ORGANIZATION Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities POSITION Chief Executive Officer BRIEF Ballinger
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ORGANIZATION Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities POSITION Chief Executive Officer BRIEF Ballinger Leafblad is pleased to conduct a retained executive search for CEO at Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities in Minneapolis, Minnesota. www.ballingerleafblad.com ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW For 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities has has created and supported mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. During the last century, almost half a million Twin Cities young people have had their lives changed through Big Brothers Big Sisters. Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) has done this by creating meaningful, purposeful, relationships between adult volunteers and children in the Twin Cities. Nearly 90% of the youth served come from low-income households, and three-quarters are from non-two-parent households. It has never been more vital to break the cycle of poverty in Minnesota and provide equal access to opportunities. The organization is part of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, the most respected mentoring organization in the world, serving youth in all 50 states and 12 countries. BBBS Twin Cities consistently ranks as one of the highest-performing Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies in the country and the largest and oldest mentoring agency in the region, serving the Twin Cities metro 2019 region, including Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington counties. AT A GLANCE The agency's committed staff of over 45 professionals recently moved to a new facility in North Minneapolis, more conveniently located to many of the children and families they serve. 89% 664 3,730 High School Graduation New Matches Youth Served Rate 2 ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW, cont. 2018-2022 STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities has a strong history Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities celebrated its 100-year and existing infrastructure which has contributed to the anniversary in 2020. In order to meet the changing needs of the organization's success: Twin Cities region, the organization has outlined five strategic • 100 years of igniting, empowering and defending the power of priorities to guide its growth and success: youth in the Twin Cities -- with over 3,750 young people served Goal 1: Impact more youth. every year, and growing BBBS will grow its mentoring and youth development programs • A consistent Top 10% ranking within over 250 Big Brothers Big by expanding beyond 1:1 relationships to include the variety of Sisters agencies nationwide life skills young people need to overcome adversity, succeed • A leading partner in mentoring, known for solutions and academically and reach their full potentials. proven outcomes in addressing challenges affecting youth • Over 45 passionate professional staff Goal 2: Help volunteers grow. • Dedicated board of directors By enhancing volunteer training and personal growth • The most tested and evaluated mentoring model used to opportunities, BBBS will build a diverse network of mentors match Bigs and Littles who are better prepared and proud to ignite the potential of • Trained match support professionals who work with Bigs, Twin Cities youth. Littles and families to support relationships, troubleshoot issues and assure safety and expert Education & Enrichment Goal 3: Demonstrate success, provide value. staff helping Littles achieve success after high school BBBS will continue to be the leader in mentoring and youth • Cohesive partnerships with leading academic institutions and development through its positive impact on youth, families and school systems in the region. community, and will also attract sufficient community investment to support additional growth. Goal 4: Create a model workplace. A healthy organizational culture, high staff morale and increased employee retention will strengthen BBBS’ overall impact on its stakeholders. Goal 5: Transform community. BBBS will leverage the power of mentoring to create a more just, equitable, connected and caring community. CULTURE The organization strives for an employee culture that is... Inclusive Transparent Collaborative Impactful Innovative Connected Caring Inspiring 3 VALUES VISION MISSION Safety All children achieve their full Create and support mentoring Diversity, Equity and Inclusion potential. relationships that ignite the Life Changing Relationships power and promise of youth. Continuous Learning & Improvement Stewardship CAPITALCAMPAIG N ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES In 2019, BBBS launched a $5 million Capital Campaign for the Safety is the highest priority: For the young people in the purchase and renovation of a 18,266 square-foot permanent programs, volunteers and staff. BBBS uses evidence-based building. The new facility, owned by BBBS, a visually inspiring criteria to make and support safe, life-changing matches that hub located in North Minneapolis, is closer to many of the protect the physical and emotional well-being of the Littles. families the organization serves. Staff began moving in at year- BBBS puts safety first, always ensuring the systems, processes end. and personnel are in place to properly support program participants and staff. With this new facility, BBBS will amplify its programming, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: BBBS is committed to engaging a streamline service delivery, reach more youth, and strengthen diverse volunteer network, workforce, and board of directors, community. creating inclusive work spaces and programs, and contributing to a more just and equitable community. Life-Changing Relationships: BBBS promises to support positive, life-changing relationships for Littles, Bigs, donors, employees, and community partners. Program participants are engaged in the design, delivery and evaluation of new and existing initiatives with a commitment to developing relationships before developing new programs. Continuous Learning & Improvement: BBBS values an environment of continuous learning and improvement that makes space in its processes and programs for inquiry, research and innovation; and in young people, volunteers and staff, creating opportunities that support personal growth. Stewardship: BBBS strives to efficiently and effectively use funds to achieve its mission, balancing the need to expend the majority of its funds on current programs with the need to invest in the infrastructure and administrative capacity necessary to carry out its mission over the long-term. The organization holds itself to the highest ethical standards of financial transparency and 4 responsible use of its resources. PROGRAMS The Teen Program empowers youth 13 and older to successfully The organization's suite of programs include traditional and complete high school and achieve success as they explore post- newer offerings, and currently are: Community-Based 1-to-1 secondary options in continuing education, training and Mentoring, Group Mentoring and Teen Programming. BBBS has employment aligned with their interests. A year-round calendar pivoted to deliver these programs virtually during the pandemic of field trips, workshops and activities introduces teens to to keep volunteers, children, families, and staff safe. college access, workforce readiness and healthy lifestyle topics. Community-Based 1-to-1 Mentoring Individually tailored, one-to-one assistance helps Littles Community-Based mentoring is the traditional Big Brothers Big successfully learn about their options and pursue their dreams. Sisters one-to-one mentoring model. Caring adult mentors (Bigs) are matched with children between the ages of 8 and 12 (Littles) to provide support, guidance, and friendship. Once a match has been made, Bigs and Littles spend time together two-four times each month engaged in activities they both enjoy such as riding bikes, visiting museums, playing board games, or simply hanging out. Activities can take place on weekends, evenings or after school. Each match is unique and develops a schedule that works for them. Site-Based Group Mentoring In these programs, matched Bigs and Littles meet at the same site each time, usually the Little's school or the Big's workplace. They spend time together doing activities such as games, crafts, or homework. In Site-Based programming, small groups of Bigs and Graduation Coaches Program Littles get together for facilitated programs or projects. Big Brothers Big Sisters expanded its high school mentoring Teen Programming efforts to include the Graduation Coaches Program in By the time they are high school seniors, Littles are already Minneapolis Public Schools for the 2019-2020 academic year. significantly more likely to graduate than their non-mentored Graduation coaches mentor and guide students in building the skills and confidence they need to be successful in high school peers. They have better relationships with their family and and beyond. peers, and they are less likely to engage in risky behavior. The program focuses on building academic confidence and study skills, developing healthy peer relationships, strengthening self-advocacy skills, and helping students feel more connected to school, with the specific goal of developing meaningful post-graduation plans for careers and post- secondary education. 5 PROGRAMS, cont’d. Free Arts Programs Big Brothers Big Sisters introduced its Free Arts in 2018, acquiring the programs previously provided through Free Arts Minnesota. These programs provide more than 1,000 youth in challenging circumstances a safe place for expression and self-discovery. The Free Arts Programs are as follows: Weekly Mentorship pairs adult mentors with