A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Back-to-School Community Partners!
Thank you to Crowne Plaza Suffern Mahwah by IHG for hosting our agency for our first annual Back to School Event with a perfect space and such wonderful hospitality. Heartfelt thanks to all of our back to school supply donors: Big Brother Jim and his wife Maureen, Meeting Professionals International, 4Imprint, Branded by LJS, Simply Elegant Events. Special thanks to out Community supporters for our first time event: Chick Fil A of Nanuet & Marketing & Community Growth [...]
Our Littles Learn the Basics of Banking with Chase
Several of our Littles had the opportunity to take an Introduction to Banking course with Chase Bank of Nanuet & Nyack in August this Summer. Thank you to Chase Money Skills Community Manager, Lael Daniel & the team for teaching our Littles to set saving goals. Our Littles were thrilled to also walk away with backpacks from Chase to get started for a bright new school year! [...]
Starting the School Year with Support & Encouragement!
We’re Starting the School Year with Support & Encouragement! Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County was thrilled to be selected by Meeting Professionals International Greater New York Chapter as the recipient of their Community Social Responsibility Action Project. As part of this wonderful initiative, participants filled backpacks with much-needed school supplies for our youth and created a special Shelf of Encouragement for our agency to share with our Littles throughout the year. Participants [...]
Support Local Youth This Back-to-School Season
A new school year brings new opportunities, challenges, and milestones. That's why Big Brothers Big Sisters is proud to partner with @Macy's to help ensure more young people have a positive mentor in their corner. From July 14 –August 31, Macy's customers can support mentorship by rounding up their purchase instore or donating online at macys.com. Together, we're helping young people start the school year feeling connected, confident, and supported. Back to school is [...]
Thank You for Supporting BBBS Night with the New York Boulders
⚾💙 A Huge Thank You to the New York Boulders and Everyone Who Joined Us! 💙⚾ What an incredible evening at Boulders for Better! Thank you to the New York Boulders for partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County and helping raise awareness and support for local youth through this special community event. We are so grateful to everyone who purchased tickets, stopped by to say hello, and spent the evening cheering [...]
Congratulations to Our Earth Day Creative Arts Contest Winner!
🌿🐾 On June 10th, our agency was thrilled to celebrate one of our Little Sisters, who was selected as one of only five youth in Rockland County to receive the Eleanor Burlingham Earth Day Creative Arts Contest Award! This year's theme encouraged participants to observe local nature and creatively express what it might be like to be an animal or tree in the county. Our Little Sister explored the contest alongside her Big Sister, [...]
Celebrating Community at the Nyack African American Day Parade & Festival
On Saturday, June 6th, #BBBSOFRC had a great time participating as a non-profit resource table at the Annual Nyack African American Day Parade & Festival! 🎉 This incredible event brought together culture, amazing food, community advocacy, and a celebration of the many contributions African Americans have made to our society. It was wonderful to connect with families, community members, and fellow organizations while sharing information about the mentoring opportunities and resources available through our [...]
Connecting with Educators at the Rockland BOCES Mental Health Fair 💚
Our agency was so happy to be invited to the Rockland BOCES Mental Health Fair for their teachers and staff! Our team brought several interactive activities, including our 🎡 Mood Spinning Wheel, 📚 Decorate-a-Bookmark station featuring inspirational messages, and our 🍭 Lollipop Tree. These activities provided a fun and engaging way for participants to take a moment for themselves while learning about available community resources. The event was also a wonderful opportunity to reconnect [...]
#BBBSOFRC Proud to Support Nyack Head Start Families 💚
On the morning of Friday, May 29th, Nyack Head Start came together for a Community Block Party for their families, providing an opportunity to connect with local organizations like #BBBSOFRC. Our team was honored to be invited and recognized as an important community resource. We enjoyed meeting families, sharing information about our mentoring programs, and building relationships that help strengthen our community. Thank you to Nyack Head Start for including us in this wonderful [...]
Did You Spot the #BBBSOFRC Team at the Nanuet Street Fair?
Did you spot the #BBBSOFRC Team out in the community recently? 👀 We love connecting with our neighbors, sharing our mission, and meeting future mentors who are ready to make a difference! 💚 📍 June 7th - #NanuetStreetFair If you see us at a community event, be sure to stop by, say hello, and learn how you can become a mentor. One caring adult can make a BIG impact in a young person's life. [...]
Inspiring Future Leaders at RCC’s Fast Track Networking Event
Thank you to Rockland Community College for inviting our agency to the Fast Track to Your Future: Speed Networking Event on Wednesday, April 29th Daisy Guzman, our Program Manager, was very excited to meet with RCC students and speak with them about the importance of mentoring as a skill they could build on by mentoring with our agency to help youth in Rockland County. #SUNY #RocklandCounty
Save the Date: Hudson Valley Gives is May 20th!
💙✨ Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County is proud to participate in 🎉 Hudson Valley Gives on May 20th! 🎉 There are exciting bonus opportunities throughout the day where your support can go even further: 🌙 Be the first donor at midnight or the last donor of the day for a chance to help us win an extra 💲1,000 ☀️ Take advantage of matching donations during key times like the morning commute 🚗, [...]
