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Big Brother, Paul
Little Brother, Dominic
Matched in 2015
2016annual
report
CREATING
LIFE-CHANGING
FRIENDSHIPS.
THE NEXT 40 YEARS...
03Achievements&Trustees
02Mission,Vision&Board
BOARD OF
DIRECTORS
Tom Stanczyk, President
Rockwell Collins
Jo Foster, V. President
Ohnward Bank
Shelley Sweet, Secretary
Cedar Rapids Bank
& Trust
Rob Kane, Treasurer
Clifton Larson Allen
Jill Breitbach
Alliant Energy
Dee Crozier
Nixon Elementary
Matt Doty
GreatAmerica
Financial Services Co.
Lois Dougherty
Wells Fargo
Travis Fell
RSM US LLP
Ryan Grekoff
MercyCare Community
Physicians Inc.
Damon Hines
Rockwell Collins
Joel Kasparek
US Bank
Chris Loftus
Simmons Perrine
Moyer Bergman
Justin McDonald
UnityPoint Health
St. Luke’s
Travis Pekny
Hy-Vee
Jeanine Penticoff
Alliant Energy
Paul Ruffalo
Ruffalo Noel Levitz
Kristen Shaffer
Shuttleworth & Ingersoll
Lesley Vossenkemper
Ruffalo Noel Levitz
Linda Henecke
President & CEO
688children
served
Al Ruffalo, Chairman
Ruffalo Noel Levitz
John Rodriguez, V. Chairman
Cedar Rapids Bank
& Trust
Jon Bancks
Anderson Group
at Morgan Stanley
Bill Barnes
LimoLink
Mary Brobst
Mercy Medical Center
Chuck Burgmeier
Retired
Suzy DeWolf
Lil’ Drug Store
Products, Inc.
Dave Drown
Gibbs, Lamb, Drown
Jim Haddad
Haddad Consulting Services
Kathy Hall
Kirkwood Foundation
Duane Jasper
Destinations Unlimited
Kevin Jasper
hibu
Nancy Kasparek
US Bank
Chris Lindell
Guaranty Bank
Mike Moran
Janda Motor Services
Greg O’Connell
Coolidge Elementary
Colleen Sova
United Fire
Kent Statler
Rockwell Collins
Mark Thoeny
American Profol
Ted Townsend
UnityPoint Health, St. Luke’s
Kim Wilkerson
Wilkerson Consulting
BOARD OF
TRUSTEES
Mission
Provide children facing adversity
with strong and enduring,
professionally supported 1:1
relationships that change their
lives for the better, forever.
Vision
All children achieve
success in life & aspire
to their full potential.
In 2015, the agency celebrated 40 years of
mentoring. We kicked off a new strategic plan
to help us develop stronger outcomes for
youth through 2017.
Mentoring is even more important this year as our community
experienced an increase in gun violence that impacted the lives of
youth. Guns and disputes have become more prevalent, increasing the
need for each child to have more trusted adults in their lives. A mentor
can model positive relationships, encourage accountability, discuss
ways to stay safe and be a listening ear to support for those children
in our community who may be at risk.
Mentoring is growing in importance as a way for children to build
resiliency in the face of trauma. Last summer, our staff received
training on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). ACEs research
shows the impact of childhood trauma and the affect it has on
brain development. The most common ACEs are economic hardship
and parental divorce or separation. We discovered that many youth
enrolling in our program have moderate or high risks from ACEs (see
page 4). Mentoring is a key strategy to build resilience.
Please renew your commitment to creating life-changing friendships
and help meet the significant needs of our children. Your support
through donations, mentoring and sharing our story is needed. Thank
you!
						 Warm wishes,
Accomplishments
•	Achieved 3% growth in children served, reaching 688
•	Received the Quality Award from BBBS of America for the 5th
consecutive year
•	Celebrated the class of 2016 which had 16 seniors and 94%
finishing high school on time!
Quality
Award2011
WINNER
Quality
Award2012
WINNER
Quality
Award2013
WINNER
Quality
Award2014
WINNER
Quality
Award2015
WINNER
matched 8 years
Nico &
Nicky Stansell
We have had a great experience being matched
through Big Brothers Big Sisters,” says Nicky.“
“Nicky is so nice and listens to me when I need her the
most,” says Nico, a recent 2016 High School graduate.
Information about ACEs
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are
potentially traumatic events that can have
negative, lasting effects on health and
well-being. The more adverse experiences
in childhood, the greater the likelihood
of developmental delays and later health
problems, including heart disease, diabetes,
substance abuse and depression.
Resiliency is key!
Building resiliency in children is the best way to address ACEs. The
agency intends to educate parents and mentors about ACEs. We’ll help
youth develop coping strategies, positive self-esteem and other factors
shown to reduce trauma’s damage. Children who develop supportive,
responsive relationships with caring adults can more easily overcome
the effects of constant stress and adversity.
Want to learn more?
Take the ACEs quiz (it’s just 10 questions): Your ACE Score
For more information about ACEs visit: ACEs in Iowa
04OurMatches
05OurMatches
When Little Brother Jimmy was 3 yrs. old,
his father passed away. For years, it was
just his mom raising him, and his sisters.
When he was 8 yrs old, his mom decided
to sign him up for Big Brothers Big
Sisters so Jimmy could have a male role
model. Jimmy was excited as he really
wanted a male figure he could look up to,
have fun with and teach him cool stuff!
Jimmy received a couples match and met
Big Brother Jim and Big Sister Cathy. He then
met his Big Brother, Jim & Big Sister, Cathy.
