April: Match of the Month
Congratulations to Big Brother Domonic and Little Brother Jordan, April’s Match of the Month! Match…
https://www.bbbsmi.org/2021/04/16/match-of-the-month-april-2021/what's new
Big List of Books for Littles
In honor of National Reading Month, you shared book recommendations for youth ages 6-16. Check out the top picks here!
https://www.bbbsmi.org/2021/04/08/book-list/
Celebrating Local Black Heroes: Curtis Woods Jr.
Curtis Woods Jr., an Army National Guard veteran and local entrepreneur, is a pillar in Southwest Michigan for the ways he gives back and the example he sets.
https://www.bbbsmi.org/2021/03/29/curtis-woods/
A statement from our agency
The recent events in Georgia, coupled with a long history of systemic and emergent injustices perpetuated against Asian communities, reinforce the need for our agency to again state that we stand in solidarity with communities of color in Southwest Michigan.
https://www.bbbsmi.org/2021/03/25/a-statement-from-our-agency-2/
Sign up now for Bowl for Kids’ Sake: Cornhole Edition
Bowl for Kids’ Sake is changing! To keep everyone safe this year, Bowl for Kids’ Sake will be a cornhole event in late summer. Sign up now!
https://www.bbbsmi.org/2021/03/24/bowl-for-kids-sake-cornhole-edition-2/
Looking for Littles
Every child would benefit from having a mentor who cares about them. Do you know any children would like to participate in our programming?
https://www.bbbsmi.org/2021/03/11/looking-for-littles/
Black Heroes Round Up
In celebration of Black History Month, BBBS featured 18 Local Black Heroes. Meet these Black leaders and trail blazers here.
https://www.bbbsmi.org/2021/03/04/black-heroes-round-up/
Celebrating Local Black Heroes: Layla Wallace
Layla Wallace is a community-minded high school student and entrepreneur. With every sweet treat sold, Layla’s Cool Pops gives back.
https://www.bbbsmi.org/2021/02/26/layla-wallace/
Celebrating Local Black Heroes: Stacey Randolph Ledbetter
Captain Stacey Randolph Ledbetter (ret) was Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety’s first Black woman sergeant, lieutenant, then captain. Now retired from the force, her drive and current anti-racism work create a safer community for all.
https://www.bbbsmi.org/2021/02/25/stacey-randolph-ledbetter/
Celebrating Local Black Heroes: Jahdal Johnson aka DJ Conscious (Video)
Jahdal Johnson (aka DJ Conscious) is a father and entrepreneur. His purpose in life is to motivate and inspire others to be the best version of themselves.
Keep watching after his interview for a short set and hear DJ Conscious’ artistry!
https://www.bbbsmi.org/2021/02/24/jahdal-johnson-aka-dj-conscious/