Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters Serving Lyon County

08/27/2026

Finances can be complicated, but conversations about money don't have to be! Our latest Life Skills Guide about Financial Literacy is your cheat sheet to talking with Littles about money. 💵

Start the conversation: kansasbigs.org/our-stories/posts/q3-2026-life-skills-guide-now-available-financial-literacy

08/19/2026

Your child will love having a Big for all the fun they'll have together, but the impact goes far beyond the adventures. Ready to start their journey? Enroll today! 🔗 in bio.

08/12/2026

You're invited to Party on the Lawn on Friday, August 21, from 5:00–7:30 PM at ESU Kellogg Circle for an evening of family-friendly fun!

🎶 Live music
🌮 Local food trucks
🎈 Inflatables
🎯 Yard games
✨ Activities for all ages

Best of all? It's FREE and open to the public! Bring your family, invite your friends, and kick off the school year with a fun night in the community.

08/12/2026

✨ Best Friend Energy ✨

The best friendships are built one moment at a time sharing laughs, trying new things, cheering each other on, and simply showing up. That's what mentorship is all about.

Michael and Kanton are the perfect example! Their outings have spanned from exploring board games and card games, playing soccer, going to the zoo, playing with Michael's roommate's puppy in their backyard, hiking local trails, playing mini golfing, and more.

Kanton's mom, Becky, shared, "Michael's amazing - so responsive and communicative. Honestly, it's refreshing. Kanton really looks forward to their time together. It gives him something to be excited about. He always wants to plan the next hangout before they even leave."

Ready to be someone's biggest supporter? Become a Big: kansasbigs.org/be-a-big

08/05/2026

Making a difference doesn't require changing your entire life, it just takes showing up.

As a Big, you'll spend a few hours each month with your Little doing everyday things like grabbing ice cream, shooting hoops, exploring a park, or just talking. Those simple moments build confidence, create lasting memories, and change the trajectory of a child's future.

🔗 kansasbigs.org/be-a-big

07/28/2026

Listen in because Big Brother Chad said it best: there is always time to make a difference. Simple as that!

Men, you have what it takes to be outstanding Bigs. We need you, but most importantly, male youth in our community need you. Visit our website to learn more about being a Big ➡️ kansasbigs.org/be-a-big

07/20/2026

Our matches had the best time at Champions Landing! Thank you all who made this activity possible 👏

07/15/2026

Every youth deserves the skills and confidence to navigate life's next steps.

Through our quarterly Life Skills Guide, Bigs and Littles explore topics like budgeting, communication, self-care, career readiness, healthy relationships, and so much more all through simple conversations and fun activities they can do together.

View all guides here: kansasbigs.org/life-skills-guide

07/10/2026

Money touches almost every part of life, from the groceries in our kitchen to the dreams we have for the future. But for youth in our program, financial literacy may not be something they’ve had much opportunity to learn or talk about. 💵

Check out our full to help your Little build an understanding of money through simple conversations about earning, saving, spending, and making their own choices! ➡️ kansasbigs.org/our-stories/posts/q3-2026-life-skills-guide-now-available-financial-literacy

Money touches almost every part of life, from the groceries in our kitchen to the dreams we have for the future. But for youth in our program, financial literacy may not be something they’ve had much opportunity to learn or talk about. This guide is designed as volume I of Financial Literacy to he...

07/08/2026

📣 CURRENT MATCHES: You're invited to our match event at Champions Landing on July 11 at 10 am!

Join us for a fun morning of disc golf, foot golf, pickleball, and fishing! (Bring your own pickleball or fishing gear if you'd like to participate.) Every participant gets to take home a disc! We'll wrap up with pizza at 11:30 a.m. Water and Gatorade will be provided, and you're welcome to bring your favorite drinks too. We hope to see you there!

RSVP here: bit.ly/lyonmatchevents