He felt a good connection since they were
matched based on similar interests The three of them grew close through activities like sharing meals,
boating and playing the Wii. They even built not one, but two mailboxes together!
Jimmy’s mom re-married and a few years later Jimmy’s step-dad suffered a minor stroke. Jimmy said Jim &
Cathy were by his side regularly to support him:
“My mom had to be at the hospital for many weeks so Jim & Cathy would take me to dinner and then to
the hospital to visit my family; all because they cared so much about me.”
“A Big is not just some grown up that parents
find to do stuff with their kid because they
don’t want to, instead it’s a way to fill a hole in
a child’s life. For me, it was my father who could
not be there for me, even if he’d wanted to be.”
AdverseChildhood
Experiences
JIMMY’S
JOURNEY
demonstrated
educational
success
89%
92%
91%
reduced risky
behavior
improved socio-
emotional
competency
SOURCE: 2015 Youth Outcomes Survey
Our Impact
Reported By Littles:
What is our agency seeing?
With 103 youth who have
enrolled since last fall,
we are seeing
statistics similar to
those reported
nationally.
Jim, Jimmy & Cathy recently celebrated
7 years of being matched together!
“Sharing my life with
Jim & Cathy is great!
I’ve had so many
new life experiences
because of them. They
are like family!” - Jimmy
What is our agency doing with ACEs?
Big Brothers Big Sisters is learning more about
ACEs in order to better address the needs
of children we serve. Starting last fall, each
child enrolled in the program is given an ACE
score based on information collected during
enrollment. The score corresponds to a risk
level: low, moderate, high. A moderate or high
ACEs score places the child at a higher risk
for health and social problems. With the ACEs
score, Enrollment and Matching Specialists
can develop goals tailored to best support the
match.
Low Risk (0-1)
Moderate Risk (2-3)
High Risk (4+)
06Financials&Events
Gridiron Bash
Join us for our 5th annual tailgating party! Get a
unique view of Kinnick Stadium from within its
Press Box while you cheer on the Iowa Hawkeyes
taking on Penn State. This away game will be
projected on the big screens. Tailgate buffet,
beer/wine & soda INCLUDED.
Bowl For Kids’ Sake
Our signature fundraising event in February brings together 2,200 community members for a
bowling party, which directly benefits our program by raising over $330,000 annually.
Big Magic Breakfast
Our annual event in April is designed to convey the long-term impact of
our program on the lives of youth. The event brings together 300 guests
to hear directly from those impacted by the program, like Jimmy.
TOTAL REVENUE: $982,054
TOTAL EXPENSES: $987,132
NET INCOME: -$5,078
Financials
REVENUE
July 1, 2015- June 30, 2016
$487,148
$195,000
$151,693
$84,651
$63,562
Events
United Way
Grants
Individuals
Corporations
EXPENSES
July 1, 2015 -
June 30, 2016
Staffing 79%
Agency Services 10%
Facilities & Equipment 7%
Fundraising 3%
National Dues 1%
Events
99% of income
stays in our local
community
07BeABig
100+KIDS WAITING
Choose How to Help:
Volunteer to Create Life-Changing Friendships with Big
Brothers Big Sisters. The program is rewarding & allows
you to share your interests with a child, while building a
friendship. Learn more at BeABigCR.org or call 319.377.8993
BUY TICKETS: beabigcr.org/gridironbash
PENN
STATE®
TICKETS
$60VSIOWA
HAWKEYES ®
KINNICK STADIUM
PRESS BOX
NOV. 5TH DOORS OPEN:
5:30PM
MALE MENTORS NEEDED
COUPLES
FAMILY MATCHES
•
•
•
08OurGraduates
09Alumni
Did you know...we had
25,500 hrs of service from
volunteers in 2015	 Hi, I’m Mary VanHorn and I was matched for 11 years with my Big Sister, Ann Oleson. Growing up was 		
	 tougher for me than most kids. My family had little income and no form of transportation, which left 		
	 me walking everywhere.
In 2001, when I was in 3rd grade, I was blessed
to be matched with Ann. In the beginning, I
was shy and didn’t know what to think. Ann
was nice and very talkative, but as time went
on I was able to talk to her about almost
anything. Ann
taught me many
things, including
the notion that
I’m better than
C’s and D’s; if
I worked and tried hard enough, I
would succeed. She encouraged me to enjoy life
now while I’m young!
In 2011, I graduated from Jefferson High School with
3 awards: Math Scholar, Science Scholar and 360
Credits (which is above and beyond the credits
needed to graduate). This year, I graduated from
The University of Northern Iowa with a degree in
Athletic Training. I am the first one in my entire
family to ever attend a university!
Because of Ann’s presence in my life, she helped
me get to where I am today. She has always been
there, pushing me to do my best and to never
give up. She had to nag me at times to get better
grades and get things in on time (like college and
scholarship applications). Whenever I need her she
is always just a phone call away.”
A LITTLE
PERSPECTIVE
Big Sister, Ann
Little Sister, Mary
*Recipient of one of the scholarships:
Legacy of Learning, Daybreak Rotary | Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Scholarship
Art Christofferson Memorial Fund
Danielle Fahnle & Mary
Scott Triggs & Jordan*
Michael Sabers & Nathan*
Kara Weise & Holly*
Sarah Harken & Takaysha*
Marcy Pennington & Deja
Sally Miller & Destinie
Nicky Stansell & Nico
Steve Carpenter & Jeremy
Mike Gary & Tavion*
Ann Overton & Ashley
John Dessert & Josh
Carol Lensing & Riley
Velga Easker & Aalyah
JoEllen Page & Delaney
Mike Becker & Howard
Match
Graduates
3
4
5
6
7
7
8
8
8
9
9
10
10
11
12
12
Years
Matched
“
“I will always keep in touch
with Ann like she’s my family
because if you ask me, she is.
”
ATTENTION
ALUMNI!
Former Bigs, Littles, Parents and Board Members
Did you participate in Big Brothers Big Sisters in the past? It’s time to reconnect and share your story!
We’ve created alumni shirts and we’d love to hear from you, as we have from Erin.
								 Email: Lindah@beabigcr.org
							 Subject: Alumni
Alumni Erin Discoll:
In 2005, I was a sophomore in college and looking to give back to the community. I found Big Brothers
Big Sisters and was fortunate to be matched with an amazing Little Sister, Latasha. Not only was she
only 5 years younger than me, but we happened to live in the same neighborhood! We spent the next
eleven months getting to know one another, bonding, and building a friendship that, unbeknownst to
me at the time, would outlast distance, years, and milestones.
Less than a year into the match, I transferred
schools and moved an hour north. Our match
came to an end, but our friendship did not.
We continued to keep in touch, sporadic at
times, through the years via email and social
media.
Fast forward eleven years, to 2016. My “Little”
sister had grown into this beautiful woman
and was preparing to marry the love of
her life. Not only did I have the privilege of
sharing Latasha’s special day with her, but
I was honored to officiate her wedding! At
the ceremony, Latasha’s father personally
thanked me for being there for Latasha
during and after the program, and asked that
I be included in the family photos. What he
may not realize is that Latasha had just as
big of an impact on my life as I had on hers.
So, thank you, Big Brothers Big Sisters. Our
story is proof that the relationships created
through your organization can last years
beyond your program. Proof that even a few
hours a month spent together can leave
memories that last a lifetime. Proof that
what you do for the community truly works.
“What he may not realize is that Latasha had just as big
of an impact on my life as I had on hers.”
						 Erin & Latasha
10Donations
11Donations
2016 Contributions
Annual
Fund
Donors
$1,000- $9,999
Aegon Transamerica
Foundation
Steve & Mary Beth Allsop
American Profol
Julia Bartachek
Breakfast of Champions
Randal & Mary Brobst
Kevin & Kari Bruns
Cargill
Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust
Cedar Rapids OB Gyn
Specialists PC
Terri Christoffersen
Climate Engineers
Converge Consulting
Crescent-Janko Masonic
Foundation
Scott & Cathy Dahm
Daybreak Rotary
John & Darci Dorfler
Nate & Ruthie Dunn
Joel & Judy Eckman
Farmers State Bank
GAP Foundation
General Mills
Genex Cooperative
Rob & Tracy Gettemy
GreatAmerica Financial
Services Corp.
The Greater Cedar Rapids
Community Foundation
Cunningham Family Fund
The Greater Cedar Rapids
Community Foundation
Diamond V Mills Fund
The Greater Cedar Rapids
Community Foundation Lil’
Drug Store Products Fund
The Greater Cedar Rapids
Community Foundation Van
Meter Foundation
Sheila Hahn
hibu
Jared & Carol Hills
Foundation
ImOn Communications LLC
Janda Motor Services
Kevin & Courtney Jasper
Ken & Ginni Kolek
Linn County Board of
Supervisors Witwer Trust
Mark & Deanna Long
Lynch Ford
Mercy Medical Center
Jared & Dawn Minkoff
Morgan Stanley and Jon &
Debbie Bancks
M & W Manufacturing
Nordstrom
PepsiCo Foundation
Dick Pilcher
Quaker Oats
Michelle Rains
Rex Realty Company
Rockwell Collins Charitable
Corporation
Rockwell Collins Retiree
Volunteers
Rohde Family Foundation
Ruffalo Noel Levitz
Sika Corporation
Gary & Lori Skala
Skogman Realty Co.
Debi Smith
Solon Andreas Foundation
Tom & Amy Stanczyk
Kent & Julie Statler
Larry & Lisa TeBockhorst
Thomas L. Cardella &
Associates
Toyota Financial Services
TrueNorth Companies
UFG
University of Iowa
Community Credit Union
U.S. Bank
U.S. Bank Foundation
Wells Fargo Foundation
Western Fraternal Life
Myron & Esther Wilson
$100,000+
United Way of East
Central Iowa
$25,000- $99,999
The Greater Cedar Rapids
Community Foundation
Gerald T. & Karen J. Knox
Fund
$10,000- $24,999
Alliant Energy Foundation
Archer Daniels Midland
Company
General Mills Foundation
The Greater Cedar Rapids
Community Foundation
GreatAmerica Financial
Services Fund
The Greater Cedar Rapids
Community Foundation
Linn County Fund
The Seattle Foundation
Bill & Rocki Shepard
Schimberg Company
Jerry & Melissa Trca
Wells Fargo
Winslow House Care Center
Mark & Laurie Zaiger
$250- $499
Keith Abel
Nicole Akkad
Jim & Christine Angstman
Brandon Bates
Cindy Bathgate
Kevin & Deb Becker
Tom & Kelly Belin
BerganKDV
Luke & Melissa Bishop
Greg Boehne
Amber Bradley
Bonnie Brewer
Tom Burke
Heather Cardis
Cedar Rapids Marriott
Joe & Dee Crozier
Pat & Carol Deignan
Ken & Lynn DeKock
Frank & Dona Ditri
Matt & Kate Evans
The Ex Club of Cedar Rapids
Scott & Jennie Fisher
Sean & Hayley Foster
Mike & Molly Gannon
The Gazette
Katie Good
Ryan & Jill Grekoff
Greenawalt Family Fund
Mark Guetzko
Tom & Rachel Haley
Sam Hammes
Krisin Hanneman
Lynn Harman
David Harris
Highway Equipment Company
Dan Hinz
Amy Hogan
Todd & Jennifer Husmann
Luke Huynh
Greg & Michelle Johnson
Kirk Kaalberg
Donald Keenan Memorial Fund
Steve & Jane Kelly
James & Barb Klein
Roger & Erin Koehn
Mike Lawson
Lil’ Drug Store Products Inc.
Thomas & Cheryl Lloyd
Robert & Becky Loyd
Candyce Lyman
Aaron & Debra Maue
Kevin & Rebecca McCarville
Mitch McElree
Brooke McLaughlin
Richard Mersch M.D.
Metco Credit Union
Katie Miller
Paul Morris
Novak Design Group PLC
NXT Bank
Brian & Kate O’Brien-May
Ohnward Bank & Trust
Ann Oleson
Scott & Jan Overland
Dave & Anne Parmley
Steve & Melanie Polley
Randy & Lisa Ramlo
Jeremy & Melanie Richert
Johnie & Joan Roberts
John & Lorene Rodriguez
Jim & Janice Russell
Kristen Shaffer
Bill & Sue Shanklin
Al & Marcia Simon
Derrick Sindt
Stamats Communications Inc.
Nicky Stansell
Dale Venner
Jeff & Lesley Vossenkemper
Lewis & Kathy Vyrostek
Tim Walker
Walmart
Dan & Linda Westbrook
Barry White
Donna Wieditz
Dale Wulf
In-Kind Gifts
$2500+
Cedar Rapids Bowling Center
Cedar Rapids Marriott
EduCare Learning Center
The Gazette
ImOn Communications
KCRG-TV 9 Show You Care
Keith May
T & M Services Inc.
Townsquare Media
$250- $2,499
ADM
AirFX Trampoline Park
Allegra
Jenn Bleil
The Book House
Buresh Party & Special Events
DJ & Geri Carpenter
Cedar Rapids Country Club
Casey’s Charities
Cedar Rapids Kernels
Copeland Eyecare
Kelly Creighton
Diamond Limousines
Tim Dwight Foundation
Eclypse Entertainment
General Mills
Griffith Ballard & Co.
Hands In Harmony
Mike Hughes
Hy-Vee Food Stores
Marion-East Cedar Rapids
Rotary Club
McGrath Automotive Group
Mercy Medical Center
Jerry Merritt
Midwest Athletic Club
Midwest Metal Products
Need Pizza
Northwestern Mutual - The
Zach Group
Orchestra Iowa
Park Cedar Rapids
Pearson
Project Linus
Quaker Oats
Ryan Companies
Nola Schroeder
Second Story Promotions
7G
Charlotte Smith
Sparkling Image Car Wash
Steve & Deb Streff
Super Target NE
The Sweet Life Cookies & More
Texas Roadhouse
U.S. Bank
Veridian Credit Union
Agency Operations Endowment Fund
Please consider a gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters endowment fund at The Greater
Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. Your gift may be eligible for Endow Iowa
tax credits and will create long-term sustainable resources for the agency.
								 Jim & Sara Sauter
Thank You!
We apologize if we have listed your name incorrectly or have omitted your name.
Please contact us so we may correct our error. Thank you for your support.
Dream Makers
$12,000 for 5 years
Chris & Suzy DeWolf
Match Makers
$1,200 for 5 years
American Escrow Inc.
Tom & Sarah Anderson
Apache Inc.
Jon & Debbie Bancks
Bill & Katie Barnes
Mike & Jenny Becker
Robert Becker
Benchmark Inc.
Richard Bice
Scott & Karen Bohr
Derek & Cindy Brown
Chuck & Paula Burgmeier
Loren & Patricia Coppock
Bryan & Lori Coster
Joe & Dee Crozier
DW Screw
Machine Products
EduCare Learning Center
The ESCO Group
Josh & Heather Gerber
Tim & Jessica Quinn
Randy & Lisa Ramlo
John & Lorene Rodriguez
RSH Legal
Al & Martha Ruffalo
Paul & Hillary Ruffalo
Joe Schemmel & Kim Ash
JD & Susann Schlotterback
Simmons Perrine Moyer
Bergman PLC
Duane & Laura Smith
Sparkling Image Car Wash
Denise Stanard
& Darren Megrew
Tom & Amy Stanczyk
Steve & Deb Streff
Surgery Center Cedar Rapids
Ken & Cathy Terukina
Russ & Pam Weber
Brian & Kristin White
Wilkerson Consulting Group
M. Frank Wilson
Big Magic
Society
Nick & Kay Gloe
Claude & Mary Greiner
Ron & Denise Harriman
Mike & Megan Heater
Larry & Jan Helling
Linda Henecke
Evan & Julie Hupp
Rob & Barb Kane
Joel & Nancy Kasparek
Bob Kucharski
Dick & Carol Lensing
Curt & Debbie Liscum
Kent Mattison
JW Morton & Associates
Russ & Marsha Nieland
Matt Novak & Jo Lilledahl
Greg O’Connell
Pam Oldham
Ann Oleson
& Mary Van Horn
Doug & Melanie Olson
Chuck & Mary Ann Peters
Magic Makers
$6,000 for 5 years
Duane & Anne Jasper
LimoLink Inc.
Kent & Julie Statler
We give special thanks
to these donors who
have pledged ongoing
operating support.
Donate
to BBBS
to help
serve
youth,
click
or scan:
$500- $999
Advanced Cleaning Systems
American Financial Services
Apache Inc.
Bankers Trust
Benchmark Inc.
Blair House
Bohr, Dahm, Greif & Associates
PC
Scott & Karen Bohr
Bradley & Riley PC
Dan & Lisa Breitbach
William Brockmann
Derek & Cindy Brown
Tim & Lisa Carson
Rob & Kathy Cook
Jesse & Cassie Costigan
Dave & Jayne DeCoste
Matt Doty & Dana Larson
Tess Duckett
Andy Enright
Evergreen Packaging
Josh & Heather Gerber
Giving Tree Theater
Jeff Goedken
May G. Gortner Charitable
Trust
T.L. Gowin & Company Inc.
Grass Lawn Service
Bob & Kelly Haag
Jim & JoEllen Haddad
Debbie Hahn
Hall & Hall Engineers
Jeff & Lisa Henderson
Hills Bank & Trust Company
Holmes Murphy
Don Howard
Richard & Ellen Hull
Salma Igram
Scott & Nicole Kallemeyn
Kansas City Toyota Dealers
Association
Joe & Carolyn Kirby
Doug & Sheila Kirk
Klein Educational Systems
Susan & Greg Knight
Travis Lerch
Chris & Jane Lindell
Linn Area Credit Union
Chris & Britta Loftus
Dan & Donna Lynch
Larry Maddox
Chris & Brittony Martin
Mount Vernon Community
Chest
Nations Roof Central LLC
Steve & Linda Nelson
Michelle Niermann
Maricela Pena
Jody Pence
Phelan’s Interiors
Tom & Christine Pientok
Dale Pinnow
Terry Pitts & Kathy Hall
Point Builders LLC
Donald & Lorelei Redfern
Revolution Realty Team
Jeff & Ann Rierson
RSM US LLP
Tracy & Annette Sankot
Ed & Joan Schaffer
Joe Schemmel & Kim Ash
Shuttleworth & Ingersoll
Chuck & Colleen Sova
Dave & Kathy Taylor
TechniCom, Inc.
Ted & Cathy Townsend
Special thanks to
United Way of East
Central Iowa
12HallofFame&Staff
President & CEO
Linda Henecke
Operations Director
Katie Grandgeorge
Program Supervisors
Erin Koehn
Krystin Mittan
Program Specialists
Nicole McAlexander
Match Support Specialists
Jamie Kuehl
Taryn Meeker
Sarah Musil
Emily Mysak
Aleah Pohlmann
Trina Roos
Enrollment & Matching
Specialist
Stephanie Hartson
Kathy Lamb
Match Support Intern
Robin Hoffman
Marketing Manager
Nick Hofmeyer
Community Outreach
Specialist
Michael Haller
Development Officer
Melanie Richert
Development Specialist
Bekah Roudabush
Operations Specialist
Sally Miller
Our Staff
HALL OF FAME
Mike Fields
	 & Charlie
Adam Carros
	 & Caiden
Callie Borders
	 & Janet
Tye Male
	 & Bryce
Joan Copper
	 & Tamera
Brian Globokar
	 & Caden
Charisma Wickham
	 & Autumn
Dan Holterhaus
	 & Kho’Lece
Cory & Renee Chandler
	 & Zeal
Keith Kraeplin
	 & Reece
Joan Minney
	 & Jarron
Michael Alt
	 & Tre’Vossia
Chrystal Kerr
	 & Anna
Cheryl Adams
	 & Elizabeth
Brian Smith
	 & Shea
Judy Huebsch
	 & Abagayle
Linsdey Greenzweig
	 & Alleesandra
Sam Hammes
	 & Trevor
Nichole Clayton
	 & Madisen
Alyse Dreher
	 & Motya
Jane Lindemann
	 & King
Tracey Thomas
	 & Maysea
Dan Dreher
	 & Noah
Erin Gehant
	 & Gibril
Todd Kramer
	 & Patrick
Adam Digmann
	 & Dionte
Jamie Wilson
	 & Noah
Michael Sabers
	 & Nathan
Kelly Ortiz
	 & Caitlyn
Kevin Fox
	 & Billy
Noelle Wittkop
	 & Isabel
Shelley Sweet
	 & Trinity
Eric Stafford
	 & Hezekiah
Shawnacy Rohwedder
	 & M’Kenzie
Jennifer & Chris Doble
	 & Ryan
Jo Foster
	 & Alex
Virginia & Sara Petrzelka
	 & Makayla
Bobbi Miller
	 & Daysha
Steve Miller
	 & Anton
Gerald & Dory Dilger
	 & Tayzha
Maureen Gossard
	 & Alexandria
Velga Easker
	 & Aalyah
Linda Singelstad
	 & Mariah
Mike Becker
	 & Howard
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Thank You
Print Donor: Mercy Medical Center
Assembly: Pearson
2015-2016
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Annual Report 2016 - Interactive

  • 1. Big Brother, Paul Little Brother, Dominic Matched in 2015 2016annual report CREATING LIFE-CHANGING FRIENDSHIPS.
  • 2. THE NEXT 40 YEARS... 03Achievements&Trustees 02Mission,Vision&Board BOARD OF DIRECTORS Tom Stanczyk, President Rockwell Collins Jo Foster, V. President Ohnward Bank Shelley Sweet, Secretary Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust Rob Kane, Treasurer Clifton Larson Allen Jill Breitbach Alliant Energy Dee Crozier Nixon Elementary Matt Doty GreatAmerica Financial Services Co. Lois Dougherty Wells Fargo Travis Fell RSM US LLP Ryan Grekoff MercyCare Community Physicians Inc. Damon Hines Rockwell Collins Joel Kasparek US Bank Chris Loftus Simmons Perrine Moyer Bergman Justin McDonald UnityPoint Health St. Luke’s Travis Pekny Hy-Vee Jeanine Penticoff Alliant Energy Paul Ruffalo Ruffalo Noel Levitz Kristen Shaffer Shuttleworth & Ingersoll Lesley Vossenkemper Ruffalo Noel Levitz Linda Henecke President & CEO 688children served Al Ruffalo, Chairman Ruffalo Noel Levitz John Rodriguez, V. Chairman Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust Jon Bancks Anderson Group at Morgan Stanley Bill Barnes LimoLink Mary Brobst Mercy Medical Center Chuck Burgmeier Retired Suzy DeWolf Lil’ Drug Store Products, Inc. Dave Drown Gibbs, Lamb, Drown Jim Haddad Haddad Consulting Services Kathy Hall Kirkwood Foundation Duane Jasper Destinations Unlimited Kevin Jasper hibu Nancy Kasparek US Bank Chris Lindell Guaranty Bank Mike Moran Janda Motor Services Greg O’Connell Coolidge Elementary Colleen Sova United Fire Kent Statler Rockwell Collins Mark Thoeny American Profol Ted Townsend UnityPoint Health, St. Luke’s Kim Wilkerson Wilkerson Consulting BOARD OF TRUSTEES Mission Provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1:1 relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. Vision All children achieve success in life & aspire to their full potential. In 2015, the agency celebrated 40 years of mentoring. We kicked off a new strategic plan to help us develop stronger outcomes for youth through 2017. Mentoring is even more important this year as our community experienced an increase in gun violence that impacted the lives of youth. Guns and disputes have become more prevalent, increasing the need for each child to have more trusted adults in their lives. A mentor can model positive relationships, encourage accountability, discuss ways to stay safe and be a listening ear to support for those children in our community who may be at risk. Mentoring is growing in importance as a way for children to build resiliency in the face of trauma. Last summer, our staff received training on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). ACEs research shows the impact of childhood trauma and the affect it has on brain development. The most common ACEs are economic hardship and parental divorce or separation. We discovered that many youth enrolling in our program have moderate or high risks from ACEs (see page 4). Mentoring is a key strategy to build resilience. Please renew your commitment to creating life-changing friendships and help meet the significant needs of our children. Your support through donations, mentoring and sharing our story is needed. Thank you! Warm wishes, Accomplishments • Achieved 3% growth in children served, reaching 688 • Received the Quality Award from BBBS of America for the 5th consecutive year • Celebrated the class of 2016 which had 16 seniors and 94% finishing high school on time! Quality Award2011 WINNER Quality Award2012 WINNER Quality Award2013 WINNER Quality Award2014 WINNER Quality Award2015 WINNER matched 8 years Nico & Nicky Stansell We have had a great experience being matched through Big Brothers Big Sisters,” says Nicky.“ “Nicky is so nice and listens to me when I need her the most,” says Nico, a recent 2016 High School graduate.
  • 3. Information about ACEs Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic events that can have negative, lasting effects on health and well-being. The more adverse experiences in childhood, the greater the likelihood of developmental delays and later health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, substance abuse and depression. Resiliency is key! Building resiliency in children is the best way to address ACEs. The agency intends to educate parents and mentors about ACEs. We’ll help youth develop coping strategies, positive self-esteem and other factors shown to reduce trauma’s damage. Children who develop supportive, responsive relationships with caring adults can more easily overcome the effects of constant stress and adversity. Want to learn more? Take the ACEs quiz (it’s just 10 questions): Your ACE Score For more information about ACEs visit: ACEs in Iowa 04OurMatches 05OurMatches When Little Brother Jimmy was 3 yrs. old, his father passed away. For years, it was just his mom raising him, and his sisters. When he was 8 yrs old, his mom decided to sign him up for Big Brothers Big Sisters so Jimmy could have a male role model. Jimmy was excited as he really wanted a male figure he could look up to, have fun with and teach him cool stuff! Jimmy received a couples match and met Big Brother Jim and Big Sister Cathy. He then met his Big Brother, Jim & Big Sister, Cathy. He felt a good connection since they were matched based on similar interests The three of them grew close through activities like sharing meals, boating and playing the Wii. They even built not one, but two mailboxes together! Jimmy’s mom re-married and a few years later Jimmy’s step-dad suffered a minor stroke. Jimmy said Jim & Cathy were by his side regularly to support him: “My mom had to be at the hospital for many weeks so Jim & Cathy would take me to dinner and then to the hospital to visit my family; all because they cared so much about me.” “A Big is not just some grown up that parents find to do stuff with their kid because they don’t want to, instead it’s a way to fill a hole in a child’s life. For me, it was my father who could not be there for me, even if he’d wanted to be.” AdverseChildhood Experiences JIMMY’S JOURNEY demonstrated educational success 89% 92% 91% reduced risky behavior improved socio- emotional competency SOURCE: 2015 Youth Outcomes Survey Our Impact Reported By Littles: What is our agency seeing? With 103 youth who have enrolled since last fall, we are seeing statistics similar to those reported nationally. Jim, Jimmy & Cathy recently celebrated 7 years of being matched together! “Sharing my life with Jim & Cathy is great! I’ve had so many new life experiences because of them. They are like family!” - Jimmy What is our agency doing with ACEs? Big Brothers Big Sisters is learning more about ACEs in order to better address the needs of children we serve. Starting last fall, each child enrolled in the program is given an ACE score based on information collected during enrollment. The score corresponds to a risk level: low, moderate, high. A moderate or high ACEs score places the child at a higher risk for health and social problems. With the ACEs score, Enrollment and Matching Specialists can develop goals tailored to best support the match. Low Risk (0-1) Moderate Risk (2-3) High Risk (4+)
  • 4. 06Financials&Events Gridiron Bash Join us for our 5th annual tailgating party! Get a unique view of Kinnick Stadium from within its Press Box while you cheer on the Iowa Hawkeyes taking on Penn State. This away game will be projected on the big screens. Tailgate buffet, beer/wine & soda INCLUDED. Bowl For Kids’ Sake Our signature fundraising event in February brings together 2,200 community members for a bowling party, which directly benefits our program by raising over $330,000 annually. Big Magic Breakfast Our annual event in April is designed to convey the long-term impact of our program on the lives of youth. The event brings together 300 guests to hear directly from those impacted by the program, like Jimmy. TOTAL REVENUE: $982,054 TOTAL EXPENSES: $987,132 NET INCOME: -$5,078 Financials REVENUE July 1, 2015- June 30, 2016 $487,148 $195,000 $151,693 $84,651 $63,562 Events United Way Grants Individuals Corporations EXPENSES July 1, 2015 - June 30, 2016 Staffing 79% Agency Services 10% Facilities & Equipment 7% Fundraising 3% National Dues 1% Events 99% of income stays in our local community 07BeABig 100+KIDS WAITING Choose How to Help: Volunteer to Create Life-Changing Friendships with Big Brothers Big Sisters. The program is rewarding & allows you to share your interests with a child, while building a friendship. Learn more at BeABigCR.org or call 319.377.8993 BUY TICKETS: beabigcr.org/gridironbash PENN STATE® TICKETS $60VSIOWA HAWKEYES ® KINNICK STADIUM PRESS BOX NOV. 5TH DOORS OPEN: 5:30PM MALE MENTORS NEEDED COUPLES FAMILY MATCHES • • •
  • 5. 08OurGraduates 09Alumni Did you know...we had 25,500 hrs of service from volunteers in 2015 Hi, I’m Mary VanHorn and I was matched for 11 years with my Big Sister, Ann Oleson. Growing up was tougher for me than most kids. My family had little income and no form of transportation, which left me walking everywhere. In 2001, when I was in 3rd grade, I was blessed to be matched with Ann. In the beginning, I was shy and didn’t know what to think. Ann was nice and very talkative, but as time went on I was able to talk to her about almost anything. Ann taught me many things, including the notion that I’m better than C’s and D’s; if I worked and tried hard enough, I would succeed. She encouraged me to enjoy life now while I’m young! In 2011, I graduated from Jefferson High School with 3 awards: Math Scholar, Science Scholar and 360 Credits (which is above and beyond the credits needed to graduate). This year, I graduated from The University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Athletic Training. I am the first one in my entire family to ever attend a university! Because of Ann’s presence in my life, she helped me get to where I am today. She has always been there, pushing me to do my best and to never give up. She had to nag me at times to get better grades and get things in on time (like college and scholarship applications). Whenever I need her she is always just a phone call away.” A LITTLE PERSPECTIVE Big Sister, Ann Little Sister, Mary *Recipient of one of the scholarships: Legacy of Learning, Daybreak Rotary | Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Scholarship Art Christofferson Memorial Fund Danielle Fahnle & Mary Scott Triggs & Jordan* Michael Sabers & Nathan* Kara Weise & Holly* Sarah Harken & Takaysha* Marcy Pennington & Deja Sally Miller & Destinie Nicky Stansell & Nico Steve Carpenter & Jeremy Mike Gary & Tavion* Ann Overton & Ashley John Dessert & Josh Carol Lensing & Riley Velga Easker & Aalyah JoEllen Page & Delaney Mike Becker & Howard Match Graduates 3 4 5 6 7 7 8 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 12 12 Years Matched “ “I will always keep in touch with Ann like she’s my family because if you ask me, she is. ” ATTENTION ALUMNI! Former Bigs, Littles, Parents and Board Members Did you participate in Big Brothers Big Sisters in the past? It’s time to reconnect and share your story! We’ve created alumni shirts and we’d love to hear from you, as we have from Erin. Email: Lindah@beabigcr.org Subject: Alumni Alumni Erin Discoll: In 2005, I was a sophomore in college and looking to give back to the community. I found Big Brothers Big Sisters and was fortunate to be matched with an amazing Little Sister, Latasha. Not only was she only 5 years younger than me, but we happened to live in the same neighborhood! We spent the next eleven months getting to know one another, bonding, and building