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Helping Children Overcome Adversity

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee Receives More Than $20,000 From EdFinancial Services

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Friday, June 1) – EdFinancial Services CEO Tony Hollin presented Big Brothers Big Sisters more than $20,000 in support of Bowl For Kids’ Sake 2012. The donation received on behalf of EdFinancial services will positively impact the more than 100 children in East Tennessee who are waiting for... Continue reading

Posted Jun 1, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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BLOODY MARY BRUNCH BENEFITTING BBBS

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Posted May 23, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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A3 GOLF TOURNAMENT FEATURING ERIC BERRY AND BENEFITTING BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS

To learn more about the June 15th tournament, contact Lis Couser (lcouser@bbbsetn.org) or (865) 243-3880. http://a3athletics.com/events/ Continue reading

Posted May 3, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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Interested in meeting some BIG name sports celebrities? Here is your chance... A3 Athletics has selected Big Brothers Big Sisters to benefit from their golf tournament featuring Eric Berry and helping to support Big Brothers Big Sisters One-to-One Mentoring programs. The tournament is shaping up to be an impressive event... Continue reading

Posted May 3, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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Livin' a Little On and Off the Field.

Little in Waiting, Juan talks with Erin Donovan about why he wants a Big Brother. He also showed the camera his soccer skills!! This week on Live a Little we had the pleasure of meeting Juan, a soccer star in the making!! Juan showed us how to perform the perfect... Continue reading

Posted Apr 26, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF EAST TENNESSEE CELEBRATES MORE THAN $180,000 RAISED THROUGH BOWL FOR KIDS' SAKE

The 30th annual Bowl For Kids' Sake held this April was a winning event for the children served by Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee, with the fundraiser bringing in more than $180,000 for the East Tennessee area. Bowl For Kids' Sake, presented by EdFinancial Services, is Big Brothers... Continue reading

Posted Apr 26, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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BIG SIS RHONDA SMITH AND LITTLE SIS DUSTY ARE A FAMILY - KINGSPORT TIMES NEWS

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Posted Apr 25, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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Help Children Like Issac!

Issac is eager to go places and simply have fun. Issac’s guardian wants him to have a positive male role-model to spend time with who can help him grow out of his shell and enjoy life more. With a Big Brother to spend one-on-one time with, Issac can participate in... Continue reading

Posted Apr 17, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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You can support The Knox County School System by...

You can support The Knox County School System by eating breakfast, lunch, and dinner OUT tomorrow! The ninth annual Dine Out For Education event will be held tomorrow throughout Knoxville. Enjoy a meal (or preferably, meals) at any of 41 different restaurants with 84 different Knoxville area locations. Your money... Continue reading

Posted Apr 16, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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Livin' a Little while Cheerin' a Little

This week, Big Brothers Big Sisters took sweet Airiana to the Premier Gym for Live a Little!! She got to play on the balance beam, on the trampolines and even learned how to do a round-off and a handstand with the help of Matt, her personal teacher for the day!!... Continue reading

Posted Apr 10, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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Last Chance to Sign Up for Bowl for Kids' Sake 2012!

Knoxville, Tenn.– Time is running out to register for the 30th Annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake taking place April 11-21! EdFinancial Bowl for Kids’ Sake is the signature fundraising and awareness event for Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee. All funds raised by bowlers directly benefit Big Brothers Big... Continue reading

Posted Apr 5, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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On Easter Sunday, the Easter Bunny will have free cookies at Jersey Mike's Eastman Road with the attached flyer.

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Posted Apr 4, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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Thanks to all who came out to Beef O'Brady's...

