ABOUT US
BIGGER TOGETHER
It is our vision that all youth achieve their full potential.
Since the 1950s, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound has operated under the belief that inherent in each of us is incredible potential and that good mentorship is the key to unlocking that potential. As Washington’s largest donor- and volunteer-supported mentoring organization, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and young people (“Littles”).
Our Mission: To create and support 1-to-1 mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound’s work is centered on principles of justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and believe all young people should have access to caring, supportive mentors who are trained in cultural competence. We welcome youth and mentors of all races, religions, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
We believe our community is #BIGGERTOGETHER
OUR IMPACT
Many of our kids face overwhelming challenges that often derail their futures. Youth in our programs who have been matched with a mentor for a year or more are doing better in school, have higher self-esteem and have stronger relationships with their family and friends.
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Seniors Graduated from High School in 2022
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Increased Expectations for Their Future Beyond High School
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
Alonda Williams
President & CEO
Monique Dubose
Regional Director of Tacoma, Pierce, Kitsap
Gena Divine
Chief Development Officer
Caila F. Nickerson, MSW
Chief Programs & Impact Officer
Marsh Kellegrew
Chief Operating & Finance Officer
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Pat Ogawa – Chair
Deloitte Digital
Peter Fonfara – Vice Chair
Seattle Seahawks
Brian Hayden – Secretary
Flinn Ferguson Corporate Real Estate
Stephen McKay – Treasurer
Karr Tuttle Campbell
Gavin Bartlett, Corporate Partnerships
KPMG
Catherine Captain, Marketing / PR
Pfizer
Kevin Conklin, Tacoma Advisory Council
Columbia Bank
Brian Hayden, Fund Development
Flinn Ferguson Corporate Real Estate
Stephen McKay, Finance
Karr Tuttle Campbell
Dan Rosales, Governance
MassMutual Northwest
Gina Williams, Programs
Puget Sound Energy
Amazon
Maria Carbullido
Sound Community Bank
Kevin Carothers
Starbucks Coffee Company
Faye R. Chess
Seattle Municipal Courts
Kevin Conklin
Umpqua Bank (Tacoma)
Damon Daniels
Siemens Healthineers
Jennifer Durcan Andrews
Superior Court of Pierce County
Dana Ferestien
Alaska National Insurance Company
Lockton Companies
Noah Fletcher
West Monroe Partners
Peter Fonfara
Seattle Seahawks
Sarah Kaler
Parcion Private Wealth
Lionel Lee
Google
Stephen Lozano
Vitaes
Maurice James
T-Mobile
Bobby Moore
Microsoft
Bryce Phillips
evo
John Quirk
Providence
Shakisha Ross
Puget Sound Energy
Serena Sayani
Stokes Lawrence
Lisa Smith
WE Communications
Kelly Souza
Wells Fargo
CAREERS
At Big Brothers Big Sisters, we’re always looking for talented, dedicated people who believe in the power of role models to change the life of a child for the better, forever.
We are committed to a diverse workforce with representation from every walk of life. We recognize how our organization is greatly enhanced when we unite people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Job applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. To apply: Please email a resume and cover letter to jobs@bbbsps.org with the position title in the subject line.
CURRENT OPENINGS:
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound acknowledges that we operate on the unceded, traditional land of the Coast Salish Peoples, specifically the first people of Seattle, the Duwamish People, the Muckleshoot People, and the Puyallup Tribe, original stewards of the land, past and present. We honor with gratitude the land itself and the Duwamish, Muckleshoot, and Puyallup Tribes.
FINANCIALS
Our goal is to be efficient while providing high-quality mentoring to children facing adversity in our community. We recognize the importance of transparency and accountability for all our donors.
Our most recent Annual Report, financial audit and IRS documents are available for your review below, and we welcome any questions you may have.
The federal tax ID number for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound is 91-0673185.