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BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF THE CENTRAL UPPER PENINSULA
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WHO WE ARE

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Upper Peninsula (BBBSCUP), is a mentoring organization that creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Working within the communities of the Central Upper Peninsula since 1969, BBBSCUP has effectively inspired change in the lives of thousands through impactful mentoring programs and meaningful relationships that defend and ignite today’s youth to reach their full potential.  We currently have active matches in Marquette, Alger, Delta, and Dickinson Counties including a service footprint reaching Schoolcraft and Menominee Counties. 

By placing a caring adult in the life of a child, BBBSCUP creates safe, high-quality, long-lasting mentoring relationships that help youth beat the odds and reach their full potential through personal and academic achievement. Professionally supported by our staff, road-maps for success are developed in concert with parents, children, and mentors.  

​More than 100 years later, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America remains true to our founder’s vision of bringing allies and defenders into the lives of children. Today, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America currently operates in all 50 states and in 12 countries around the world! 

OUR IMPACT

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 Impact on Young People

Research shows that our programs have a positive impact on young people.

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Impact on Self-Confidence

One-on-one attention from a caring adult role model is a key part of developing self-confidence, and research shows that Bigs help Littles feel more confident in several areas.

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Impact on Education

Evidence shows that being matched through Big Brothers Big Sisters can make a big difference in how a child performs in school and how he or she feels about school in general.

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Impact on Juvenile Justice

Many children get swept up into what their peers are doing, but research shows that having another caring adult on their side helps Littles make good decisions and avoid risky behaviors.

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THIS IS THE CAPITAL 

The capital is a letterform that tells our story. The story of an organization that creates connections that matter. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Upper Peninsula.

When the “B” is used alone, we call it The Capital. It is a powerful symbol of the real-life match that creates a whole greater than the sum of its parts.
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LOWERCASE B

This idea represents the story of a Little and their parents or guardians aligning with our organization to build momentum toward reaching their full potential. The elements of the lowercase b stand as a powerful symbol but do not tell the complete story.
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COMPLETE THE B​

With the addition of Bigs, the equal parts create meaningful intersection. As the upper piece of the B is added, the relationship balances and becomes stronger and bigger.

Contact Us

Feel free to give us a call during office hours, or send us a message using our contact form. We aim to respond to all queries from our site within 24 hours. ​

Address

97 S. Fourth Street
Suite D
​Ishpeming, MI 49849

​Phone

Office: (906) 475-7801

Hours

Monday - Friday 
​8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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  • About Us
    • Meet our Team
    • Our Values
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    • Other Programs >
      • High School Bigs
      • Big Futures
      • LGBTQ+ Youth Mentoring
  • Be Big Now
    • Enrollment & Matching Process
    • FAQs
    • Current Bigs >
      • Big Deals
      • Match Activities
      • Resources
      • Child Safety
  • Enroll a Child
    • Enrollment & Matching Process
    • FAQs
    • Youth Safety & Well-Being
  • Donate
  • Events
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