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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona Announces New Chief Executive Officer
Read more: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona Announces New Chief Executive Officer[Phoenix, AZ] — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona (BBBSAZ) is proud to announce the appointment of Debbie Castillo-Smith as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective today. Debbie has successfully served as BBBSAZ’s Interim CEO since April 2025, providing steady leadership, strategic direction, and a deep commitment to the agency’s mission during this transition…
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Paul’s Car Wash Returns for its 18th Year, Benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona
Read more: Paul’s Car Wash Returns for its 18th Year, Benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central ArizonaOctober 23 & 24, 2025 | Desert Ridge Marketplace | 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. PHOENIX, AZ (September 2025) – Arizona’s favorite car wash with a cause is back! Paul’s Car Wash, hosted by Arizona’s Family Weather Anchor & Community Ambassador Paul Horton, will take place Thursday, October 23, and Friday, October 24, 2025, at…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona Responds to Report Revealing Gen Z Career Confidence Crisis
Read more: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona Responds to Report Revealing Gen Z Career Confidence CrisisPhoenix, AZ. – September 11, 2025 — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona (BBBS Central Arizona) joins Big Brothers Big Sisters of America in sounding the alarm around a growing crisis among young adults aged 18–25: a striking lack of career confidence and critical access to mentorship. According to the 2025 Youth Mentorship Access…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona Reveals Groundbreaking Research on the Long-Term Impacts of Mentorship
Read more: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona Reveals Groundbreaking Research on the Long-Term Impacts of MentorshipPHOENIX, AZ — August 4, 2025 — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona (BBBSAZ) reveals a groundbreaking study on the transformative power of mentorship in shaping young people’s educational, economic, and social trajectories. Conducted by leading researchers from Harvard University and the U.S. Department of Treasury, this first-of-its-kind study reveals how mentorship programs like…
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Amazon presents: The Miles for Mentorship 5K
Read more: Amazon presents: The Miles for Mentorship 5KBenefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona Saturday, September 27th, 2025 6:00 am to 11:00 am State Farm Stadium ( Arizona Cardinals Stadium)1 Cardinal Way, Glendale, AZ OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!All ages, genders and abilities are welcome! This unique, high-energy, FUN event features unique event shirts and 5K event medals, a fun course with…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona Announces Matthew Manoogian as Incoming Board Chair
Read more: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona Announces Matthew Manoogian as Incoming Board ChairPhoenix, AZ (July 1, 2025) — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona (BBBSAZ) proudly announces that Matthew Manoogian, Co-Founder of Good Company Real Estate, is now serving as Board Chair of the organization’s Board of Directors. A longtime advocate for youth mentorship, Manoogian has been deeply connected to BBBSAZ for over two decades. His…
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IMPACT ON JUVENILE JUSTICE
Read more: IMPACT ON JUVENILE JUSTICEBig Brothers Big Sisters knows that children who avoid interactions with the juvenile justice system – and violence, drugs, and alcohol – are more likely to succeed. That’s why our professional staff members, supporters, families, and advocates support, encourage and champion the relationships between Bigs and Littles. Bigs help teach their Littles right from wrong…
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IMPACT ON EDUCATION
Read more: IMPACT ON EDUCATIONWith the help of our donors, volunteers and partners, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes a Big impact on children’s education. The effect has been confirmed by study after study and can be tracked and monitored using our best-in-class measurement tools. Our landmark study Our impact on education is evident in research conducted by Public/Private Ventures…
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IMPACT ON SELF-CONFIDENCE
Read more: IMPACT ON SELF-CONFIDENCEThink back to when you were young. Who helped you to believe in yourself and what you could accomplish? Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors, donors, families, advocates, and supporters work hard to encourage and support today’s children. When those children believe in themselves and what they can accomplish, they’ll enjoy better relationships with their friends,…
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RESEARCH ON BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS
Read more: RESEARCH ON BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERSPublic/Private Ventures, an independent Philadelphia-based national research organization, looked at over 950 boys and girls from eight Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies across the country selected for their large size and geographic diversity. This study, published in 1995, is widely considered to be foundational to the mentoring field in general and to Big Brothers Big Sisters Community-Based…
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What is the Arizona State Charitable Tax Credit?
Read more: What is the Arizona State Charitable Tax Credit?It takes Little to be Big, which is why the simple act of making your Arizona State Charitable Tax Credit Gift can change the lives of youth in your community! By donating to BBBSAZ, you can receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit on your Arizona state taxes, up to $470 per individual and up to $938…
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Mentor Meet Up Hike
Read more: Mentor Meet Up HikeThere’s no better way to start the day than by immersing ourselves in nature—especially when the weather is this perfect! In February, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona hosted our quarterly Mentor Meet-Up at Piestewa Peak Nature Trail in the Phoenix Mountain Preserve, bringing together dedicated Bigs for a refreshing and inspiring hike. These mentor…
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Big Brother Jeffrey Hunter Honored with 2025 Community Leadership Award.
Read more: Big Brother Jeffrey Hunter Honored with 2025 Community Leadership Award.On Friday March 7, 2025, Big Brother Jeffrey Hunter was recognized with the 2025 Community Leadership Award at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Gila River Indian Community 4th Annual Youth of the Year Banquet at Wild Horse Pass Resort & Casino. Big Brother Jeff is currently matched in our site-based program at the…
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Big Night Out: Platinum Party – Celebrating 70 Years of Impact and Mentorship
Read more: Big Night Out: Platinum Party – Celebrating 70 Years of Impact and MentorshipOn March 7th, 2025, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona hosted an unforgettable evening to mark a remarkable milestone – our 70th Anniversary. The event, Big Night Out: Platinum Party, took place at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa, and it was a celebration of seven decades of mentorship, growth, and community impact. The…
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Bringing Warmth and Smiles: Camelback Subaru & Operation Warm Make a Difference
Read more: Bringing Warmth and Smiles: Camelback Subaru & Operation Warm Make a DifferenceOn February 13, 2024, Camelback Subaru and Operation Warm once again partnered with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona for the second annual event dedicated to bringing warmth, comfort, and joy to families in need. This heartwarming event, held from 5-7 PM, served over 30 families and more than 100 children, providing them with essential jackets to help…
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Little to Staff Match
Read more: Little to Staff MatchKaycee was matched to her Big Sister Andrea in 2001. Kaycee has an older sister who was also being matched at the same time. For Kaycee she realizes everyday how lucky she was to be paired with Andrea as it was a 50/50 chance her older sister could have been paired with Andrea instead. Kaycee’s…
