Her Impact, Our Future

In This Newsletter:

• Stay Connected With BSLS

• A Note from our Founder:

  • Ways to Give & Make an Impact Today:

• Legacy in Action: Alumni Spotlights Who Inspire

  • Want to Be Featured Next?

• Spotlight: Our Chapters in Action

• We're Celebrating 17 Years, Save The Date!

  • Why You Belong in the Room?

• Fundraising Fridays – Help Us Close the Gap!

• Houston Community Event – Join Us In-Person!

• Don’t Forget:

Take the Next Step — Discover how you can support, celebrate, and stand with BSLS: About | Donate | Get Involved | Conference & Gala | Auction | Alumni Spotlights | Chapter Wins | Ways to Give

A Note from our Founder:

As we close out Women’s History Month and prepare to celebrate 17 incredible years of impact, I’m filled with deep gratitude for every hand, heart, and voice that has shaped the Big Sister Little Sister Mentoring Program.

This month’s stories reflect more than our legacy—they reflect our future. Every mentor, every chapter, every alum reminds us that leadership doesn’t wait for a title—it starts with service.

Whether you're attending our Year 17 celebration in Orlando or cheering us on from afar, know that your belief in our mission helps us:

📊 Women-led nonprofits like BSLS receive less than 2% of charitable funding.
📊 76% of women-focused organizations struggle to get any funding at all.

Yet, we keep showing up. We keep leading. We keep cultivating the next generation of world changemakers. But we can’t do it alone.

This Women’s History Month, we invite you to be the difference. Whether you bid in our auction, join Fundraising Fridays, or give in any way—you are helping to shape our future world changemakers when it matters most.

If BSLS has moved you, I’m inviting you to give just $3 today. It may not seem like much—but it sustains our mission, supports our programs, and helps us keep showing up for the women and youth who are built to lead and bold enough to serve.

💜 Give $3 today → www.bigsisterlittlesister.org/giving

With gratitude and passion,
Aneisha Hughes

Ways to Give & Make an Impact Today:

💜 Donate directly: Visit www.bigsisterlittlesister.org to make a one-time, monthly, or quarterly contribution.
🚗 Give More Than Cash: We accept motor vehicle donations—cars, RVs, boats, motorcycles, jet skis, and more! Click Here
🏦 Support Through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF): If you have a DAF, you can designate BSLS as a beneficiary or Click Here
🤝 Employer-Matched Gifts: Maximize your impact by checking if your employer will match your donation! Once you donate, you’ll have the option to search for your employer and double your gift.
📩 Need help? Contact us at [email protected] for questions about giving options.

Legacy in Action: Alumni Spotlights Who Inspire

Women Who’ve Walked the Path—and Still Lead the Way

This Women’s History Month, we honor two extraordinary BSLS alumni who rose through the ranks—mentee, mentor, chapter leader, National Team and whose journeys continue to reflect the power of mentorship, community, and purpose—this is what legacy looks like.

Meet the women (Deneb & Fredline) behind the impact—read their full BSLS journeys and reflections on mentorship, legacy, and purpose.

Want to Be Featured Next?

Are you a BSLS alum making moves ? We’d love to spotlight your journey.

📩 Email us: [email protected]
📸 Send a photo + short update

Spotlight: Our Chapters in Action

Different cities. Same mission. Real Stories. Real Impact. See how our chapters are living the BSLS values. Chapter Highlights from young leaders nationwide turning mission into movement.

🌸 BSLS at WECHS | National Flower Day with Intention

Led by Ms. Ranata, the young leaders at WECHS marked National Flower Day by creating beautiful, hand-arranged bouquets—gifting themselves something meaningful and memorable. We don’t just arrange flowers—we remind ourselves that we’re growing, too.

📸 BSLS at UF | Casual Confidence, Lasting Impact

On E-Board photo day, the changemakers at UF brought their full selves—capturing casual headshots and stills that reflect their strength, authenticity, and leadership.

Auction for Impact: Just Days Left to Give Hope

Every bid tells a story. When you place yours, you’re not just going after an item—you’re standing beside a young woman who dares to lead, dream, and rise.

This is the final week to take part in Big Sister Little Sister Mentoring Program’s first annual Auction for Impact. 🛍️
Your gift helps fund mentorship, scholarships, and leadership opportunities for women and youth across the nation.

Auction closes April 7
🎁 Featuring items from L’Oréal, Cincinnati Reds, Orlando Science Center & more

⏳ There’s still time—but not much. Bid now. And please help us spread the word!

17 Years of Mentorship, Service & Leadership

Join Us in Orlando | BSLS National Conference & Gala 

What began as a spark has become a movement. For 17 years, Big Sister Little Sister Mentoring Program has empowered women and youth to rise, lead, and serve with purpose.

This year, we’re celebrating that legacy—and the future we’re still building.

📍 Orlando, FL — Rosen Shingle Creek
🗓️ May 30-June 1, 2025
🎟️ Reserve your seat or sponsor a student today

 A weekend of awards, connection, leadership, and inspiration!

Why You Belong in the Room?

This isn’t just another event—it’s a defining moment. Whether it's your first time or you’ve been with us from the start, this experience is for you. Here’s why you won’t want to miss it:

✅ Grow with Purpose Participate in transformative workshops and capture your power at on-the-spot headshot stations —designed to elevate your leadership, confidence, and presence.

✅ Build Meaningful Connections Meet fellow world changemakers, alumni, and national leaders who share your values and vision.

✅ Celebrate 17 Years of Impact Honor the legacy, feel the energy, and help shape what’s next.
This is more than a milestone—it’s your moment. Plus, YOU could be nominated for One of 11 national awards at our Gala.

🎟️ Secure Your Spot Today! 👉 Register Here 

Award Nominations are now open and will run through April 30, 2025, so please cast your votes and help us honor our incredible members and mentors at the 17th Anniversary event!

Cast Your VOTE Now!

Eligible voters include BSLS Current Members, Alumni, BSLS Team Members, and Professional Mentors. Please submit your nominations to recognize the individuals who have made a lasting impact on our community.

2025 marks a powerful chapter in our story—and we’re honored to have you walking beside us as we continue uplifting the next generation of world changemakers.

Fundraising Fridays – Help Us Close the Gap!

Did you know? Organizations like BSLS receive less than 2% of charitable funding—yet the need is great, and the impact is real.

💡 Small actions create BIG impact. Your gift—starting at just $3 —can help a future world changemaker access mentorship, education, and life-changing opportunities.

Give with purpose this Friday—and every Friday.

💡 Fundraising Fridays: Join us in raising awareness and support for BSLS by sharing our mission, launching a peer fundraiser, or making a weekly contribution—starting at just $3.
Every act helps build the next generation of changemakers. Your support helps turn purpose into possibility.

💡 Share on social media & invite friends to give

Without support, potential goes unseen. And leadership goes unfunded. So, let’s close this gap—together. Every gift opens the door for someone to lead.

Houston Community Event – Join Us In-Person!

📍 Houston, TX | Next Month – Save the Date for our 11th Annual community impact event!

What to Expect:
🎨 Face Painting and Games
🎁 Giveaways and Community Engagement
🤝 Meet Fellow Neighbors, Houston Leaders and Enjoy Free Food!

📅 April 19th, 2025 — 1PM-4PM

Interested in volunteering, sponsoring, or attending? Sign up here

Don’t Forget: