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Big Brother, PaulLittle Brother, DominicMatched in 2015
2016annual report
CREATINGLIFE-CHANGINGFRIENDSHIPS.
THE NEXT 40 YEARS...03 Achievem
ents & Trustees
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ission, Vision & Board
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tom Stanczyk, PresidentRockwell CollinsJo Foster, V. PresidentOhnward BankShelley Sweet, SecretaryCedar Rapids Bank& Trust
Rob Kane, TreasurerClifton Larson AllenJill BreitbachAlliant EnergyDee CrozierNixon ElementaryMatt DotyGreatAmericaFinancial Services Co.
Lois DoughertyWells FargoTravis FellRSM US LLPRyan GrekoffMercyCare CommunityPhysicians Inc.
Damon HinesRockwell CollinsJoel KasparekUS BankChris LoftusSimmons PerrineMoyer Bergman
Justin McDonaldUnityPoint HealthSt. Luke’s
Travis PeknyHy-VeeJeanine PenticoffAlliant EnergyPaul RuffaloRuffalo Noel LevitzKristen ShafferShuttleworth & IngersollLesley VossenkemperRuffalo Noel Levitz
Linda HeneckePresident & CEO688children
served
Al Ruffalo, ChairmanRuffalo Noel Levitz
John Rodriguez, V. ChairmanCedar Rapids Bank& Trust
Jon BancksAnderson Groupat Morgan Stanley
Bill BarnesLimoLinkMary BrobstMercy Medical CenterChuck BurgmeierRetiredSuzy DeWolfLil’ Drug StoreProducts, Inc.
Dave DrownGibbs, Lamb, DrownJim HaddadHaddad Consulting ServicesKathy HallKirkwood FoundationDuane JasperDestinations UnlimitedKevin JasperhibuNancy KasparekUS BankChris LindellGuaranty BankMike MoranJanda Motor ServicesGreg O’ConnellCoolidge ElementaryColleen SovaUnited FireKent StatlerRockwell CollinsMark ThoenyAmerican ProfolTed TownsendUnityPoint Health, St. Luke’sKim WilkersonWilkerson Consulting
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
MissionProvide children facing adversity
with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1:1
relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.
Vision
All children achieve success in life & aspire to their full potential.
In 2015, the agency celebrated 40 years of mentoring. We kicked off a new strategic plan
to help us develop stronger outcomes for youth through 2017.
Mentoring is even more important this year as our community experienced an increase in gun violence that impacted the lives of youth. Guns and disputes have become more prevalent, increasing the need for each child to have more trusted adults in their lives. A mentor can model positive relationships, encourage accountability, discuss ways to stay safe and be a listening ear to support for those children in our community who may be at risk.
Mentoring is growing in importance as a way for children to build resiliency in the face of trauma. Last summer, our staff received training on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). ACEs research shows the impact of childhood trauma and the affect it has on brain development. The most common ACEs are economic hardship and parental divorce or separation. We discovered that many youth enrolling in our program have moderate or high risks from ACEs (see page 4). Mentoring is a key strategy to build resilience.
Please renew your commitment to creating life-changing friendships and help meet the significant needs of our children. Your support through donations, mentoring and sharing our story is needed. Thank you!
Warm wishes,
Accomplishments• Achieved 3% growth in children served, reaching 688 • Received the Quality Award from BBBS of America for the 5th
consecutive year• Celebrated the class of 2016 which had 16 seniors and 94%
finishing high school on time!
QualityAward2011
WINNER
QualityAward2012
WINNER
QualityAward2013
WINNER
QualityAward2014
WINNER
QualityAward2015
WINNER
matched 8 years
Nico &Nicky Stansell
We have had a great experience being matched through Big Brothers Big Sisters,” says Nicky.“
“Nicky is so nice and listens to me when I need her the most,” says Nico, a recent 2016 High School graduate.
Information about ACEsAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic events that can have negative, lasting effects on health and well-being. The more adverse experiences in childhood, the greater the likelihood of developmental delays and later health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, substance abuse and depression.
