Michigan Big Brothers Big Sisters Alliance

06/01/2026

Mentorship is essential social infrastructure that makes everything else work better. A society where every young person has a mentor is a society invested in its own future. Let's build that future together. 💚

05/21/2026

All 8 of the Michigan Big Brothers Big Sisters Alliance agencies currently offer School-Based Mentoring. 🍎🚌📚 Some Matches are Community Volunteers in the schools and other programs utilize High School Bigs. Through this program innovation and by transforming schools into hubs of Access and Opportunity for every child... We are serving more youth through mentorship throughout the State in both the Upper and Lower Peninsula. With your support we can serve even more youth.

💚Contact your local agency to get involved. Volunteer - Enroll a Child - Donate.

🖤Contact your State Legislators to let them know YOU support Big Brothers Big Sisters and brighter futures for thousands of Michigan Youth. State Funding for the Michigan Big Brothers Big Sisters Alliance is a good use of taxpayer money because our program goes beyond a temporary fix by addressing the root causes of these challenges. By breaking cycles of generational poverty and providing steadfast support, we empower children to envision and achieve a brighter future.

05/20/2026

The future of our State’s Youth is on the House Congressional Floor today. 🏛️ Support a future built on Big Brothers Big Sisters Mentorship…

Tune in live to watch crucial testimony on why State Funding for youth mentoring is a game-changing investment. Representative Kathy Schmaltz along with Big Brothers Big Sisters Directors Megyn Forest and Tony Hollow will be live at 11:44AM before the House Labor and Economic Opportunity Subcommittee to discuss an LDSI request on behalf of the Michigan Alliance of Big Brothers Big Sisters.

The latest data proves that Big Brothers Big Sisters programs drive college enrollment, close economic gaps, and boost lifetime earnings. Our leaders need to hear how mentorship transforms lives and strengthens our economy. Watch the hearing, show your support online, and help us advocate for the future every child deserves. 📺⚖️

Watch Live Here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/QeGIbeEPByk?si=swaPZVrXHQAu1AV-

05/20/2026

The value of mentorship lasts a lifetime. 💼 The impact of mentorship is proven…

💰According to a 2025 economic impact study, BBBS Littles earn an average of 15% more over their lifetimes compared to those without a mentor.

When young people have a Big in their corner, they develop the resilience and career readiness that translates into long-term financial stability. Mentoring is a proven, high-return investment in Michigan’s future workforce and economy.

Let’s make mentoring accessible to every child who needs it.

💚Contact your local agency to get involved. Volunteer - Enroll a Child - Donate.

🖤Contact your State Legislators to let them know YOU support Big Brothers Big Sisters and brighter futures for thousands of Michigan Youth. State Funding for the Michigan Big Brothers Big Sisters Alliance is a good use of taxpayer money because our program goes beyond a temporary fix by addressing the root causes of these challenges. By breaking cycles of generational poverty and providing steadfast support, we empower children to envision and achieve a brighter future.



The Michigan Big Brothers Big Sisters Alliance is a collaboration of 8 local Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies located throughout the state.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Western Upper Peninsula
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee County
BBBS Michigan Capital Region
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Upper Peninsula
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Jackson County
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Michigan
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan

05/19/2026

Mentorship is a powerful tool for economic equity. ⚖ The impact of mentorship is proven…

🔑The latest economic impact data reveals that mentored youth close the socioeconomic gap by 2/3, with their future earnings aligning more closely with their mentors than their family background.
By bridging the resource and opportunity gaps, consistent mentorship helps level the playing field for kids across our state.

Support policies that fund and prioritize youth mentoring programs and help to build a Brighter tomorrow.

💚Contact your local agency to get involved. Volunteer - Enroll a Child - Donate.

🖤Contact your State Legislators to let them know YOU support Big Brothers Big Sisters and brighter futures for thousands of Michigan Youth. State Funding for the Michigan Big Brothers Big Sisters Alliance is a good use of taxpayer money because our program goes beyond a temporary fix by addressing the root causes of these challenges. By breaking cycles of generational poverty and providing steadfast support, we empower children to envision and achieve a brighter future.



The Michigan Big Brothers Big Sisters Alliance is a collaboration of 8 local Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies located throughout the State.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Western Upper Peninsula
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee County
BBBS Michigan Capital Region
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Upper Peninsula
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Jackson County
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Michigan
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan

05/19/2026

Big futures start with Big Brothers Big Sisters. 🚀 The impact of mentorship is proven:

📈According to the 2025 Youth Mentorship Access Report by The Harris Poll, 83% of enrolled youth believe mentorship bridges the gap between the classroom and real-world success.

🎓In addition, a 2025 economic impact study shows that BBBS Littles are 20% more likely to enroll in college than their peers.

Mentorship builds the confidence, skills and support networks that youth need to pursue higher education and unlock new opportunities. When we invest in mentoring, we invest in the next generation of leaders, innovators and professionals. When we invest in mentoring, we build stronger communities.

Stand up for Youth Mentoring in Michigan today and help to build a Brighter tomorrow. ☀

💚Contact your local agency to get involved. Volunteer - Enroll a Child - Donate.

🖤Contact your State Legislators to let them know YOU support Big Brothers Big Sisters and brighter futures for thousands of Michigan Youth. State Funding for the Michigan Big Brothers Big Sisters Alliance is a good use of taxpayer money because our program goes beyond a temporary fix by addressing the root causes of these challenges. By breaking cycles of generational poverty and providing steadfast support, we empower children to envision and achieve a brighter future.



The Michigan Big Brothers Big Sisters Alliance is a collaboration of 8 local Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies located throughout the State.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Great Lakes Bay Region
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Western Upper Peninsula
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flint and Genesee County
BBBS Michigan Capital Region
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Upper Peninsula
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Jackson County
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Michigan
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan

06/19/2024

We could not be more proud. Congratulations Jayne and team!

06/11/2024

Learning and growing at the BBBSA National Conference!

05/15/2024

Some of BBBSMI's team spent the day in Lansing meeting with state politicians, including a tour of the Capital with State Representative Angela Witwer and honoring State Representative Christine Morse at the Lugnuts game for her advocacy to strengthen and expand our mentoring programs across the State of Michigan. 🌟 Mentoring changes lives, builds stronger communities, and shapes BIGGER futures.
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08/31/2023