Thanks to all who came out to Beef O'Brady's yesterday. Wow! What a crowd. Continue reading

Posted Apr 4, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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THINKING ABOUT VOLUNTEERING? HERE IS REASON NUMBER 1,089; CALL 423-247-3240 TO VOLUNTEER #BBBS

In response to being nominated for the United Way of Kingsport Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast, Big Sister Rhonda Smith responded: I would like to nominate my Litte Sister Dusty for “being an awesome kid”. Dusty is the most amazing kid I know. She is the most kind hearted, loving and caring... Continue reading

Posted Apr 3, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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REMINDER - PLEASE VISIT BEEF O'BRADY'S TODAY TO HELP KIDS

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Posted Apr 3, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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Bowl For Antonio!

Antonio has three siblings matched with Big Brothers Big Sisters and has been waiting for his own. Even though he is the youngest child, his mother describes him as very special and mature for a 6-year-old boy. Antonio is very active and prefers to be outside so he needs a... Continue reading

Posted Apr 2, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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Come out to the Spring Fling Rummage Sale on Saturday 3/31

This saturday on March 31 EdFinancial is hosting a fundraiser event to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters. In addition to the rummage sale, there will be crafts, jewelry, the farmer's market, food and inflatables! Registration is $25 and includes two parking spots. Vendors keep the profit they sell and the... Continue reading

Posted Mar 30, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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BOWL FOR OLIVIA'S SAKE

Below are direct comments a parent said about enrolling her child in BigBrothers BigSisters. This program is so powerful and changes lives. I ♥ my job more and more every day. I hope you consider Bowling for Kids Sake (bowlforkidstoday.org) to help continue to match children like Olivia across East... Continue reading

Posted Mar 29, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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Karli is waiting for a Big Sister!

Karli is wating in line for a Big Sister simply because, "Girls just want to have fun." Karli's mother wants her to have a mentor because she is the youngest out of four children and doesn't get much one on one time. 10-year-old Karli is a smart girly girl, enjoys... Continue reading

Posted Mar 28, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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DUST OFF YOUR BOWLING SHOES AND POLISH THEM UP FOR A GOOD TIME AT HOLIDAY LANES IN JOHNSON CITY THIS THUR, MAR 29 - 3-6PM

VISIT: WWW.BOWLFORKIDSTODAY.ORG AND REGISTER TO GET STARTED!! WE NEED YOUR HELP!! Call Lis Couser at (865) 243-3880 or email lcouser@bbbsetn.org if you have questions. Continue reading

Posted Mar 27, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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UNITED WAY AND BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS PARTNERSHIP IMPROVES EDUCATIONAL SUCCESS RATE FOR HIGH-RISK ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH

WASHINGTON, March 22, 2012—United Way Worldwide and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America have created a partnership to expand evidence-based, one-to-one mentoring programs for elementary and middle school youth in America's highest-risk schools and neighborhoods. The new partnership, which builds on years of work together at the national and local... Continue reading

Posted Mar 23, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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VOLUNTEER TODAY TO START SOMETHING BIG

Are you interested in becoming a Big Brother or Big Sister? The first step is to attend and Orientation and Training session. In this one-hour session you will learn more specific information about being a "Big" and have the opportunity to ask questions about our program and requirements. Please contact... Continue reading

Posted Mar 22, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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DUST OFF YOUR OLD BOWLING SHOES AND COME OUT TO BOWL FOR KIDS' SAKE! www.BowlForKidsTODAY.org

Help kids overcome adversity and come out for a good time! The bowling takes place in April throughout bowling centers in East Tennessee. 1. Go To www.BowlforKidsTODAY.org 2. Register yourself and select the date, time and bowling center. 3. Form a team 4. Raise money -- set your goal high.... Continue reading

Posted Mar 21, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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EDFINANCIAL SPRING FLING

JOIN BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF EAST TENNESSEE AT THE 4TH ANNUAL EDFINANCIAL SPRING FLING! via bigbrothersbigsisters.typepad.com Continue reading

Reblogged Mar 21, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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EDFINANCIAL SPRING FLING

JOIN BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF EAST TENNESSEE AT THE 4TH ANNUAL EDFINANCIAL SPRING FLING! Continue reading

Posted Mar 21, 2012 at Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee's Blog

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