Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast

For more than 50 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast has been connecting young people with caring adult mentors who help them see what’s possible and believe in who they can become.

We serve children across a 10-county region, many of whom are facing real challenges at home, in school, or in their communities. What they need is simple, but powerful: someone in their corner. Someone to listen, encourage, and show up.

That’s what we do.

Through one-to-one mentoring and supportive programs, we help ignite confidence, strengthen resilience, and open doors to brighter futures. The impact is lasting, not just for the child, but for families, workplaces, and the community as a whole.

If you are a parent or guardian and feel your child could benefit from having a trusted mentor, we invite you to connect with us. Our team walks alongside families every step of the way to ensure each match is safe, supportive, and meaningful.

It takes individuals, businesses, and community partners coming together to make this work possible.

You can be part of it.

Enroll a Child

Become a Big and mentor a child.

Make a gift to support a match.

Sponsor or attend an event.

Provide an in-kind service or resource that helps us grow our reach.

However you choose to get involved, you are helping to create opportunity where it’s needed most.

Because when we come together, youth don’t just get by, they thrive.

And that changes everything.

We have offices in North and South County to serve our community. 

Let’s Talk!  Kirsten Pedersen at kpedersen@bbbssun.org or call, 941-266-4843