a friendship that, unbeknownst to me at the time, would outlast distance, years, and milestones. Less than a year into the match, I transferred schools and moved an hour north. Our match came to an end, but our friendship did not. We continued to keep in touch, sporadic at times, through the years via email and social media. Fast forward eleven years, to 2016. My “Little” sister had grown into this beautiful woman and was preparing to marry the love of her life. Not only did I have the privilege of sharing Latasha’s special day with her, but I was honored to officiate her wedding! At the ceremony, Latasha’s father personally thanked me for being there for Latasha during and after the program, and asked that I be included in the family photos. What he may not realize is that Latasha had just as big of an impact on my life as I had on hers. So, thank you, Big Brothers Big Sisters. Our story is proof that the relationships created through your organization can last years beyond your program. Proof that even a few hours a month spent together can leave memories that last a lifetime. Proof that what you do for the community truly works. “What he may not realize is that Latasha had just as big of an impact on my life as I had on hers.” Erin & Latasha
  • 6. 10Donations 11Donations 2016 Contributions Annual Fund Donors $1,000- $9,999 Aegon Transamerica Foundation Steve & Mary Beth Allsop American Profol Julia Bartachek Breakfast of Champions Randal & Mary Brobst Kevin & Kari Bruns Cargill Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust Cedar Rapids OB Gyn Specialists PC Terri Christoffersen Climate Engineers Converge Consulting Crescent-Janko Masonic Foundation Scott & Cathy Dahm Daybreak Rotary John & Darci Dorfler Nate & Ruthie Dunn Joel & Judy Eckman Farmers State Bank GAP Foundation General Mills Genex Cooperative Rob & Tracy Gettemy GreatAmerica Financial Services Corp. The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Cunningham Family Fund The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Diamond V Mills Fund The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Lil’ Drug Store Products Fund The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Van Meter Foundation Sheila Hahn hibu Jared & Carol Hills Foundation ImOn Communications LLC Janda Motor Services Kevin & Courtney Jasper Ken & Ginni Kolek Linn County Board of Supervisors Witwer Trust Mark & Deanna Long Lynch Ford Mercy Medical Center Jared & Dawn Minkoff Morgan Stanley and Jon & Debbie Bancks M & W Manufacturing Nordstrom PepsiCo Foundation Dick Pilcher Quaker Oats Michelle Rains Rex Realty Company Rockwell Collins Charitable Corporation Rockwell Collins Retiree Volunteers Rohde Family Foundation Ruffalo Noel Levitz Sika Corporation Gary & Lori Skala Skogman Realty Co. Debi Smith Solon Andreas Foundation Tom & Amy Stanczyk Kent & Julie Statler Larry & Lisa TeBockhorst Thomas L. Cardella & Associates Toyota Financial Services TrueNorth Companies UFG University of Iowa Community Credit Union U.S. Bank U.S. Bank Foundation Wells Fargo Foundation Western Fraternal Life Myron & Esther Wilson $100,000+ United Way of East Central Iowa $25,000- $99,999 The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Gerald T. & Karen J. Knox Fund $10,000- $24,999 Alliant Energy Foundation Archer Daniels Midland Company General Mills Foundation The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation GreatAmerica Financial Services Fund The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Linn County Fund The Seattle Foundation Bill & Rocki Shepard Schimberg Company Jerry & Melissa Trca Wells Fargo Winslow House Care Center Mark & Laurie Zaiger $250- $499 Keith Abel Nicole Akkad Jim & Christine Angstman Brandon Bates Cindy Bathgate Kevin & Deb Becker Tom & Kelly Belin BerganKDV Luke & Melissa Bishop Greg Boehne Amber Bradley Bonnie Brewer Tom Burke Heather Cardis Cedar Rapids Marriott Joe & Dee Crozier Pat & Carol Deignan Ken & Lynn DeKock Frank & Dona Ditri Matt & Kate Evans The Ex Club of Cedar Rapids Scott & Jennie Fisher Sean & Hayley Foster Mike & Molly Gannon The Gazette Katie Good Ryan & Jill Grekoff Greenawalt Family Fund Mark Guetzko Tom & Rachel Haley Sam Hammes Krisin Hanneman Lynn Harman David Harris Highway Equipment Company Dan Hinz Amy Hogan Todd & Jennifer Husmann Luke Huynh Greg & Michelle Johnson Kirk Kaalberg Donald Keenan Memorial Fund Steve & Jane Kelly James & Barb Klein Roger & Erin Koehn Mike Lawson Lil’ Drug Store Products Inc. Thomas & Cheryl Lloyd Robert & Becky Loyd Candyce Lyman Aaron & Debra Maue Kevin & Rebecca McCarville Mitch McElree Brooke McLaughlin Richard Mersch M.D. Metco Credit Union Katie Miller Paul Morris Novak Design Group PLC NXT Bank Brian & Kate O’Brien-May Ohnward Bank & Trust Ann Oleson Scott & Jan Overland Dave & Anne Parmley Steve & Melanie Polley Randy & Lisa Ramlo Jeremy & Melanie Richert Johnie & Joan Roberts John & Lorene Rodriguez Jim & Janice Russell Kristen Shaffer Bill & Sue Shanklin Al & Marcia Simon Derrick Sindt Stamats Communications Inc. Nicky Stansell Dale Venner Jeff & Lesley Vossenkemper Lewis & Kathy Vyrostek Tim Walker Walmart Dan & Linda Westbrook Barry White Donna Wieditz Dale Wulf In-Kind Gifts $2500+ Cedar Rapids Bowling Center Cedar Rapids Marriott EduCare Learning Center The Gazette ImOn Communications KCRG-TV 9 Show You Care Keith May T & M Services Inc. Townsquare Media $250- $2,499 ADM AirFX Trampoline Park Allegra Jenn Bleil The Book House Buresh Party & Special Events DJ & Geri Carpenter Cedar Rapids Country Club Casey’s Charities Cedar Rapids Kernels Copeland Eyecare Kelly Creighton Diamond Limousines Tim Dwight Foundation Eclypse Entertainment General Mills Griffith Ballard & Co. 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