You never know what you’ll see at the BBBS golf event. But if previous 19 golf events prove anything — it’s that you’ll see a bevy of friendly competition, plenty of great food/refreshments, and a whole lot of FUN! Is there a better excuse to start off your weekend early? We think not.

June was indeed a busy month for staff here at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Berks County, including participation in the Stop the Violence Showcase on June 18th. Presented by Healing Hearts-Berks/RIZE, the “I Am Original” Stop the Violence Showcase featured Guest Speakers Eddie Moran (Mayor, City of Reading), Dr. Movita Johnson-Harrell, and Hip Hop Educator/Historian Queen Michelle. Program Administrator Bethany Redmond-Baez and Casework Manager Janet Ortiz were there as well!

Preparations for the 2022 Jason Claudfelter Golf Invitational are underway, and this is a landmark year as we celebrate our 20th golf tournament. We are hoping to see upwards of 100 golfers or more at Willow Hollow Golf Course on Friday, August 19th. Registration is from 12 noon to 12:45 pm with a “shotgun” start at 1 pm.

Meet Little Sister Scarlette, our June 2022 Little of the Month! Scarlette is a 13-year-old from Reading who would like to be a pre-school teacher or an Artist. She would benefit greatly from having a positive, out-going role model in her life to stand with her to defend her potential.

Last year, the team from EnerSys golfed their way to a championship on the links. Will it be a repeat this year or will another team get their names engraved on the coveted BBBS Golf Invitational Cup? That is the question!

The United Way’s ELU (Emerging Leaders Union) joined our Littles and Bigs in helping to beautify the grounds around our agency last night. They were planting, mulching, and more. Sounds like a lot of work, but there were smiles all around — and, of course, there was the Pizza Party are all the work was done.

Former Board member and current Building Committee member Jason Hornberger of Orrstown Bank stopped by the agency today in a BIG way. In this case, it’s a BIG check!

Introducing our May 2022 Little of the Month…Hunter! Hunter is a 13-year-old from Kutztown who is looking to be matched with a Big Sister. He is interested in plants, crystals, and volleyball. Hunter also enjoys hanging out with friends.

The 40th Annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake raised more than $53,000 (and counting), and we thank ALL who stepped up to help us DEFEND POTENTIAL by participating in this event.

The 40th Annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake raised more than $53,000 (and counting), and we thank ALL who stepped up to help us DEFEND POTENTIAL by participating in this event.

Our 40th annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake can’t come to a close without finding out who walks away with all of those awesome prizes. And the winners are…..?

Diane Garay — representing the Jarett Yoder Memorial Fund — stopped by the agency today to present us with a $2,500 check. The funds are proceeds from the Jarett Yoder Memorial Fund Virtual 6k.

The bowling may be over, but there’s still more on the horizon for the 40th Annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake — sponsored by Tompkins Community Bank!

Day #1 of the 40th Annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake is done, and what a day it was!

The 2022 BFKS T-shirts have arrived! Check it out…the black t-shirt with BBBS green lettering!

Come out for some food, fun, and more at the 40th Annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake! There is still plenty of room for YOU and your team of friends, co-workers, family, etc.

We need YOU, because we need teams!

Day #1 of the 40th Annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake is just two weeks away! We still have room on April 19th at Hiester Lanes in Reading. That weekend, BFKS moves to Berks Lanes in Sinking Spring — and again, we have plenty of room for teams, teams, and more teams!

Did you ever wonder who benefits from our annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake? That’s easy to answer…just look at our April 2022 Match of the Month. Little Sister Anjella and Big Sister Josie have the honor of being our longest running match for our SMART program at Conrad Weiser School District.

Meet Little Alaina, our March 2022 Little of the Month! Little Alaina is a 15-year-old in Reading who wants to be a lawyer when she grows up. She would benefit greatly from having a positive, out-going role model in her life to stand with her to defend her potential.

Seeking all of your superhero teams out there! The 40th Annual Bowl For Kids’ Sake — sponsored by Tompkins VIST Bank — is on the horizon, and we need YOU to join us with your super friends, family, co-workers, colleagues, etc.