OUR VALUES
We Believe that...
when every young person has access to a positive mentor, their lives transform for the better, empowering them with a stronger sense of belonging and the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
ACCESS
We provide access to positive mentorship for every young person who needs us.
No matter their background, experiences, circumstances, or needs, we are committed to ensuring every young person has a positive mentor.
We meet young people where they are.
Recognizing and valuing who they are, where they live and how they connect, we create access to resources, people, and opportunities that meet young people where they are.
BELONGING
We create a community that fosters connection.
When young people are a part of Big Brothers Big Sisters, they gain a supportive village and meaningful connections empowering them to reach their full potential.
We safeguard youth and cultivate the trust.
With the support of a caring mentor, youth feel a sense of belonging - connected to who they are, to what community represents, and to where they can go.
We consider safety and well-being to be holistic, including emotional and physical safety, risk reduction, and safe relationships and environments—all core components of youth well-being.
OPPORTUNITY
We empower young people to learn, lead and grow.
Whether in a workplace, a school, or in the community, we empower young people through relationships that give them the confidence and skills to navigate life and thrive.
Meet Our Staff
Madison Richards
Madison Richards
Madison Richards
Community Engagement Specialist
Hardin County
Our Collaboration Board Members
Allen County
Hancock County
Hancock County
- Dr. Mary Iiames - Winebrenner Theological Seminary
- Ms. Julie Norberg - Allen County Juvenile Court (Retired)
- Dr. Aaron Graham - Lange Law Offices
- Mr. Chris Jackson - Bradfield Community Center
- Ms. Erin Hardesty - United Way of Greater Lima
- Ms. Merrit Brunelle - Shawnee Local Schools
- Mr. Matt Christoff - Shawnee Local Schools
- Mr. Shane Coleman - City of Lima
Hancock County
Hancock County
Hancock County
- Dr. Mary Iiames - Winebrenner Theological Seminary
- Dr. Aaron Graham - Lange Law Offices
- Ms. Amy Mendoza - Hancock County Public Defenders' Office
Hardin County
Hardin County
Hardin County
- Mr. Keith Everheart - Hardin County Sheriff
- Mr. Theron Stout - HSLC Bank
- Dr. Aaron Graham - Lange Law Offices
- Ms. Jayma Davis - Retired
- Mr. Dan Robinson - Kenton Times
- Ms. Kathleen Hilty - Retired (Current Big)
- Mr. Ric Johnson - Board Rep
Putnam County
Hardin County
Hardin County
- Ms. Nancy Kline - Ottawa Sentinel (Honarary Member)
- Mr. Jeff Giesige - Community Volunteer
- Ms. Kristen Stall - First National Bank
- Ms. Alicia Naussbaum - Glandorf Elementary School Teacher
- Ms. Holly Recker - Ottawa Fire Department
- Ms. Shayna Booher - Putnam County Juvenile Probation Officer
- Ms. Marcie Osborn - Putnam County Educational Service
- Ms. Nancy Kline - Ottawa Sentinel (Honarary Member)
- Mr. Jeff Giesige - Community Volunteer
- Ms. Kristen Stall - First National Bank
- Ms. Alicia Naussbaum - Glandorf Elementary School Teacher
- Ms. Holly Recker - Ottawa Fire Department
- Ms. Shayna Booher - Putnam County Juvenile Probation Officer
- Ms. Marcie Osborn - Putnam County Educational Service Center
- Ms. Cheryl Schmiesing - Pandora Gilboa School
- Ms. Katie Hartman - Meadows of Kalida
- Mr. Karl Lammers - Board Rep.
- Ms. Kathy Schroeder - Board Rep
- Ms. Jennifer Horstman - Board Rep
Our Offices
BBBS Allen County
BBBS Hardin County
BBBS Hardin County
616 South Collett Street, Suit 103
Lima, OH 45805
419.222.8500
BBBS Hardin County
BBBS Hardin County
BBBS Hardin County
229 North Main Street
Ada, OH 45810
419.222.8500
BBBS Putnam County
BBBS Hardin County
BBBS Putnam County
1800 North Perry Street, Suite 109
Ottawa, OH 45875
419.222.8500
OUR PARTNERS
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