We encourage all "Bigs" to consider printing this newsletter
to share with their “Littles” if they do not receive it electronically.
Inspiration Award Winners
The Big Event
Poker Tournament Recap
Marcia Hodges named CEO
Calendar of Events
Match Anniversaries
BBBSBA Staff
BBBSBA’s largest annual fundraiser, The BIG Event 2009 Dinner & Auction, will be taking place on Thursday, April 2 at the Palace Hotel in San Francisco. One of the features of this annual gala is the presentation of the INSPIRATION AWARD to two featured matches whose relationships stand as symbols of the positive impacts and lasting friendships that take place through our mentoring programs. This year, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area is proud to announce the 2009 Inspiration Award recipients: Big Brother Matt Frederick/Little Brother Trinidad and Big Sister Dawn Kruger/Little Sister Olivia.
Matt and Trinidad's Story
Trinidad was just 6 years old when he was introduced to his Big Brother, Matt. He was ecstatic about getting a Big Brother from the beginning and they hit it off very early on in their relationship. They would meet up every week and do all kinds of activities together, with early favorites being riding bikes, playing T-Ball and going to 49ers games together. Even when Matt moved out of state for a 6-month period, they still maintained their close relationship. Trinidad would regularly receive postcards in the mail and emails from his Big Brother, so that as soon as Matt moved back to San Francisco, they picked up right where they left off, meeting every week and becoming more like brothers every day. After more than 6 years of being matched and withstanding the tests of time and distance, their bond is stronger than ever. And according to Trinidad’s mom, the two are more than just a good match. She proudly attests that “Matt is part of the family.” Dawn and Olivia’s Story
Some may know Dawn as the Program Manager for BBBSBA, but may not have realized that she initially began her association with the agency in 2001 when she became a Big Sister to Olivia. Over the past 7 years of their relationship, Dawn has been there to provide support and be a friend in good times and bad. On a typical outing, they will bond over reading celebrity magazines in a book store or sharing their plans for the future over dinner at a restaurant. Their restaurant dinners may have fueled Olivia’s interest in becoming a future chef and Dawn has been there for her to provide guidance and support for this career choice, encouraging Olivia to visit different culinary schools in the Bay Area. Dawn has watched Olivia grow into the mature young lady she is today, and continues to encourage her Little Sister to achieve her future goals.Congratulations to both matches for reaching such a milestone in their relationship. If you would like to hear more about Matt, Trinidad, Dawn and Olivia, join us for the 3rd Annual BIG Event where they will take the stage to share their stories. (See Information Below)
Thursday, April 2, 2009
The Palace Hotel, 2 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
Cocktail Reception - 5:30 pm, Dinner Program - 7:00 pm, Dress: Business Attire
Join hundreds of Bay Area philanthropists, community leaders and corporate supporters who gather at this annual event to celebrate the inspirational mentoring relationships of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area.
The BIG Event Features:
* Cocktail & Hors D'oeuvre Reception
* Fabulous Silent & Live Auctions! (click here for preview of items)
* Gourmet Dinner & Wine
* Salute to our Inspirational Matches
* Sponsor Recognition
* An unforgettable night of inspiration and service to the community
Event Tickets - Early Bird Special! Two-for-One Offer!
2 tickets for $250 if purchased by March 1, 2009! Click Here to Purchase Seats
Sponsorship Information:
* Presenting Sponsor - $25,000
(Two tables of 8 seats, A/V recognition, logo on website/collateral, 16 raffle tickets)
* Benefactor - $10,000
(One Table of 8 seats, A/V recognition, logo on website/collateral, 8 raffle tickets)
* Partner - $5,000
(One Table of 8 seats, A/V recognition, logo on website/collateral, 4 raffle tickets)
* Patron - $2,500
(One Table of 8 seats - A/V recognition, logo on website/collateral)
* Friend - $1,500(4 seats - A/V recognition, name on collateral, logo on website)
Each sponsorship package includes A/V, print and website recognition and provides the opportunity for a "Big" and "Little" match to be able to attend the event. Sponsors will receive a profile and photo of the match they have hosted, plus a framed award to commemorate their support.
Click Here to Purchase Sponsor Tables
Deadline for sponsor registration is March 15, 2009.
For more information contact Joanne Gold at 415-503-4396 or e-mail jgold@bbbsba.org.
Once again the kids were the big winners at the Third Annual Lucky Chances Texas Hold ‘em Benefit Poker Tournament benefiting BBBSBA, held January 24, 2009 at Lucky Chances Casino in Colma.
Participants included past tournament winners, BBBSBA board members, and current Big Brothers and Big Sisters (without their Littles in tow, of course).
Despite the difficult economic environment the tournament grossed over $15,000 for BBBSBA, and many of the winners, including tournament champion Marc Cimmet (pictured at left) donated some or all of their winnings back to the organization.
Many thanks again to Lucky Chances Casino in Colma for their kind donation of the time and resources that made this event a success.
