Big Brothers Big Sisters of CT – Start Something BIG!

Making a BIG Impact!

83% of former Littles surveyed agree that their Big instilled values and principles that have guided them through life.

We are here to Start Something BIG!

Big Brothers Big Sisters is not your typical organization. We help children realize their potential and build their futures. We nurture children and strengthen communities. And we couldn’t do any of it without you.

Our Children

A Brave Bunch 85% of former Littles surveyed agree their experience influenced them in overcoming adversity or problems with courage.
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Programs

Looking to get involved? Whether you’re interested in donating, volunteering or enrolling your child, Big Brothers Big Sisters offers several types of programs in communities across the country.
Programs

Volunteers & Supporters

What if every child fulfilled their potential? Think how amazing that would be. Now, you can start more Littles on the path to big things.
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Take Pride In Who You Are, Everyday!

June is National Pride Month and is observed in Australia, Canada, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States. It’s a wonderful time to make your voice heard in support of all in the LGBTQIA+ community, and to recognize the impact and contributions those in that community have made locally, nationally, and internationally.

Become A Volunteer

Volunteering to be a mentor is not only fun, it’s a change catalyst. It changes things for the better for the mentor, for the child being mentored, for families, and for the community at large!

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"Changing Children's Lives for the Better, Forever"

01 Jun

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Interview On News 12 Connecticut Addresses The Ongoing Need For Mentoring Volunteers

There is always a need for mentoring volunteers at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut – especially for male volunteers with diverse backgrounds, such......

01 Jun

Andy Fleischmann, President & CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut; Dan Fortes, John M. Clapp Outstanding Big Brother of the Year; and Donte, Dan’s Little Brother

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Outstanding Big Brother of the Year Featured on the popular NBC Connecticut news series, Connecticut in Color

Big Brother Dan Fortes is the recipient of the organization’s 2022 John M. Clapp Outstanding Big Brother of the Year Award – which was......

01 Jun

WTNH news reporter, Sarah Cody; Little Brother Leo; Little Brother Nigel; Little Brother Lawrence and Little Brother Lennox

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Mother of 4 Hartford Boys Receives First Ever Parent Partner Award from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut

This year marks the first time the Parent Partner Award has been presented by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut. It was received by......