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Story from our Big Brothers Big Sisters program

by Eddy Luce | Jan 10, 2025 | News and Information

One of our “Littles,” Josiah, is a fan of the Buffalo Bills. During the Field Day event, he asked a BBBS staff member if they would buy tickets to a Bills game. He was told that it was probably unlikely. However, once our Big Brothers Big Sisters staff learned about Josiah’s wish, they decided to make it come true!

The staff worked together to fulfill Josiah’s dream. Two tickets were donated for Josiah and his Big, Anthony, who attended the Buffalo Bills game on December 22nd.

The team decided to keep the surprise a secret from Josiah for as long as possible. Once he found out, he was incredibly excited. Josiah was thrilled and smiled all day at the game!

Holidays in Central Square: BBBS Program

by Eddy Luce | Dec 17, 2024 | News and Information

This week in our PEACE, Inc. Big Brothers Big Sisters program, the kids made holiday crafts, enjoyed snacks, and received PEACE, Inc. BBBS hoodies as gifts!

We currently have 28 bigs and 22 littles in the program there and our senior match manager Erin Daino says that she has a handful more of each looking to join in.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Program hosted a “Ladies’ Day”

by Eddy Luce | Dec 4, 2024 | News and Information

Our Big Brothers Big Sisters Program hosted a “Ladies’ Day” at the Dewitt Library on Saturday, November 16th! This special event brought together big sisters, little sisters, and parents for a day of fun and connection. The first half of the event featured a variety of interactive brunch-making stations, where everyone got to create their own delicious treats! Afterward, participants enjoyed crafting holiday ornaments to take home!

Paint with a Twist at Big Brothers Big Sister

by peaceinc | Jan 18, 2024 | News and Information

As National Mentoring Month comes to a close, we at PEACE, Inc. Big Brothers Big Sisters are inspired by the vibrant colors and beaming smiles that filled our annual “Paint with a Twist” event. This joyous gathering brought together young and old from across the community, transforming them from mentors and apprentices into budding Picassos and Pollocks for one afternoon.

More than just creating art, “Painting with a Twist” was a celebration of connection, reminding us that mentoring is a canvas where the colors of guidance, support, and friendship blend beautifully. As we look back at these photographs, we see not only the artistic endeavors, but also the seeds of confidence, self-expression, and lifelong friendships.

National Mentoring Month extends the impact of these connections beyond a single afternoon. Thank you to all the young and old who contributed their hearts and creativity to “Painting with a Twist”. Not only have you created stunning works of art, but you have also painted a better future for yourself and your communities.

We encourage you to participate in mentoring beyond the month. Visit the Big Brothers Big Sisters website https://www.peace-caa.org/bbbs/ to learn more about how you can become a Big or a Little and help create your own mentoring masterpiece.

Let’s keep the colors of connection bright, not just in January, but all year long!

School-based program sessions at Roxboro Rd. Elementary and Roberts

by peaceinc | Nov 16, 2023 | News and Information

Check out these photos of our school-based program sessions at Roxboro Rd. Elementary (CNS Bigs) and Roberts (Corcoran Bigs)! It’s always inspiring to see our bigs and littles getting creative and having a blast during our program sessions.

Taste of Syracuse – PEACE, Inc. BBBS

by peaceinc | Jun 4, 2023 | News and Information

We’d like to thank our friends at Taste Of Syracuse, The Summit Federal Credit Union, and Tops Friendly Markets for a wonderful weekend of food, fun, and sponsorship for PEACE, Inc.’s Big Brothers Big Sisters Program. It was a great time, and we can’t wait until next year!