My Big Brothers Big Sisters Journey
Most of you know that I am Big Brother to Runi who is a 6th grader in Plainfiled after being a Big Brother to Devin who graduated from Ben Davis University High School last year. These two young men are amazing individuals and full of talent and potential. Like we all do, they needed a supporting mentor to walk alongside them through life. Considering all the great men who mentored me along my path, it was the least I could do to be there for these young men.
Here is where you come in:
1) Consider volunteering to become a Big. You have what kids need, experience and willingness to care. www.bebigforkids.org
2) Consider donating to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana (below). This organization is a great steward of funds - I am on the Board. Funds are what allows the organization reach more needed volunter mentors to serve more kids. Kim and I will personally match the first $1000 raised on this page - your donation will double!!!!
3) Spread the word. Consider forwarding, sharing, reposting this message to get the message out.
4) Thank your mentor today! Send them a note, text, or call. Just say thank you for walking beside you when you were a kid!
About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana:
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!
To our MVP Bigs: Thank you for your leadership, your impact, and for believing in the limitless potential of Central Indiana’s youth. You are shaping lives, creating brighter futures, and proving that mentorship truly makes a difference.
Together, we’re changing the game for young people—and we couldn’t do it without you.
