Stand with our Kids Luncheon Series January 22nd featuring Pamela Kallsen

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California Foundation presents  Stand With Our Kids 2012-2013 Luncheon Series Tuesday, January 22, 2013 We would like to invite you to learn more about the youth of our community by attending our luncheon with guest speaker, Executive Director of the Marjaree Mason Center, Pamela Kallsen. The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California Foundation has started this series
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Enhanced System Allows Growth

December 4th 2012 – Our goal is have serve 326 children with either an adult mentor or a match between a high school student and elementary aged student in our site-based high school Bigs programs.  One of the ways that we will accomplish this is by becoming more efficient and effective with how we utilize our limited resources. Diane Phakonekham, our Program Director has
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Jamie Foxx announces role as National Spokesperson for Big Brothers Big Sisters!

Jamie Foxx Announces Biggest Role Ever: National Spokesperson, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America November 28, 2012 – A small group of teen and pre-teen boys and their mentors joined Oscar Award Winning Actor Jamie Foxx at a private party at his Los Angeles-area home to celebrate the actor’s newest and biggest role ever — national spokesperson for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
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Fansler Foundation Grant

We are pleased that the Fansler Foundation had awarded us a grant of $63,000 dollars for fiscal year 2012-13. This will allow us to add a new, bi-lingual Match Support Specialist and up to 60 additional children to our adult mentoring program over the course of the fiscal year. Over 55% of the population of Central California is Hispanic. Of the children enrolled in
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JACK IN THE BOX: Nutcracker Jack Fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters!

Nutcracker Jack Marches into Jack in the Box® for Holiday Fundraiser Just in time for the 120th anniversary of the Nutcracker Ballet,sale of holiday ornament raises money and awareness for Big Brothers Big Sisters Jack in the Box® restaurants launched a holiday fundraiser benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters. For just $1, plus tax, guests may purchase a limited-edition Nutcracker Jack ornament with net proceeds
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Record Funds Raised!

A record setting amount, $208,000, was raised on our behalf by the 300 Club at their 32nd Annual Gourmet Dinner and Auction. Pardini’s Banquet facility was packed to capacity with over 300 attendees, for this annual event, which is traditionally held on the third Thursday evening in September. Not only did we set a record in terms of funds raised but for attendance as
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Help Support Big Brothers Big Sisters with a Community Connection One Card!

Buy GIFT CARDS, Use LIKE CASH And support BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS And It Won’t Cost You a Penny. Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Central California is committed to providing children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1-to-1 relationships that change  lives and strengthen communities. Each time you use the Community Connection  Gift Card for normal everyday purchases, you will also be
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Join BBBS and Stand With Our Kids!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California Foundation presents  Stand With Our Kids 2012-2013 Luncheon Series Tuesday, November 20, 2012 We would like to invite you to learn more about the youth of our community by attending our luncheon with guest speaker, Sanger Superintendent of Schools, Marc Johnson. The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California Foundation has started this series to foster communication
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Are you a Jogger? Runner? Join the Human Race and help support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California

SUNDAY 9/9/2012 DOWNTOWN FRESNO 5K Fun run & walk . 10K Timed Race . Festival . Live Entertainment . Food . Arts . Culture . Health & More Hands On of Central California is offering a great opportunity for you to get involved and help you support your favorite Non-profit organization. The Human Race is a fun and healthy way to support a child
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Big Brothers Big Sisters names the 2012 Supporter of the Year

Ed Amerson was surprised on June 28th when he was announced Big Brothers Big Sisters 2012 Supporter of the Year at the Annual Meeting of Members that was held at the showroom of Community Partner FIAT of Fresno. In recognition of his contributions to Big Brothers Big Sisters, both personal and professional, we thank you for helping to “Start Something” in the lives of our
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