Karly Lieske

I have worked at BBBSCI for almost 7 years and have enjoyed every second. Through our work, we are able to build connections and relationships amongst people in the community who otherwise may have never met one another. It is this connection building and supporting youth that keeps me here year after year. 

At BBBSCI, our Bigs are nothing short of heroes. They show up for the young people in our community day in and day out, making the future brighter with every connection they build. The youth of Central Indiana are asking for mentors, and our Bigs step up—without hesitation.

But being a Big is more than just mentoring. It’s about being a cheerleader, a listener, a teacher, and most importantly, a friend. It’s about standing beside our Littles and cheering them on through every milestone, challenge, and success.

Right now, we have 1,000 youth eagerly waiting for mentors like our Bigs. That’s 1,000 lives ready to be changed, 1,000 opportunities to build connections that last a lifetime. These young people are full of potential, and they’re looking for someone who will believe in them, support them, and help guide them toward a brighter future. Our Bigs are stepping up—but we need even more people like them to meet this urgent need!

Together, we’re changing the game for young people—and we couldn’t do it without our Bigs, staff, and your donation. 

900+ mentoring relationships in the BBBSCI program annually

300 young people connected & referred to other youth-supporting programming

150 youth supported through group mentoring

15 LITTLE MEMORIES – This year, your support does all this and creates some BIG magic! Every challenge achieved on Giving Tuesday unlocks a little memory for 15 lucky matches! These memories are bucket list opportunities for Bigs and Littles, made possible by generous supporters like YOU.