Resiliency is key!Building resiliency in children is the best way to address ACEs. The agency intends to educate parents and mentors about ACEs. We’ll help youth develop coping strategies, positive self-esteem and other factors shown to reduce trauma’s damage. Children who develop supportive, responsive relationships with caring adults can more easily overcomethe effects of constant stress and adversity.
Want to learn more? Take the ACEs quiz (it’s just 10 questions): Your ACE ScoreFor more information about ACEs visit: ACEs in Iowa
04 Our Matches
05 Our Matches
When Little Brother Jimmy was 3 yrs. old, his father passed away. For years, it was just his mom raising him, and his sisters. When he was 8 yrs old, his mom decided to sign him up for Big Brothers Big Sisters so Jimmy could have a male role model. Jimmy was excited as he really wanted a male figure he could look up to, have fun with and teach him cool stuff!
Jimmy received a couples match and met Big Brother Jim and Big Sister Cathy. He then met his Big Brother, Jim & Big Sister, Cathy. He felt a good connection since they were matched based on similar interests The three of them grew close through activities like sharing meals, boating and playing the Wii. They even built not one, but two mailboxes together!
Jimmy’s mom re-married and a few years later Jimmy’s step-dad suffered a minor stroke. Jimmy said Jim & Cathy were by his side regularly to support him:
“My mom had to be at the hospital for many weeks so Jim & Cathy would take me to dinner and then to the hospital to visit my family; all because they cared so much about me.”
“A Big is not just some grown up that parents find to do stuff with their kid because they don’t want to, instead it’s a way to fill a hole in a child’s life. For me, it was my father who could not be there for me, even if he’d wanted to be.”
Adverse Childhood Experiences
JIMMY’SJOURNEY
demonstrated educational
success
89%
92%
91%
reduced risky behavior
improved socio-emotional
competency
SOURCE: 2015 Youth Outcomes Survey
Our ImpactReported By Littles:
What is our agency seeing?With 103 youth who have enrolled since last fall,we are seeing statistics similar to those reported nationally.
Jim, Jimmy & Cathy recently celebrated 7 years of being matched together!
“Sharing my life with Jim & Cathy is great! I’ve had so many new life experiences because of them. They are like family!” - Jimmy
What is our agency doing with ACEs?Big Brothers Big Sisters is learning more about ACEs in order to better address the needs of children we serve. Starting last fall, each child enrolled in the program is given an ACE score based on information collected during enrollment. The score corresponds to a risk level: low, moderate, high. A moderate or high ACEs score places the child at a higher risk for health and social problems. With the ACEs score, Enrollment and Matching Specialists can develop goals tailored to best support the match.
Low Risk (0-1)
Moderate Risk (2-3)
High Risk (4+)
06 Financials & Events
Gridiron BashJoin us for our 5th annual tailgating party! Get a unique view of Kinnick Stadium from within its Press Box while you cheer on the Iowa Hawkeyes taking on Penn State. This away game will be projected on the big screens. Tailgate buffet, beer/wine & soda INCLUDED.
Bowl For Kids’ Sake Our signature fundraising event in February brings together 2,200 community members for a bowling party, which directly benefits our program by raising over $330,000 annually.
Big Magic BreakfastOur annual event in April is designed to convey the long-term impact of our program on the lives of youth. The event brings together 300 guests to hear directly from those impacted by the program, like Jimmy.
TOTAL REVENUE: $982,054TOTAL EXPENSES: $987,132NET INCOME: -$5,078
FinancialsREVENUEJuly 1, 2015- June 30, 2016
$487,148
$195,000
$151,693
$84,651
$63,562
Events
United Way
Grants
Individuals
Corporations
EXPENSESJuly 1, 2015 -
June 30, 2016
Staffing 79%
Agency Services 10%
Facilities & Equipment 7%
Fundraising 3%
National Dues 1%Events
99% of income stays in our local
community
07 Be A Big
100+KIDS WAITING
Choose How to Help:
Volunteer to Create Life-Changing Friendships with Big Brothers Big Sisters. The program is rewarding & allows you to share your interests with a child, while building a friendship. Learn more at BeABigCR.org or call 319.377.8993
BUY TICKETS: beabigcr.org/gridironbash
PENNSTATE
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$60VS IOWAHAWKEYES
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KINNICK STADIUMPRESS BOX
NOV. 5TH DOORS OPEN:5:30PM
MALE MENTORS NEEDED
COUPLES
FAMILY MATCHES
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08 Our Graduates
09 Alumni
Did you know...we had25,500 hrs of service from
volunteers in 2015 Hi, I’m Mary VanHorn and I was matched for 11 years with my Big Sister, Ann Oleson. Growing up was tougher for me than most kids. My family had little income and no form of transportation, which left me walking everywhere.
