{"id":446418,"date":"2026-11-03T20:18:09","date_gmt":"2026-11-03T20:18:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/446418\/"},"modified":"2026-11-03T20:18:09","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T20:18:09","slug":"big-brothers-big-sisters-of-broward-county-launches-share-the-season-holiday-giving-campaign","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/446418\/","title":{"rendered":"Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County Launches Share the Season Holiday Giving Campaign"},"content":{"rendered":"

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A LITTLE gift can make a BIG difference this holiday season and beyond. From November 2 to December 31, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County (BBBS Broward) is running their annual Share the Season giving campaign to help ensure children and families enrolled in their mentorship program feel supported, celebrated and cared for.<\/p>\n

\u201cDuring this season of gratitude, we\u2019re thankful for a community that believes in the power and promise of young people,\u201d said Malena Mendez, President & CEO of BBBS Broward. \u201cTogether, we\u2019re creating brighter holidays and brighter futures.\u201d<\/p>\n

$25 provides a gift for one child
$50 provides gifts for two children in the same family
$100 provides a meal for a family of four
$150 provides a meal for a family of six
Donors may also enter a custom amount. Gifts of all giving levels are appreciated.<\/p>\n

Additionally, Littles enrolled in BBBS Broward who attend various fun, festive events\u2014Harvest of Thanks, Frosty Festivities ice skating outing at Baptist Health IcePlex or during an exclusive shopping experience with their Big or guardian at Macy\u2019s stores in Coral Square Mall, Broward Mall or The Galleria\u2014will each receive one $50 gift card this holiday season.<\/p>\n

The tax-deductible donations are not restricted to the Share the Season campaign. Remaining funds after all meals, gifts and gift cards are distributed will be used to support mentoring programs year-round.<\/p>\n

Share the joy. Create BIGGER futures for kids. Go to bbbsbroward.org\/share-the-season\/<\/a> to donate to Share the Season.<\/p>\n

About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County
For more than 50 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County (BBBS Broward) has empowered young people to achieve their full potential through life-changing mentoring relationships. By connecting youth with caring adult mentors and providing access to critical resources and support services, BBBS Broward helps build self-confidence, foster emotional well-being, encourage academic success and prepare young people for bright and productive futures.<\/p>\n

Guided by its mission to ignite the power and promise of youth, BBBS Broward continues to be recognized as a leader within the mentoring field. The organization received Big Brothers Big Sisters of America\u2019s 2025 Growth Award in recognition of its excellence in programming and significant year-over-year growth in the number of mentoring matches served.<\/p>\n

In 2026, BBBS Broward and Henderson Behavioral Health were honored with the Outstanding Healthcare Collaboration Award at the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Healthcare Awards for their innovative wellness counseling partnership within the Little Steps, Big Strides program. This collaborative initiative expands access to wellbeing support for youth and families, helping participants build resilience and thrive both personally and academically.<\/p>\n

Support BBBS Broward with the purchase of a specialty Florida license plate<\/a>. For more information and to learn about volunteer opportunities, visit bbbsbroward.org<\/a>, subscribe to the monthly newsletter<\/a> and follow them on Facebook<\/a>, Instagram<\/a> and LinkedIn<\/a>.<\/p>\n


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