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60 Bigs in 60 Days

On January 1, 2023, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine (BBBSSM) launched our biggest and most ambitious campaign yet in an effort to recruit more mentors in Southern Maine, especially men. 60 Bigs in 60 Days will be instrumental in...

BBBS Month BIG Impact Challenge

Mentorship is more than simple trips to the park, a sporting event, or coffee runs – it creates a lifelong impact for both Big and Little. In seemingly small moments of connection, our Bigs are helping pave the way for positive long-term...

BBBS of Southern Maine Honored with 2021 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Quality Award

The agency is recognized for outstanding team leadership in providing one-to-one mentoring programming for local youth. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine (BBBSSM) has been recognized as a 2021 Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA) Quality Award Winner....

June Newsletter

Check out the latest news, upcoming events, and other announcements in our BBBSSM June Newsletter!

March Newsletter

Check out the latest news, upcoming events, and other announcements in our BBBSSM March Newsletter!

December Newsletter

Check out the latest news, upcoming events, and other announcements in our BBBSSM December Newsletter!

FAMILIES AS PARTNERS

Parents and guardians are not just part of the process, they're part of the success. We believe, like you, that every child can benefit from having another positive role model in their life. Data shows that children in our programs...

For Students Ages 7-17

It’s All About You! It starts with the right role model- a friend in your corner that supports you in this ever-changing world. Are you interested in meeting with someone who you can shoot ideas off, go on adventures with...

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine Receives $25K for Kids Grant

Androscoggin Bank’s MainStreet Foundation is investing in potential and helping youth facing adversity in Cumberland and York Counties reach their biggest possible futures. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine (BBBSSM) is proud to announce they have been chosen as...

What is BBBSSM?

When you hear Big Brothers Big Sisters where does your mind immediately go? It's probably the Boys & Girls Club...you know that place where kids can hang out after school or on school vacation to have adult supervision. The Boys...

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