The power of community was on full display this July as Crew Carwash customers helped raise more than $268,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies across the Midwest during the company's annual Crew for Kids fundraiser. As a result, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago will receive more than $19,000 to support life-changing mentoring relationships for local young people.
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Chicago is built on connection—and in 2025, mentorship showed its power. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metropolitan Chicago grew 37%, serving 1,935 young people through expanded programs, deeper relationships, and bold innovation. Dive into our 2025 Annual Report to see how we’re building a stronger city, one match at a time.
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Our 2024 Annual Report is live—highlighting a year of remarkable growth, powerful mentorship, and community-driven impact. With over 71,600 hours of mentorship and $5.6M+ invested in our mission, BBBSChi is entering 2025 stronger than ever. Thanks to our incredible village of Bigs, donors, volunteers, and families, we're now averaging two new matches every day. Dive into the stories, stats, and moments that made 2024 unforgettable.
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Rooted in 30 years of data, the study provides evidence of greater enrollment in higher education, increased salaries, reduced dependency on social services, and improved behavioral outcomes for mentored youth.
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For so many of our matches, cooking or baking is what first brought them together. It’s a part of shared milestones, conversations, and traditions. For Little Sister Makayla and her Big Sister Anna, baking means a chance for quality time to share traditions and inspiration for what comes next.
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