In 2001, when I was in 3rd grade, I was blessed to be matched with Ann. In the beginning, I was shy and didn’t know what to think. Ann was nice and very talkative, but as time went on I was able to talk to her about almost anything. Ann taught me many things, including the notion that I’m better than C’s and D’s; if
I worked and tried hard enough, I would succeed. She encouraged me to enjoy life now while I’m young!
In 2011, I graduated from Jefferson High School with 3 awards: Math Scholar, Science Scholar and 360 Credits (which is above and beyond the credits needed to graduate). This year, I graduated from The University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Athletic Training. I am the first one in my entire family to ever attend a university!
Because of Ann’s presence in my life, she helped me get to where I am today. She has always been there, pushing me to do my best and to never give up. She had to nag me at times to get better grades and get things in on time (like college and scholarship applications). Whenever I need her she is always just a phone call away.”
A LITTLEPERSPECTIVE
Big Sister, AnnLittle Sister, Mary
*Recipient of one of the scholarships:Legacy of Learning, Daybreak Rotary | Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Scholarship
Art Christofferson Memorial Fund
Danielle Fahnle & MaryScott Triggs & Jordan*Michael Sabers & Nathan*Kara Weise & Holly*Sarah Harken & Takaysha*Marcy Pennington & DejaSally Miller & DestinieNicky Stansell & NicoSteve Carpenter & JeremyMike Gary & Tavion*Ann Overton & AshleyJohn Dessert & JoshCarol Lensing & RileyVelga Easker & AalyahJoEllen Page & DelaneyMike Becker & Howard
MatchGraduates
345677888991010111212
YearsMatched
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“I will always keep in touchwith Ann like she’s my family because if you ask me, she is. ”
ATTENTIONALUMNI!Former Bigs, Littles, Parents and Board MembersDid you participate in Big Brothers Big Sisters in the past? It’s time to reconnect and share your story! We’ve created alumni shirts and we’d love to hear from you, as we have from Erin.
Email: [email protected] Subject: AlumniAlumni Erin Discoll:In 2005, I was a sophomore in college and looking to give back to the community. I found Big Brothers Big Sisters and was fortunate to be matched with an amazing Little Sister, Latasha. Not only was she only 5 years younger than me, but we happened to live in the same neighborhood! We spent the next eleven months getting to know one another, bonding, and building a friendship that, unbeknownst to me at the time, would outlast distance, years, and milestones.
Less than a year into the match, I transferred schools and moved an hour north. Our match came to an end, but our friendship did not. We continued to keep in touch, sporadic at times, through the years via email and social media.
Fast forward eleven years, to 2016. My “Little” sister had grown into this beautiful woman and was preparing to marry the love of her life. Not only did I have the privilege of sharing Latasha’s special day with her, but I was honored to officiate her wedding! At the ceremony, Latasha’s father personally thanked me for being there for Latasha during and after the program, and asked that I be included in the family photos. What he may not realize is that Latasha had just as big of an impact on my life as I had on hers.
So, thank you, Big Brothers Big Sisters. Our story is proof that the relationships created through your organization can last years beyond your program. Proof that even a few hours a month spent together can leave memories that last a lifetime. Proof that what you do for the community truly works.
“What he may not realize is that Latasha had just as big of an impact on my life as I had on hers.”
