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There are many ways you can support Big Brothers Big Sisters. Your donation positively impacts a child’s life. Not to mention, it makes you a part of something big. Defend Potential now.
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84% of former Littles surveyed agree their experience influenced them in showing understanding to those less fortunate.

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​It’s not just a donation. It’s an investment in a child’s future.

When you donate online to Big Brothers Big Sisters, you join our cause and directly support children in your community. No matter how little or big the amount, donating can start making a difference in the lives of young people around you.
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Donating pays dividends.

Research shows that our mentoring works. Children with a Big Brother or Big Sister show real differences in their personal and academic lives. They are more confident in their schoolwork performance, they get along better with their families and they’re 52% less likely to skip school(1).

Your support goes far.

Your financial support helps us provide our programs and services nationally and in your local community—so we can develop more college grads, community leaders and entrepreneurs.

Your financial support empowers lots of things, like:
  • recruiting new Big Brother and Big Sister volunteers
  • covering the costs of background checks, while ensuring trained professionals match Littles to responsible Bigs
  • enabling ongoing supervision and relationship support for every Big, Little and Little’s family
  • providing cultural and social activities to enrich the opportunities for children

Become a part of the Big Brothers Big Sisters family today. Donate now>
For more information about donating, please contact Gina D. Mashburn, CEO/Executive Director, at gina@bbbsshoals.org or 256-248-1931.
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(1) Tierney, J.P., Grossman, J.B., and Resch, N.L. (1995) Making a Difference: An Impact Study of Big Brothers Big Sisters. Philadelphia: Public/Private Ventures
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  • Home
    • Branding >
      • Contact Us
  • BBBS National
  • Parents/Enroll A Child
  • Bigs Only
    • Big & Little Things to do in the Shoals
    • Relationship Building
  • Donate
    • Donate Online
    • Other Ways to Donate >
      • Bowl for Kids' Sake
      • Planned Giving
      • Foundation & Corporate Giving
      • Friends Asking Friends
    • Alumni
    • Why Give >
      • Accountability Recognition
      • Financial Statements
  • Volunteer
    • Be a Big Brother >
      • Big Brother FAQs
    • Be a Big Sister >
      • Big Sister FAQs
    • Real Life Stories >
      • New Footsteps to Follow
      • The Little Dude
      • Two’s Company
      • Walking the Walk
      • When Parallel Lines Intersect
      • Carrying the Flag Together
      • Climbing to new heights
      • It’s Not Brain Surgery
      • Kindred spirits
      • Knock, knock...
      • Learning to Soar like an Eagle
      • Singing Her Praises
      • The Girl's Got Swagger
    • Volunteer at Events
  • Events
  • About
    • Our Impact
    • Our History
    • Programs >
      • Community-Based Programs
      • School-Based Programs
      • Bigs with Badges
    • Child Safety
    • Leadership
    • Partners >
      • Corporate Alliances
      • Community Partners
      • Foundations
      • Advocacy Partners
      • What Our Partners Say
    • Meet the Staff
    • Contact Us
    • Sign Up for Our eNewsletter
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