When our partners talk—we listen
You’ve read a lot about Big Brothers Big Sisters in our own words. But our partners also have a point of view worth hearing, too.
What Our Partners Say...
BBBS of the Shoals is a strong beacon of Hope in the Shoals community and highly needed 100% ~ Bishop Alexander
Parents want what’s best for their children, which is why they often go through the effort of enrolling their sons and daughters in programs like Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. ~ Jean Rhodes, Ph.D. “The Chronicle of Evidence Based Mentoring”
"Thank you for ALL that you do" - Mom of a Little
"My Big Sister, Brenda and I are as close as ever! She is my rock and has had so much influence on who I am today. "Heather, AMC Nashville recording artist. (Little Sister for 28 years)
"Thank you for once again coming out to share the excellent work of BBBS with our Honors Forum." Vince Brewton, UNA
"Glad to support such a worthwhile cause. You and your staff/volunteers deserve the "THANK YOU" for doing the hands on work to change these children's life, so thank YOU!" – Ian Sanford, Mayor of Sheffield
"We know you guys are really IN DEMAND!!! We truly appreciate everything you do for our children in Florence City Schools!!!" -Mary Lee Dobbins, School Social Worker
"We appreciate all you do for our communities!" - Paula A. Beck, Senior Vice President, Community Affairs Manager, Southeast, Wells Fargo
"I really do appreciate eveything that you guys are doing for us. You guys are a Blessing every since from day one. He really loves and enjoys being with his Big Brother. He loves when he's away from the house. It really makes his day." - Parent of a Little Brother
I am happy to be a sponsor of such a fine group of men/women who donate their time to helping others. - Terry Anderson, TNT Fireworks
“Simply stated, the mentoring provided by Big Brothers Big Sisters improves the human condition for children in this country. It is a fact that the more someone cares about you, the more you care about yourself.”
- Albert Wright, UPS Foundation
“By supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters, MetLife Foundation has an effective vehicle to reach young people, to improve their education outcomes and achievement, and also to connect more young people with caring adults.”
- April Hawkins, MetLife Foundation
“Arby’s really believes in the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters. Throughout the course of the Arby’s Charity Tour, over 15 million dollars has been raised, both through the proceeds of the golf tournaments and the charity auctions, and also through customer donations in our stores. But we need more donors. We need other corporations, and in particular we need individual donors.” - Sharron Barton, Arby’s
“I was introduced to Big Brothers Big Sisters at a personal level by a friend who decided to be a Big. We knew she’d help her Little Sister Silvera. What we didn’t know was that Nancy’s life would be completely changed by the experience. Isn’t it extraordinary that Big Brothers Big Sisters can do that for so many more people? 100 Women in Hedge Funds is so proud to be designated by Big Brothers Big Sisters as a Visionary Leader. Like Big Brothers Big Sisters, we put a great importance on accountability and our goal was to make a difference.” - Dana Hall, 100 Women in Hedge Funds
“We partner with Big Brothers Big Sisters so we can make sure that children born today can realize their potential.”
- W. Wilson Goode, Sr., Former Mayor of Philadelphia, Amachi Director