Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Florida, California, and Texas, having distributed a total of $26.3 million across 217 grantees in 2024. The organization operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Since 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been matching youth in meaningful, enduring, professionally supported mentoring relationships with adult volunteers who defend their potential and help them achieve their biggest possible futures. Big Brothers Big Sisters' evidence-based approach is designed to create positive youth outcomes, including educational success, avoidance of risky behaviors, higher aspirations, greater confidence, and improved relationships. In the past 10 years, with 243 affiliates in all 50 states, Big Brothers Big Sisters has served nearly 2 million children. Learn how to get involved at bbbs.org.
Cause Areas
1
Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BBBSA CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC
$4.6M
3%
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF SALINA INC
$4.3M
3%
FAMILY SERVICE AGENCY OF DEKALB COUNTY INC
$4.3M
3%
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Total No. of Grants
125
Median 1st year grant
$14.7K
Median 2nd year grant
$39K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America?
No. Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America give?
Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America primarily gives to organizations located in Florida, California, and Texas. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America make each year?
In 2024, Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America awarded about 130 grants, totaling nearly $26.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America fund recently?
In 2024, Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America awarded grants to about 220 grantees. Recent grantees include BBBSA CHARITABLE FOUNDATION INC, BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF SALINA INC, and FAMILY SERVICE AGENCY OF DEKALB COUNTY INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America?
Big Brothers Big Sisters Of America does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.