Erin & Latasha
10 Donations
11 Donations2016 Contributions
Annual Fund
Donors$1,000- $9,999Aegon Transamerica Foundation Steve & Mary Beth AllsopAmerican ProfolJulia BartachekBreakfast of ChampionsRandal & Mary BrobstKevin & Kari BrunsCargill Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust Cedar Rapids OB Gyn Specialists PCTerri ChristoffersenClimate Engineers Converge ConsultingCrescent-Janko Masonic Foundation Scott & Cathy DahmDaybreak Rotary John & Darci DorflerNate & Ruthie DunnJoel & Judy EckmanFarmers State BankGAP FoundationGeneral MillsGenex CooperativeRob & Tracy GettemyGreatAmerica Financial Services Corp.
The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Cunningham Family FundThe Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Diamond V Mills Fund The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Lil’ Drug Store Products Fund The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Van Meter Foundation Sheila Hahnhibu Jared & Carol Hills Foundation ImOn Communications LLC Janda Motor ServicesKevin & Courtney JasperKen & Ginni KolekLinn County Board of Supervisors Witwer TrustMark & Deanna LongLynch FordMercy Medical CenterJared & Dawn MinkoffMorgan Stanley and Jon & Debbie BancksM & W ManufacturingNordstromPepsiCo Foundation
Dick PilcherQuaker OatsMichelle RainsRex Realty CompanyRockwell Collins Charitable Corporation Rockwell Collins Retiree VolunteersRohde Family FoundationRuffalo Noel LevitzSika Corporation Gary & Lori SkalaSkogman Realty Co.Debi SmithSolon Andreas Foundation Tom & Amy StanczykKent & Julie StatlerLarry & Lisa TeBockhorstThomas L. Cardella & AssociatesToyota Financial Services TrueNorth Companies UFGUniversity of Iowa Community Credit Union U.S. Bank U.S. Bank FoundationWells Fargo Foundation Western Fraternal LifeMyron & Esther Wilson
$100,000+United Way of East Central Iowa
$25,000- $99,999The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Gerald T. & Karen J. Knox Fund
$10,000- $24,999Alliant Energy Foundation Archer Daniels Midland CompanyGeneral Mills FoundationThe Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation GreatAmerica Financial Services FundThe Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Linn County FundThe Seattle FoundationBill & Rocki ShepardSchimberg Company
Jerry & Melissa TrcaWells FargoWinslow House Care CenterMark & Laurie Zaiger
$250- $499Keith AbelNicole AkkadJim & Christine AngstmanBrandon BatesCindy BathgateKevin & Deb BeckerTom & Kelly BelinBerganKDVLuke & Melissa BishopGreg BoehneAmber BradleyBonnie BrewerTom BurkeHeather CardisCedar Rapids MarriottJoe & Dee CrozierPat & Carol DeignanKen & Lynn DeKockFrank & Dona DitriMatt & Kate EvansThe Ex Club of Cedar Rapids Scott & Jennie FisherSean & Hayley FosterMike & Molly GannonThe GazetteKatie GoodRyan & Jill GrekoffGreenawalt Family FundMark GuetzkoTom & Rachel HaleySam HammesKrisin HannemanLynn HarmanDavid HarrisHighway Equipment CompanyDan HinzAmy HoganTodd & Jennifer HusmannLuke HuynhGreg & Michelle JohnsonKirk KaalbergDonald Keenan Memorial FundSteve & Jane KellyJames & Barb KleinRoger & Erin KoehnMike LawsonLil’ Drug Store Products Inc. Thomas & Cheryl LloydRobert & Becky LoydCandyce LymanAaron & Debra MaueKevin & Rebecca McCarvilleMitch McElreeBrooke McLaughlinRichard Mersch M.D.Metco Credit UnionKatie MillerPaul MorrisNovak Design Group PLCNXT BankBrian & Kate O’Brien-MayOhnward Bank & TrustAnn OlesonScott & Jan OverlandDave & Anne ParmleySteve & Melanie PolleyRandy & Lisa RamloJeremy & Melanie RichertJohnie & Joan RobertsJohn & Lorene RodriguezJim & Janice Russell
