Our Story
"Although the national efforts for Big Brothers Big Sisters took place in the early 20th century, the Lorain County chapter was introduced in 1994, thanks to the hard work and initiative assumed by the Leadership Lorain County Class of 1994. More than ten years later, Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Lorain County has grown into an organization that successfully serves hundreds of children each year— 11 times as many children as they first matched with mentors in 1994. The agency recently earned two more national awards in addition to Annie E. Casey, Pillsbury and 2000 pennant— the Big Sister of the Year and Top All-Around Performer for 2006.
Big Brothers Big Sisters continued impact on the youth of Lorain County is a testimony to the program’s mission that pledges to help children reach their full potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with measurable impact. Children seeking mentors have an option of two main programs offered through BBBS: community based and school based. The community based program follows the traditional model, which has been the anchor program for BBBS services all over the country. School based programs were developed ten years ago as a way to reach more children, as well as a way to manage risks by delivering services in a school or site -based setting while remaining true to the
one-to-one focus.
Our Mentoring Programs Works
According to an independent study conducted by Public-Private Ventures, children matched to a Big Brother or Big Sister were:
- 46% less likely to begin using illegal drugs
- 27% less likely to begin using alcohol
- 52% less likely to skip school
- More confident in schoolwork performance
- Able to get along better with families
Big Brothers Big Sisters’ continual outreach to a younger generation is a necessary and appreciated effort that becomes more successful each year."
Be A Part Of Something Big: Job Opportunities
Each employee in Big Brothers Big Sisters helps to extend the mission of the agency in particular ways. Big Brothers Big Sisters is currently not hiring at this time. Please check back in the future for job opportunities.
1917 North Ridge Road, Lorain Oh, 44055
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STAFF
Lise M. Day
CEO/ President
CP: 440-320-1512
Dave Henning
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Greg Holcomb
Development Officer
CP: 440- 670-4851
Marcus Madison
Communication Coordinator
CP: 714-7637
Brenda Warren
Casework Supervisor/
Volunteer Intake Specialist
Thom Griffith
Americorps Vista
Giovana Cruz
Child Intake and Support
David Gerrone
Match Support Specialist
CP: 440-308-7639
Office Hours
Monday: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM -6:00 PM
Thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Our Vision
Successful mentoring relationships for all children who need and want them, contributing to better schools, brighter futures, and stronger communities for all.
Our Mission
To help children reach their full potential through professionally supported one-to-one relationships with measurable impact.
Our Values
We value integrity in partnerships and promote teamwork and compassion as we develop relationships that benefit the community.
Only Big Brothers Big Sisters improves children's lives through one-to-one mentoring supported by the individual attention of our volunteers, donors, and staff.
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