meet Big Jim and Little Jackson! These two bonded quickly over their love for music, soccer, anime, and tv shows like Stranger Things!

Also Jim is a great musician, and Jackson is learning to play the guitar! 🎸

06/12/2026

Little Sister Maylani went with her Big MacKenzie to the animal shelter to see the kittens! 😻 What a great bonding experience for these two animal lovers!

06/10/2026

There’s still time to support BBBSKC in the Kick for a Cause campaign with Thrivent and Sporting Kansas City! Your vote helps decide how much funding we receive—and every vote truly matters. Don’t wait—show your support now:

Sporting KC and Thrivent are proud to present Kick for a Cause. We want you to show your support and rally behind the causes that matter most to you. Select any or all of the local nonprofits to help determine how funding is distributed among eight local nonprofits. Every selection helps shape the i...