About Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee
Making a BIG impact in LITTLEs’ lives.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee has been transforming the lives of children since 1970. We are a member agency of the oldest and largest youth mentoring organization in the United States, consisting of more than 350 agencies nationwide.
Our vision is that all children achieve their full potential.
Our mission is to create and professionally support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of East Tennessee youth.
Years of Service
Active Matches
Ready To Be Matched Littles
Amount Needed Per Match
Mentoring Works
Mentoring works and the statistics back it up. Littles involved in our program are more likely to:
Why Mentor?
Mentor 2.0 Match, Big Sister Paula and Little Sister Lexus
Mentoring is important because, “not only would you be helping a young adult better prepare for the future and help him/her increase their chance of future success, you get the opportunity to show them they are valued and important. To see the impact that has on them is very touching and leaves you gaining much more than you could ever expect.”- Big Sister Paula
Latest news
Want to catch up on whats been happening lately? Take a look at the latest.
College and Career Fair Media Release Announcement
NEW UPDATES FROM BBBS-ETN KNOXVILLE, TN (January 28, 2021) BBBS-ETN COLLEGE AND CAREER FAIR, PRESENTED BY ARCONIC World’s Fair Amphitheater (outdoors), with virtual options available Thursday, May 6, 2021 [Event: 4:30p.m. – 6:30p.m. | Panel: 5:15p.m. – 5:45p.m.] Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee is thrilled to announce its 2021 College and Career Fair,
Reading to Learn Amerigroup Media Release Announcement
NEW UPDATES FROM BBBS-ETN KNOXVILLE, TN (February 2, 2021) BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF EAST TENNESSEE LAUNCHES READING TO LEARN PROGRAM WITH AMERIGROUP Literacy initiative will serve youth in Anderson, Blount, Knox, and Sevier Counties. Big Brothers Big Sisters of East Tennessee (BBBS-ETN) has launched a Reading to Learn (R2L) program in January, aimed at
2Gen Media Release Announcement
NEW UPDATES FROM BBBS-ETN KNOXVILLE, TN (January 25, 2021) TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES ANNOUNCES $1 MILLION IN GRANTS TO AREA BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS AFFILIATES Grant dollars will serve the needs of parents and their children across East Tennessee. The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) has awarded a $1 million grant to Big
2020 Holiday Party
NEW UPDATES FROM BBBS-ETN KNOXVILLE, TN (November 20, 2020) Our annual Holiday Party is on! Please read the full details below as many details have changed and please note that RSVPs are required. Inquire with your Match Support Specialist for RSVP link. Before we go into the fun stuff (presents, food, crafts, etc.), I do
Cold-weather COVID Update for Bigs
NEW UPDATES FROM BBBS-ETN KNOXVILLE, TN (November 19, 2020) I hope you are doing well and staying safe! Let me start by saying “Thank you!” to each of you! So many of you have kept mentoring your Little during these crazy times, and we appreciate you so much. The volunteer spirit has remained strong even
License Plate Artist Call
NEW UPDATES FROM BBBS-ETN KNOXVILLE, TN (October 8, 2020) The Big Brothers Big Sisters Tennessee State Association is calling on professional artists to create artwork for a new license plate. All proposals should be emailed to BigLittlePlates@TennesseeBig.org by Friday, Nov. 13. The selected artist will receive a $1,000 honorarium, as well as significant, ongoing recognition
