Thank you so much for visiting my fundraising page!

It has been almost 2 years now that I have been the Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator for Big Brothers Big Sisters.  I always knew this was a great program and was proud to be a part of it but it wasn't until I got matched with my Little Sister that I really saw the impact  that the match has on both the child and the volunteer.  She is a very amazing and energetic 15 year old that always tells me, "We make a perfect match."  

It is a great position to be in as the Recruitment Coordinator to see so many great volunteers come through our program with a passion for volunteering and for making a difference.  These volunteers are those who nurture and inspire the children in our community through positive life experiences that will stay with them forever.  Last year our agency served 1400 children but there are still many more children waiting for a Big Brother, Big Sister, Big Couple, Big Family, or Big Grandparent.

I will be participating in this year’s Bowl for Kids Sake.  Please help me help the kids waiting to be matched with a "Big"  by pledging your support.  Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure.  It is also the most efficient way to support our fund-raising efforts.  Our organization does not charge for services, therefore fund-raising events like Bowl for Kids' Sake provide us with significant financial support to continue our mission.

Who was your mentor?  What impact did they make on your life?  You can be that mentor and give back to a child in need.  All it takes is 1 or 2 hours a week and you can turn a child's life around and have fun at the same time!  Please contact me at atoppe@bbbscentralmn.org or 320-258-4538 for more information! :)

On behalf of the children in our programs, thank you for your support -- and please don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate or even become a "Big"!