Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin

 

Bowl for Kids' Sake is just around the corner!

This year's theme is Country and Western! So grab your cowboy hat, and shout YEE-HAW for this year's Bowl for Kids' Sake! For more information, check out the Bowl for Kids' Sake page.

FREE Big/Little Events are Sure to be FUN!

Are you looking for something really fun to do with your Little that is cost effective? There are 2 upcoming Big/Little events that are sure to fit the bill!

Chippewa Falls YMCA Event - March 6th - 6 to 9pm
St. Croix Valley Scrapbooking Event - March 27th - 9am to Noon

For more information visit the Bigs/Littles Events page!

John Kell "Making a Difference" Award Recipients

On Thurdsay, Jan 28th the 2008 & 2009 John Kell "Making a Difference" Award recipienets were honored at the Annual Luncheon.

2008 - Jerry Spies

Jerry Spies is a CPA and the co-owner of Biesterveld & Company, CPAs and Jackson Hewitt Tax Service.  He got involved with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin as a Big Brother when the agency was still called Kinship of Eau Claire County and was matched with Little Brother Matt for about 9 years.  Spies has served as a Board Member for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin since 2001 and has served as Treasurer for over 7 years, he has also served on the Finance Committee and Partnership Committee.  Program Director Janet Proctor says that “his commitment and dedication for many years and passion for Big Brothers Big Sisters has made a Big Difference in the growth of our agency for many years.”  He is always willing to volunteer his time, resources, and accounting skills.  His willingness to go the ‘extra mile’ for Big Brothers Big Sisters and the children we serve truly embody the John Kell ‘Making a Difference’ Award.

2009 - Brandon Richards

Brandon Richards has served as the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin Information Technology volunteer since 2001, handling all of the technical concerns in both the Eau Claire and Hudson offices.  Richards moved to La Crosse in the spring of 2005 to take on the role of IT Manager for Echo Bridge Home Entertainment, an international film distribution company. Even after his move to La Crosse, Richards continues to volunteer his time and services to Big Brothers Big Sisters.  He dedicates many hours each year to fixing technical problems, finding the best deals in purchasing new equipment, setting up all new computers and equipment, installing and updating software, restoring files and is always available to answer technical questions.  Richards is truly dedicated to the mission and vision of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin and is a deserving recipient of the John Kell ‘Making a Difference’ Award.

Lunch Buddies Needed in Eau Claire County - Could you volunteer 1 lunch time each week?

We are looking to double the size of our site-based program in Eau Claire County before the end of the year! Do you have 1 lunch hour a week you could spend with a child? It's as simple as that.

Lunch Buddies visit a child's school once a week to eat lunch, play games, share stories, or play catch. These are just a few of the activities you could enjoy with a child at their school!

Want to learn more? Come to one of our volunteer orientation sessions to learn more and decide if it's right for you.

For more information, call 715-835-0161 or email.

Volunteer Orientations -

(for Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, & Menomonie Only)

Interested in becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister? Attend one of these informational meetings to learn more!


Thurs., March 4th, 5:30-6:30pm
Tues., March 16th, 12:00-1:00pm
Mon., April 5th, 5:30-6:30pm
Tues., April 20th, 12:00-1:00pm
Thurs., May 20th, 6:30-7:30pm

To register, call 715-835-0161 or email.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin Recognized Nationally for Site-Based Mentoring

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America recently announced that Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Wisconsin was one of only 18 agencies nationwide to exceed in site-based mentoring with an average match length of longer than 15 months.

This is due to increased volunteer training, screening, support, and the one year commitment now required of all site-based volunteer. Thanks to all of the staff and volunteers who are dedicated to improving the lives of children.