Kristen ShafferBill & Sue ShanklinAl & Marcia SimonDerrick SindtStamats Communications Inc.Nicky StansellDale VennerJeff & Lesley VossenkemperLewis & Kathy VyrostekTim WalkerWalmartDan & Linda WestbrookBarry WhiteDonna WieditzDale Wulf
In-Kind Gifts$2500+Cedar Rapids Bowling Center Cedar Rapids MarriottEduCare Learning CenterThe Gazette ImOn CommunicationsKCRG-TV 9 Show You Care Keith MayT & M Services Inc.Townsquare Media
$250- $2,499ADM AirFX Trampoline ParkAllegraJenn BleilThe Book HouseBuresh Party & Special EventsDJ & Geri CarpenterCedar Rapids Country ClubCasey’s Charities Cedar Rapids KernelsCopeland EyecareKelly CreightonDiamond Limousines Tim Dwight FoundationEclypse Entertainment General Mills Griffith Ballard & Co.Hands In HarmonyMike HughesHy-Vee Food Stores Marion-East Cedar Rapids Rotary Club McGrath Automotive GroupMercy Medical CenterJerry MerrittMidwest Athletic ClubMidwest Metal Products Need PizzaNorthwestern Mutual - The Zach GroupOrchestra IowaPark Cedar RapidsPearsonProject LinusQuaker Oats Ryan CompaniesNola SchroederSecond Story Promotions 7GCharlotte Smith Sparkling Image Car WashSteve & Deb Streff Super Target NEThe Sweet Life Cookies & MoreTexas Roadhouse U.S. BankVeridian Credit Union
Agency Operations Endowment FundPlease consider a gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters endowment fund at The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. Your gift may be eligible for Endow Iowa tax credits and will create long-term sustainable resources for the agency. Jim & Sara Sauter
Thank You! We apologize if we have listed your name incorrectly or have omitted your name. Please contact us so we may correct our error. Thank you for your support.
Dream Makers $12,000 for 5 yearsChris & Suzy DeWolf
Match Makers $1,200 for 5 yearsAmerican Escrow Inc.Tom & Sarah AndersonApache Inc.Jon & Debbie BancksBill & Katie BarnesMike & Jenny BeckerRobert BeckerBenchmark Inc.Richard BiceScott & Karen BohrDerek & Cindy BrownChuck & Paula BurgmeierLoren & Patricia CoppockBryan & Lori CosterJoe & Dee CrozierDW Screw Machine ProductsEduCare Learning CenterThe ESCO GroupJosh & Heather Gerber
Tim & Jessica QuinnRandy & Lisa RamloJohn & Lorene RodriguezRSH LegalAl & Martha RuffaloPaul & Hillary RuffaloJoe Schemmel & Kim AshJD & Susann SchlotterbackSimmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC Duane & Laura SmithSparkling Image Car WashDenise Stanard & Darren MegrewTom & Amy StanczykSteve & Deb StreffSurgery Center Cedar RapidsKen & Cathy TerukinaRuss & Pam WeberBrian & Kristin WhiteWilkerson Consulting GroupM. Frank Wilson
Big Magic Society
Nick & Kay GloeClaude & Mary GreinerRon & Denise HarrimanMike & Megan HeaterLarry & Jan HellingLinda HeneckeEvan & Julie HuppRob & Barb KaneJoel & Nancy KasparekBob KucharskiDick & Carol LensingCurt & Debbie LiscumKent MattisonJW Morton & AssociatesRuss & Marsha Nieland Matt Novak & Jo LilledahlGreg O’ConnellPam OldhamAnn Oleson & Mary Van HornDoug & Melanie OlsonChuck & Mary Ann Peters
Magic Makers $6,000 for 5 yearsDuane & Anne JasperLimoLink Inc. Kent & Julie Statler
We give special thanksto these donors who
have pledged ongoing operating support.
