Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Tarrant County Surpasses Goal: 271 New Matches Made in 2025

FORT WORTH, TX — [December 18, 2025] – Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Tarrant County is proud to announce a major achievement: the organization successfully created 271 new matches in 2025, meeting its ambitious goal for the year and setting the stage for even greater impact in 2026.
This milestone means hundreds of local youth now have a caring adult mentor—a “Big”—to provide guidance, encouragement, and a consistent presence in their lives. These one-on-one relationships help ignite the potential in every child, creating brighter futures for families and communities.
“We are thrilled to have reached this goal,” said Ozzie Smith, President of Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Tarrant County. “Each match represents a life-changing connection. Our Bigs and Littles are building relationships that will have a lasting impact for years to come.”
Mentors spend just a few hours a month with their Little, engaging in everyday activities like visiting a park, sharing a meal, or exploring new interests. No special skills are required—just a genuine desire to make a difference.
Key Highlights:
• Goal Achieved: 271 new matches in 2025
• Impact: Hundreds more local youth now connected with positive role models bringing our total to 816 children served in 2025
• Support: Matches are guided by professional case managers to ensure safe, meaningful relationships
Big Brothers Big Sisters invites the community to join us in January as we celebrate National Mentoring Month as we strive to continue to grow our impact for children in our community. Sign up your group or business for a personalized informational presentation and see how you can join our mission in 2026.
For more information or to sign up, contact Taffy Olszewski, Director of Community Engagement at tolszewski@bbbstx.org or (469) 248-4512 or visit https:/bbbstx.org/tarrant-county/.
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About Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star
Big Brothers Big Sisters has served Texas communities since 1927, matching children facing adversity with caring adult mentors. The organization is committed to igniting the potential in every child through one-on-one mentorship.