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Big News
May 2015
Volume 9, Issue 2
Here is what some of our Big Brother and Sister mentors and their Little Brothers and Sisters are saying
about the impact of being in our program:
“I am so proud of Jeremy, his teacher
reported he is improving in all of his
subjects this year.”
“Joe helped me do better in school and
my favorite day was when he came to
school and had lunch with me.”
-Joe /Jeremy
“We have a blast together”
-Michael /Chase:
“Savannah worked hard this year and
really came out of her shell.”
“I love my Big Sister, she is fun”
-Emily /Savannah
“ Chloe was more willing to get her work
done by the end of the school year and
she learned the value of appreciating and
understanding patience, priorities, and
delayed gratification.”
-Caitlyn/Chloe
Having a
mentor
makes a BIG
difference!
Be a part of something BIG in 2015 and
become a mentor. Being a Big Brother or Big
Sister is one of the most enjoyable things
you’ll ever do. Not to mention, one of the
most fulfilling. You have the opportunity to
help shape a child’s future for the better by
empowering him or her to achieve.
So why not apply to be a Big? There are
dozens of kids on our wait list that are ready
to get started. Are you?
Go to “www.becomeabig.net” today to start
your journey as a mentor.
2015 VIP DIAMOND SPONSOR
JORDAN
automotive group
“I have watched Kristin grow and change
into a self-assured young lady. I am so
proud of her.”
“Kristin has been there for me and I know
I can count on her.”
-Kristin/Kailey
“It was a proud moment to see her walk
on that stage and get her diploma. It has
been a privilege to watch her grow into
the self-confident young woman she is
today.”
“My Big Sister helped me in so many ways
and I will be forever grateful to her.”
-Chrissy/Shante:
“He’s a great kid who just needed some
direction to stay focused on the right
path.”
“Matthew helps me figure things out and
gives me good advice.”
-Matthew /Caleb
2015 VIP GOLD SPONSOR 2015 VIP SILVER SPONSOR
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ur Bowl for Kids’ Sake Beach Party on Saturday, March 21st at
Chippewa Bowl was so much fun! Thank you to all who joined in
the celebration of the 30th year for this annual event. This year’s event
was presented by Jordan Automotive Group, our 2015 Diamond VIP
Sponsor. We welcomed 51 teams with over 200 bowlers, raising nearly
$30,000 for our mentoring programs.
2015 Sponsors
Congratulations to Stephanie Melvin from McGladrey who earned a
Summer Fun Package for being the bowler with the highest pledges.
She is pictured above with Board President Brian Stanley and Big
Brother Zach with Little Brother Peyton. Congratulations Stephanie!
Spare Sponsors:
Inovateus Solar
TJ21 Media Group
Prize Sponsor:
Zolman Tire & Auto Center
Lane Sponsors:
Lake City Bank
Lock Joint Tube
May Oberfell Lorber
Meridian Title
A team of Bigs & Littles joined us on a lane sponsored by Jordan Automotive
Group. Left to right: Rich Mullins & Little Brother Jaden, Little Brother Larry &
Big Brother Ron Teachman
We were joined by teams from: 1st Source Bank, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, AM General, Aunalytics, Bayer Health Care, Bradley
Company, Data Realty, Eaton Corp, Halo Brand Products, Indiana Beer, McGladrey, Qumulus Solutions, Senior 1 Care, South Bend
Fraternal Order of Police # 36, Teachers Credit Union & Uber Geek Gear.
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Every bowler over $500 also received a very special Big Brothers Big Sisters rolling beach tote. Congratulations to: Stephanie
Melvin. Kyle Bossung, Chad Yordy, Afredo Alvarado & Shawn Carlton.
Red Pin Winners
(received $50 in Applebee’s certicates)
Blue Pin Winners
Green Pin Winners
Nathan Vogel
Dennis Hawkes
Donovan Hawkes
Benjie Paul
Chad Yordy
Shawn Carlton
(received $100 in Meijer or Visa Cards)
Mark Criniti
Mathew Shambry
Nicole Briggs
Amanda Alvarado
Carla McFarland
(received $200 Visa Cards)
GRAND PRIZE WINNER
(received a Weber 1200 Table Top Grill)
Dan Appleget
The funds raised from this event will go a long way towards
supporting our one-to-one mentoring programs. The
average cost to sustain a match for one year is $1, 000.
