NEWS ROOM
A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
September 2023
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- Big Vic Funk and his Little Dion talk about fishing as their favorite activity and they also have a mess of fish teed up to eat
- Board member and DEI Co-Chair Bill Martin-Chaffee thanks current Bigs shares how you can become a Big
- Lori Kloos, SCTCC President, expresses her excitement about starting a new Bigs on Campus initiative with Sauk Rapids-Rice High School at SCTCC
- ISD 728 Superintendent Dan Bittman shares his endorsement for supporting kids through BBBS as a community member, parent, and education leader
- Big Dave Henkel and his Little Alex demonstrate how easy it is, and how fun it is, to be matched and spend time together
- Big Duane Bryngelson talks about the joy he has watching his Little grow, and that making a difference is very rewarding
- Pierz Superintendent George Weber talks about the key for a child is to have someone checking in with them, making the difference from enjoying school and learning instead of being stressed and worried.
- Gail Cruikshank with Greater St. Cloud Development Corporation states that BBBS plays a critical role with youth to provide mentorship and guidance for our future workforce
- ISD 742 Superintendent Laurie Putnam shares that BBBS is the vital difference for students who need additional support and encouragement
- Big Duo Rachel Schuneman and Yang Koua Lo talk about their joy and fulfillment having their Little Journi in their lives
- Big Laura Hammond shares how she finds time to volunteer
Jackie Johnson
Executive Director
BIG TIMES MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
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What's New

Jackie Johnson Named 2023 SCSU Alumni Service Award Winner
ST. CLOUD, Minn. – Since graduating from St. Cloud State University, Jackie Johnson has dedicated her professional career to serving people in Central Minnesota. This fall, the Big Brothers Big…
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Senator Aric Putnam Named Legislator of the Year by BBBS of Central MN
ST. CLOUD, Minn. – During the 2023 legislative sessions, Senator Aric Putnam played a key…
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Dr. Perian Stavrum Honored with Optimist’s Friend of Youth Award
ST. CLOUD, Minn. – At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota, the board of…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters Kicks Off Back to School Campaign
ST. CLOUD, Minn. – School supplies are on the shelves at stores around the area,…
2023 Federated Challenge® raises a record-breaking $4,012,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters®
The 2023 Federated Challenge raised a record-breaking $4,012,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters, during its…
BBBS Announces Changes to Board, Advisory Council
ST. CLOUD, Minn. – The new fiscal year officially kicked off on July 1, and…
Crew Carwash to Host Annual ‘Crew for Kids’ Fundraiser
ST. CLOUD, Minn. (July 5, 2023) – Crew Carwash, an Indiana-based family business, is partnering…
IN THE NEWS
Putnam Honored by BBBS of Central Minnesota- KNSI, Aug. 29, 2023
Stavrum honored with Friend of Youth Award- St. Joe Newsleader, Aug. 25, 2023
Emmitt Edwards on Aug. 15 Sherburne County Area United Way Podcast - Aug. 15, 2023
Learn About Becoming a Big at Iron Street Tuesday - 98.1 Website, July 31, 2023
Noticing the Impact - Benton County News, July 25, 2023
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota Program Director Honored - KNSI, June 29, 2023
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota Wins National Award - WJON, June 28, 2023
SCTCC, Sauk Rapids-Rice Sign BBBS Agreement - St. Cloud Tech Website, May 26, 2023
Diaz Receives BriAnna Kruzel Memorial Scholarship - The Patriot, May 18, 2023
Dr. Potter Bigs on Campus Celebrates Seven Years in 2023 - St. Cloud State Today, May 10, 2023
Molitor Honored as Statewide Big Brother of the Year - St. Joe Newsleader, April 7, 2023
Several Local People Honored by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota - St. Cloud Live, March 3, 2023
Three St. Cloud Residents Earn Big, Little of the Year Honors - WJON, Feb. 28, 2023
Target Circle Customers Can Support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota - KNSI, Feb. 27, 2023
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Minnesota is recognizing Sartell-St. Stephen High School Bigs - Sartell Newsleader, Feb. 3, 2023
Big Brothers Big Sisters Successful in Holdingford - Morrison County Record, Jan. 13, 2023
Pierz Big Brothers and Sisters Recognized as Part of National Mentor Month - Morrison County Record, Jan. 27, 2023
Bowling for Kids Sake - Patriot News MN, Jan. 31, 2023
Big Brothers Big Sisters Increasing College Presence - KNSI, Dec. 12, 2022
A New BIG Partnership - ISD742 Website, Nov. 7, 2022
BIG Partners Launches to Mentor District 742 Students - KNSI, Nov. 3, 2022
Central MN Big Brothers Big Sisters Gets Big Donation - KNSI, Oct. 26, 2022