Donate to BBBS to help serve youth, clickor scan:
$500- $999Advanced Cleaning SystemsAmerican Financial ServicesApache Inc.Bankers TrustBenchmark Inc.Blair HouseBohr, Dahm, Greif & Associates PC Scott & Karen BohrBradley & Riley PCDan & Lisa BreitbachWilliam BrockmannDerek & Cindy BrownTim & Lisa CarsonRob & Kathy CookJesse & Cassie CostiganDave & Jayne DeCosteMatt Doty & Dana LarsonTess DuckettAndy EnrightEvergreen Packaging Josh & Heather GerberGiving Tree TheaterJeff GoedkenMay G. Gortner Charitable TrustT.L. Gowin & Company Inc. Grass Lawn ServiceBob & Kelly HaagJim & JoEllen HaddadDebbie HahnHall & Hall EngineersJeff & Lisa HendersonHills Bank & Trust Company Holmes MurphyDon HowardRichard & Ellen HullSalma IgramScott & Nicole KallemeynKansas City Toyota Dealers AssociationJoe & Carolyn KirbyDoug & Sheila KirkKlein Educational SystemsSusan & Greg KnightTravis LerchChris & Jane LindellLinn Area Credit UnionChris & Britta LoftusDan & Donna LynchLarry MaddoxChris & Brittony MartinMount Vernon Community Chest Nations Roof Central LLCSteve & Linda NelsonMichelle NiermannMaricela PenaJody PencePhelan’s InteriorsTom & Christine PientokDale PinnowTerry Pitts & Kathy HallPoint Builders LLCDonald & Lorelei RedfernRevolution Realty TeamJeff & Ann RiersonRSM US LLPTracy & Annette SankotEd & Joan SchafferJoe Schemmel & Kim AshShuttleworth & IngersollChuck & Colleen SovaDave & Kathy TaylorTechniCom, Inc. Ted & Cathy Townsend
Special thanks to United Way of East
Central Iowa
12 Hall of Fame & Staff
President & CEOLinda HeneckeOperations DirectorKatie GrandgeorgeProgram SupervisorsErin KoehnKrystin MittanProgram SpecialistsNicole McAlexanderMatch Support SpecialistsJamie KuehlTaryn MeekerSarah MusilEmily MysakAleah PohlmannTrina RoosEnrollment & MatchingSpecialistStephanie HartsonKathy LambMatch Support InternRobin HoffmanMarketing ManagerNick HofmeyerCommunity Outreach SpecialistMichael HallerDevelopment OfficerMelanie RichertDevelopment SpecialistBekah RoudabushOperations SpecialistSally Miller
Our StaffHALL OF FAME
Mike Fields & CharlieAdam Carros & CaidenCallie Borders & JanetTye Male & BryceJoan Copper & TameraBrian Globokar & CadenCharisma Wickham & AutumnDan Holterhaus & Kho’LeceCory & Renee Chandler & ZealKeith Kraeplin & ReeceJoan Minney & JarronMichael Alt & Tre’Vossia Chrystal Kerr & Anna
Cheryl Adams & ElizabethBrian Smith & SheaJudy Huebsch & AbagayleLinsdey Greenzweig & AlleesandraSam Hammes & TrevorNichole Clayton & MadisenAlyse Dreher & MotyaJane Lindemann & KingTracey Thomas & MayseaDan Dreher & NoahErin Gehant & GibrilTodd Kramer & PatrickAdam Digmann & Dionte
Jamie Wilson & NoahMichael Sabers & NathanKelly Ortiz & CaitlynKevin Fox & BillyNoelle Wittkop & IsabelShelley Sweet & TrinityEric Stafford & HezekiahShawnacy Rohwedder & M’KenzieJennifer & Chris Doble & RyanJo Foster & AlexVirginia & Sara Petrzelka & MakaylaBobbi Miller & DayshaSteve Miller & Anton
Gerald & Dory Dilger & TayzhaMaureen Gossard & Alexandria
Velga Easker & AalyahLinda Singelstad & Mariah
Mike Becker & Howard
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BeABigCR.org 319.377.89933150 E Ave NW Ste. 103Cedar Rapids, IA 52405
Thank YouPrint Donor: Mercy Medical Center
Assembly: Pearson
2015-2016
of Cedar Rapids& East Central Iowa
