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little aiden & big spencer

Over the four and a half years they have been matched, Little Aiden and Big Spencer have built a strong, fun, and rewarding relationship. Recently, Spencer has been helping Aiden with the return to in-person learning. Aiden’s mother, Monique, has also been a huge support for their match and has shared her insights as part of BBBS of NYC’s Parent Advisory Council.

In 2020, Aiden wrote and published a book entitled Me and My Afro, which focuses on self-love and celebrating your identity. Aiden’s book was highlighted by media outlets and publications, including People magazine, NBC News, and BET. He created a companion coloring book as well as a sequel, Me and My Afro: When I Grow Up. He loves to connect with other children, who are enjoying seeing themselves represented in his books!

Our work is made possible through our community. BBBS of NYC ignites potential in our City’s youth in partnership with our community and network of support. Learn how you can get involved today.

bigSpencer(left)and littleAiden(right)

To learn more about getting involved, email getinvolved @ bigsnyc.org

BECOME A BIG Weserveyouthinallfiveboroughs,with help of our Bigs. Bigs volunteer eight hours a month to connect with their Littles and share impactful experiences that bring the youth one step closer to achieving their S.M.A.R.T. goals.

DONATE By making a donation, you are supporting our mentor matches, providing academic support enrichment for our Littles, comprehensive screenings for potential Bigs, and continued volunteeroutreachandrecruitmenteffortsto connect more mentors to NYC youth.

BECOME A CORPORATE PARTNER Bringthepowerofmentoringtoyouroffice through BBBS of NYC’s Workplace Mentoring Program. Join the 65+ corporations that partner with us to create and support impactful mentoring relationships.

JOIN AN AFFINITY GROUP BBBSofNYCaffinitygroupsservetoexpand our outreach to targeted communities. Big Pride, Bigs United, Latino Bigs, the Asian Mentoring Committee, and the Young Professionals Committee play a huge role in supporting our organization’s initiatives, as wellasrecruitmentandfundraisingefforts.

frontcover: BigNzingha(right)and LittleValerie(left)

backcover,topto bottom: BigKristie(right)and LittleEliana(left) BigLester(left)and LittleAjani(right) BigDanielle(left)and LittleGabby(right)