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Our
Mission
"The Big
Brothers Big Sisters mission is to help children reach their
potential through professionally supported, one-to-one
relationships with measurable impact."
What are the
impacts?
National
independent statistics show that children involved in a
one-to-one community match are:
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46% less likely to begin using drugs
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55 % less likely to skip school
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33% less likely to have violent
confrontation
93% of youth served
in our after school program show improved self confidence,
social competency, and caring qualities in school and at
home.
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Board
of Directors
Ed
Heine President
Diane
Beck
Vice-President
Greg
Malone
Treasurer
Kate
Joyce
Secretary
Mike
Callaghan
Member
Jennifer
Ellis
Member
Lisa
Gallagher
Member
Leslie
Halligan
Member
Scott
Johnson
Member
Dave
McAlpin
Member
Dave McKay Member
Malin Stearns Johnson Member _______________________
Danette Rector Chief Executive
Officer
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40 Years
of Changing Children's Lives- Board President, Ed
Heine
Dear friends of
Big Brothers Big Sisters of
Missoula,
Welcome to our
new e-mail newsletter! We have designed this newsletter
with you in mind, to keep you informed of our match
activities, our successes and at times, our
needs. Big Brothers Big Sisters of
Missoula has been making a positive impact in children's lives for 40 years.
When children have a caring adult in their lives, they
have someone to confide in and look up to; as a result
they do better in school and at home. They believe in
themselves, because
their Big Brother or Big Sister believes in
them. Thank you to all
of you for believing in the program and caring about the
future of the children in the Missoula
community.
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It was a folfing,
rafting, biking, softball,
Summer!
This summer,
community matches were able to attend many fun and
exciting events. In June, 34 matches joined us for
a rafting trip on the scenic Blackfoot river. In
July, matches were treated to a pre-game BBQ and an
action packed game between the Missoula Osprey and the
Billings Mustangs. For the August match activity
we went back to Playfair Park for a behind the scenes
look and were able to play a game on the Osprey's
field. On September 16th we partnered
with the Zootown Flyers for instructional lessons and a
round of Folf at the Pattee Canyon Folf course.
Summer was also
an exciting time for Site-based matches as they were
given the opportunity to participate in a weekly match
outing. We started the summer off with a tour of
the Smokejumper facility where matches were able to see
what it takes to become a Smokejumper. During the
summer we organized two scenic hikes and a bike
ride. Other activities included Folfing at Blue
Mountain, canoeing at Frenchtown pond, and a delicious
tour of the Peas Farm. The summer was capped off
with a day at Splash Montana!
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Match of
the Month!
Kyle's
enormous smile and excitement filled the room over three
and a half years ago when he first met Nate.
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| Kyle & Nate |
That
enthusiasm remains today as they continue to strengthen
their friendship through a variety of outdoor
activities. During their first winter together, Nate
introduced Kyle to snowboarding. Thanks to Nate, Kyle is
now a seasoned veteran. They have also enjoyed many
trips down the river in kayaks, canoes, and rafts and
the occasional hiking, rock climbing, and biking
excursion.
During
the past year Nate has embraced and encouraged Kyle's
graffiti-style artistic talents by providing a safe and
legal "canvas" in and around his own woodworking shop.
The experience has been remarkable for both. Nate is
enjoying watching Kyle grow up right before his eyes.
Would you like to begin your own journey as a
mentor? Call and speak to any of our match support
specialist: 721-2380.
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Mortgage Debt
Retirement Initiative - We're buying our home!
Over the past
year we've been running a "Retire our Mortgage Debt
Initiative", the goal is to free up much needed funds.
Thank you to founding board member Larry Riley and
past board member Chris Newbold for spearheading this
effort. We have raised over $90,000 in pledges! We're
now more than half way to our goal of $175,000.
Thank you to all
in the community who have donated to this campaign.
For more info
on the campaign, please call the office and speak
to Danette: 721-2380
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