Teams who raised pledges to cover 1 or more
matches for an entire year.
Skin Time – Inovateus Solar
McGladrey Team 1 – McGladrey
Senior1 Team – Senior1
Who Gives a Split – The Hawkes Family
Team Lucinda – Big Sister Katie James & Little
Sister Lucinda
Donovan & Dennis Hawkes (Blue Pin Winners) pictured with Big
Brother Zach Foley & Little Brother Payton
These teams raised pledges to cover a match for 6 months:
Lake City Bank – Lake City Bank
Meet you in the Alley – 1st Source Mishawaka Ave & Main Office
Bayer Health Care – Bayer Health Care
McGladrey Team 2 - McGladrey
Will Strike if Provoked – Indiana Beer
Lane Angels
Team Alpha – Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity
I Can’t Believe It’s Not Gutter -1st Source – Ireland Rd
South Bend FOP # 36 – South Bend Fraternal Order of Police # 36
A big THANK YOU also goes out to all our event day
volunteers who worked diligently behind the scenes to make this
event a success.
It’s not about bowling . . . It’s about the kids!
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COMING IN JULY
15th Annual Golf Outing
Monday, July 20, 2015
Morris Park Country Club • South Bend
11:00 a.m. Registration • 11:30 a.m. Buffet Lunch
12:30 p.m. Tee Time
Spend the afternoon with us as we partner with our sponsors to raise funds
to support Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring programs.
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS AVAILABLE
Presenting Sponsor$5,000
Supports 5 matches for one year, plus enter two foursomes with carts & luncheon, along with special recognition status.
Ace Sponsor$2,500
Supports 5 matches for six months, plus enter one foursome with carts & luncheon, along with special recognition status.
Eagle Sponsor$1,000
Supports 1 match for one year, plus one foursome with
cart & luncheon, a hole sign and sponsor recognition.
So get your team together,
choose your sponsorship level,
and register online at
www.bbbs-sjc.org
But hurry!
Registration deadline is
July 10th.
Don’t miss this fun-packed day...
Birdie Sponsor$750
Putting Contest, Mulligan, Take the Pro Shot
entry, fabulous golf gear raffles
and great door prizes.
Par Sponsor$600
Every swing you make furthers the
drive to change the lives of hundreds of
children right here in St. Joseph County.
One foursome with carts and luncheon and your name
on one hole sign.
Enter one foursome with carts and luncheon
Hole Sponsor$200
Your name on one hole sign
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2015
8th Annual Evening of Magic
Dinner & Auction
Friday, October 2, 2015
Gillespie Conference Center • Hilton
Garden Inn
We promise you an evening of inspirational messages, good food and lots of
exciting auction items. Make sure your business or group is represented at this
Community Event by RESERVING YOUR CORPORTE TABLE NOW or reaching out
to us with item(s) for our silent and live auctions.
For more information, visit
bbbs-sjc.org
or call
Beth Berry, (574) 234-7444
Mentoring our Littles to...
SHOOT for the Stars
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Many Thanks to...
Mike’s Carwash at Heritage Square in Granger generously
participated in the “Give Kids the Works” fundraiser on
Saturday, May 2nd. 50% of all Works or Ultimate Washes that
day were donated to our mentoring programs. We appreciate
Mike’s Carwash outstanding support of our program.
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Did You Know...
We have over 50 Littles
on our wait list right now.
Summer is a great time
to be a Big Brother or Sister
mentor. Enroll today at
www.becomeabig.net
Our Vision
Our Mission
Our vision is that all children
achieve success in life.
Our mission is to provide children
facing adversity with strong
and enduring, professionally
supported one-to-one
relationships that change
their lives for the better
– forever.
Big News is published by Big Brothers Big Sisters
of St. Joseph County three times annually.
Our office is located at 218 West Washington
Street, Suite 710, South Bend, IN 46601.
Our Staff
Deborah Burrow, Executive Director
Beth Berry, Fund Development
Coordinator
Laurie Morlan, School Mentor
Program Coordinator
Lisa Tate, Match Support Specialist
Debra Walker, Outreach Coordinator/
Case Manager
Gene Wrobleski, Bookkeeper
218 W Washington St., Ste. 710
South Bend, IN 46601
(574) 232-9958
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