Help Our Team Attend the BBBS National Conference

The National Big Brothers Big Sisters Conference is taking place in Philadelphia this summer and we would love to attend as a team! You can support this professional development opportunity with a donation today.

Help us raise $2,500

The National Big Brothers Big Sisters Conference is held in a different city each year, and this year it happens to be right in our backyard in Philadelphia! Typically we can only afford to send one person from our staff to the conference, but since the conference is an easy drive away we are hoping to be able to offer our entire staff the opportunity to attend.

Help is needed to cover registration fees and lodging for our team to attend the National Conference in June where we'll receive training on new programming opportunities, program enhancements, recruitment ideas, fundraising help and leadership training.  


>> $250 of $2,500 raised so far <<

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SAMPLE OF CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS

POWER OF CONNECTION AGENCY SHOWCASE

Power of Connection Agency Showcase 

Join us for engaging sessions where BBBS agencies from across the country will share innovative ideas, time-tested strategies, and actionable takeaways that can be applied in your own community in the areas of Board Governance, Programs, Philanthropy & Fundraising, Marketing & Communications, and Leadership & Workplace Culture. This session will explore best practices, lessons learned, and emerging trends on themes that directly relate to network success.

These interactive sessions provide an opportunity to hear firsthand from agencies that have successfully navigated challenges and implemented effective solutions. Whether you are looking for fresh ideas or proven strategies, these sessions will offer valuable insights and the chance to connect with peers. Join us on Thursday afternoon to learn, exchange ideas, and build relationships with colleagues from across the country. 

THE ROLE OF ADVOCACY & STATE FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

The Role of Advocacy & State Funding Opportunities

Join this session to learn how agencies are driving resources at the state level.  We will define advocacy and then learn how a number of states or commonwealths were successful being awarded state monies. 

TURNING DATA INTO DOLLARS: USING IMPACT INSIGHTS TO FUEL FUNDRAISING & MARKETING

Turning Data into Dollars: Using Impact Insights to Fuel Fundraising & Marketing

Turn numbers into powerful stories that inspire donors, rally partners, and elevate BBBS in your community. We’ll break down the economic impact of mentoring and show you how to use it to fundraise recruit volunteers, and craft messaging that sticks.

GROUP MENTORING IN ACTION: LESSONS FROM INNOVATOR SITES

Group Mentoring in Action: Lessons from Innovator Sites

This workshop will showcase how group mentoring has been successfully implemented at several BBBS agency Innovator Sites – Chicago, Philadelphia, East Tennessee, Pittsburgh, Central Arizona, Eastern Missouri, Eastern Massachusetts, Heart of Georgia, Southwest and Michigan - over the past school year, using the BBBS Metro Atlanta Embedded In-School model. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how this approach works in a variety of agency sizes and community contexts—how it’s structured, what contributes to its success, and the positive outcomes seen so far. Through real-world examples and shared experiences, we’ll explore the benefits of this model and offer practical insights for agencies already running group mentoring or considering adding it to their programming menu.

LEVERAGING RESEARCH TO ENHANCE PROGRAMMING AND DEEPEN YOUTH IMPACT

Leveraging Research to Enhance Programming and Deepen Youth Impact

Discover how 3 BBBS agencies leverage the Search Institute’s research-based, youth development frameworks to utilize data for evaluating impact, enhancing programming, and driving stronger youth outcomes and mentoring success.