Big Brothers Big Sisters - Gainesville, FL - Big Brothers Big Sisters on Waymarking.com

From the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Florida website: "Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Florida (BBBS) was established in 1975 and has served thousands of single-parent families within Alachua, Marion and Bradford counties. Our vision is to provide successful mentoring relationships for all children who need and want them, and to contribute to brighter futures, better schools, and stronger communities for all. Our Mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships."

"Staff and volunteers are proud to have had two "National Big Brother of the Year" winners (1984 & 2004); One "State Big Sister of the Year" winner (2006) and, two Arby’s scholarship winners (1999) for $20,000 and $1000. The agency was also acknowledged at 1999’s annual convention in Chicago for becoming a member of Team 2000’s "All-star" group for significant program growth over the previous year."

Web Address or URL: [Web Link] Physical Address: 1155 NW 13th Street Gainesville, FL USA 32601

Visit Instructions:
When visiting a waymark, please take a picture that clearly shows the Big Brothers Big Sisters sign. If you have a picture with yourself at the sign, that would be great too. Also, if you've ever been a Big Brother or Big Sister, tell us a little about your experience with the program.

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