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Building brighter futures through life-changing mentoring relationships that inspire big dreams & great achievements.

By partnering with parents/guardians, volunteers, and others in the community we are accountable for each child in our program achieving:

• Higher aspirations, greater confidence, and better relationships

• Avoidance of risky behaviors

• Educational success

11/06/2026

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine is looking for a Development Specialist to help power the work that connects local kids with mentors.

In this role, you will:
- Build relationships with donors, corporate partners, and community supporters
- Help plan and run fundraising campaigns and events
- Support grant development and management
- Carry out our annual Development Plan alongside the Director of Development and Communications

If you’re a relationship-builder who wants your work to change young lives across Southern Maine, we’d love to meet you.

Learn more and apply today: somebigs.org/careers

11/05/2026

New address, same mission!

The boxes are (mostly) unpacked, the coffee is brewing, and we’re officially settled in at 506 Main Street in Westbrook, inside the Stockhouse Station building.

We’re grateful to everyone who helped make this move happen and to the community that keeps our mission going strong.

Stop by and say hello. We can’t wait to welcome you in!

11/03/2026

You matter. Your voice matters. Your vote matters. 🗳️

Today is Election Day in Maine! Make your plan, head to the polls, and make your impact.

Need to find your polling place or check your registration? Visit vote.org/state/maine for everything you need.

10/30/2026

Trick or treat! 🎃 Our annual match event at the Canopy Hotel was a total TREAT!

Our Bigs and Littles brought the Halloween spirit in full force, from matching duo costumes to giant animals to homemade basketball hoops. And if you spotted a lot of red and white stripes, that was the BBBSSM team, all dressed up as Where’s Waldo!

The fun didn’t stop there: giant Jenga showdowns, a hotel-wide bingo scavenger hunt, friendship bracelet making, and dinner conversations all made it a night to remember.

Wishing everyone a safe and spooky Halloween tomorrow! 👻

10/27/2026

“You’re stuck with me, pal.” 💚 That’s Patrick’s promise to Carter, and it’s the heart of mentoring.

This , we’re celebrating Bigs like Patrick, who show up, stay consistent, and build a bond that changes two lives for good. It doesn’t take grand gestures or expensive outings. It just takes showing up.

To every Big past, present, and future: thank you.

10/23/2026

Wildwood is in theaters today, and we have a hero of our own to add to : Amia.

When Amia was matched with her Big Jessica, two earlier matches had already ended through no fault of her own. It would have been easy for a 10-year-old to decide that mentors don’t stay. Instead, Amia kept showing up.

Her courage shows in small moments. She asked an older girl at the skate park for tips, even though she says she’s shy. She counted out the money and paid for her own snack. She tried new foods she’d never have picked on her own. And when she lost her biological father this year, she kept meeting life with an open heart.

Jessica has matched that resilience with consistency. She has seen Amia every week for 19 months, never missing an outing. Amia says she hopes they’ll stay friends into adulthood, and Jessica feels the same.

Amia is more confident, more willing to speak up, and visibly happier. Courage isn’t the absence of hard things. It’s moving through them with someone who refuses to let go.

That’s the heart of Wildwood, and it’s lived out every week by Bigs and Littles in our community.

10/21/2026

Think about the last time you were waiting for something. Now imagine how long two years would have felt when you were a kid.

Well, that's how long Quentin has been waiting for a Big.

Creative, kind, and always eager to connect with others, Quentin has so much to offer. What he’s missing is someone consistent in his corner: a mentor to try new things with, build confidence alongside, and become a trusted friend.

Could that be you? Sign up today at somebigs.org

10/19/2026

Showing up is the secret.

A quick text to confirm plans. A regular outing on the calendar. Arriving when you said you would. These small acts build trust and strengthen your connection with your Little.

And consistency doesn’t have to be elaborate. Some of the most meaningful moments happen on a walk, at the library, shooting hoops at the park, or just talking together.

What matters most is being present and following through.

10/16/2026

Fall in Maine is made for making memories. 🍂

Whether you’re picking pumpkins, joining a community event, making a craft, or simply talking, your presence is what matters most.

What’s your favorite autumn activity to do together?

10/14/2026

Emberly has been waiting 558 days for a Big.

She’s creative, kind, and enthusiastic about everything she does. She can be a little shy at first, but once trust builds, she warms up quickly.

Emberly would love to spend time drawing and creating projects, visiting playgrounds, and exploring the community.

Most of all, she’s looking for a friend who is kind, patient, and encouraging.

Live near Sanford? You could be the one she’s waiting for. Learn more at somebigs.org

Address

Westbrook, ME

Telephone

+12077735437

Website

http://www.somebigs.org/

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