Poker photos courtesy of James Everett Mueller - www.PHOTOJAMES.com
Congratulations to the new moms on the BBBSBA staff! Pictured above are the triplets (Conrad, Annabelle and Maggie) born to Dawn Kruger on Dec. 27, 2008 and baby boy Sam born to Jane Kurz on Nov. 17
As you may have seen in last month’s newsletter, Marcia Hodges assumed CEO duties at BBBSBA effective January 5, 2009.
Marcia brings with her a wealth of nonprofit knowledge, leadership, experience with youth development…and a unique history: from 1983 – 1998, Marcia served as Executive Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of the East Bay (prior to the consolidation of the three Bay Area BBBS chapters to form BBBSBA). In her fifteen years at BBBS East Bay, Marcia earned a stellar reputation as an exceptionally capable and committed leader who brought tremendous passion and energy to the agency. She left BBBS 10 years ago to pursue expanded leadership roles with other environmental and youth-focused non-profits, including her most recent position as Chief Operating Officer for the YMCA of the East Bay.
Marcia’s direct and comprehensive experience with Big Brothers Big Sister, her passion for the work, and her demonstrated qualities of leadership will serve the organization well in the coming years. The staff and board of BBBSBA are thrilled to welcome her to the team – and we hope you will feel free to join us in welcoming Marcia to the agency! She can be e-mailed directly at mhodges@bbbsba.org and is looking forward to hearing from you.
April 2nd
The Big Event Dinner Auction
The Palace Hotel, San Francisco
Two-for-One ticket offer ends March 1
Click here to more information
April 11th
BBBSBA Day at Jamba Juice
All South Bay locations
Details coming soon…
March 21st
MCOP Training
San Francisco Office
10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
For more information, call your Match Support Specialist or contact BBBSBA at 415-503-4050.
alphabetized by Big’s last name
Tracy. J & Sierra M.
8 Years
Sarah O. & Jaquette M.
David S. & Ryan W.
7 Years
Andrea B. & Crystal G.
6 Years
Alexis K. & Kennisha G.
Amanda K. & DaShawn W.
Stacey R. & Keyana B.
Laine C. & Dajervu T.
Stephen L. & Anthony R.
Elaine L. & Jordan R.
Stacy M. & Melissa S.
Sadie R. & Allexya P.
Max S. & Rocco R.
3 Years
Jennifer A. & Esther D.
Sheila C. & Tina H.
Alica H. & JaiAnna J.
Yumaira M. & Jocelyn A.
Kojo M. & Kennan W.
Nancy T. & Vanessa F.
Dennis A. & Chazorae B.
Cheryl B. & Bianca G.
Diori J. & Tyisha S.
Thomas M. & Shaquan J.
Craig M. & Patrick C.
Danielle N. & Dee'Avain B.
Kelli R. & Krystal D.
Sarah S. & Andie H.
Stephanie S. & Secret S.
James S. & Davies Z.
Cesar V. & Joseph M.
Russell W. & Luis V.
Houri A. & Mikayla H.
Gary C. & Jake O.
Anthony D. & Christopher F.
Sabine G. & Tajanee E.
Kirsten H. & Nataly S.
Abby H. & Jamaria W.
George H. & David R.
Nicholas L. & Lorenzo R.
Adolfo L. & John O.
Pagie M. & Adrian Z.
Andrew M. & Michael L.
Michael P. & Joseph R.
Kacey R. & Marina C.
Eric S. & Farhaan A.
Scott S. & Tyrone Y.
McKinley T. & James B.
Lindsey W. & Jennifer M.
Camille Y. & Onesty H.
Marcia Hodges, CEO
415-503-4050
Coatlicue Ettling, Finance Manager
Joanne Gold, Chief Development Officer
Danielle Hoffman, Grants Manager
Stephanie Jacques, Partnership Coordinator
Jane Kurz, Development Director
Rick Ohren, Data Communications Specialist
Victoria Perera, Match Support
Narges Zohoury, Enrollment & Match
Milpitas Office
Dawn Kruger, Program Manager
Priscilla Marquez, Match Support
Patricia Melgoza, Match Support
Nicole Olson, Match Support
Rosa Revuelta, Match Support
Dolores SantaCruz, Customer Relations
Anthony Spivey, Program Coordinator
Jessica Wright, Site Coordinator
Mandi Baughman, Match Support
Daniel Cavaliaye, Program Manager
Jenny Peck, Enrollment & Match
Lindsay Goldsmith, Program Coordinator
Hadley Salz, Match Support
Stacie Schlenker, Match Support
BBBSBA Board of Directors
Terry Lee, President
Milton Balbuena, Contango Capital
Matthew Behan, KPMG
Joyce Champion, The Clorox Company
Tom DeJonghe
Robin Dilworth, The Permanente Federation
Katherine Fraser, D.M.H.
Jeff Grube, Paul Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLP
Nina Hatvany
Josetta Jones, Chevron Corporation
Lesley Mbogo, IBM
Sonia Parekh, PRG Schultz
Paul Penney, Cypress Fund
Van Tran, Delaware Investments