Paint the Town Green
September 13-19, 2026
Deadline for businesses to RSVP for Paint the Town Green is September 1, 2026
CELEBRATE THE POWER OF MENTORSHIP
#PTTGwithBBBS and #PaintTheTownGreenNevada highlights the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters and the life-changing impact mentoring has on youth. By participating, you’ll help spark conversations, inspire others to become Bigs, and show that each of us has a role to play in creating BIGGER futures.
WHAT
This is NOT a fundraiser. We’re simply asking local businesses and organizations like yours to visibly Paint the Town Green by incorporating green into your space during the designated week. This is a powerful, community-wide initiative asking local businesses to visually champion mentorship by incorporating green into their spaces.
WHY
To inspire more individuals to step up as mentors, helping us connect more children with the life-changing relationships that empower them to thrive, dream big, and build their brightest possible futures. By participating, you’ll help spark crucial conversations and show that each of us plays a vital role in creating BIGGER futures for our youth.
HOW
It’s simple. Look for local businesses displaying green-themed items, lights, or messages across Northern Nevada. Engage with these businesses, learn more about our mission, and discover how you can Become a Big by supporting youth mentorship in our community.
MATCH STORIES
Paint the Town Green #PTTGwithBBBS
Weekend under the lights for these Matches! Thanks @renoaces for a great outing.
#ittakeslittletobebig #bbbsnnev #mentorship
Some call it the “best picnic of their lives” and who are we to disagree?
Matches, please join us, July 23 for our annual summer hoopla! We are going BIG this years to celebrate 25-years in Northern Nevada.
This even is matches only. RSVP via the link in our bio.
#25yearcelebration #ittakeslittletobebig
Swinging for a great cause. #ItTakesLittleToBeBig
Thank you to the 288 golfers, 60+ volunteers, and sponsors who helped us make this year`s tournament possible!
#BiggestLittleGolfTournament #BBBSNN #RenoEvents #MentorshipMatters
We are bursting with pride as we celebrate our 12 graduating Littles!
They entered our program as young people discovering who they are. Now, they are walking across the stage as confident, resilient leaders ready to take on the world. Whether they are heading to UNR’s nursing program, diving into TMCC’s technician program, or launching careers right here in Northern Nevada, they are stepping into their next chapter with a steady anchor of support in their corner.
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Your stories are just beginning, and we can’t wait to see where they lead.
Head to the link in our bio to read the full blog post and celebrate their amazing journey!
#BBBSNN #ClassOf2026 #BiggerTogether #NorthernNevada #MentorshipMatters #RenoGrads
BIG news, we are thrilled to announce the co-recipients of the 2026 Osborne Community Hero Award! Legendary local culinary visionaries @markesteechef and @chefcolin1967!
These two extraordinary individuals do so much more than run award-winning kitchens. They are true Defenders of Potential. For years, Mark and Colin have been founding pillars of our Big Chefs Big Gala, donating their incredible talents, rallying the local food community, and pouring mentorship and resources into Northern Nevada’s youth. For this reason, and so many more, we are excited to celebrate their profound impact at the 25th Anniversary Big Chefs Big Gala on September 26, 2026!
Help us congratulate Mark and Colin in the comments!
#BBBSNN #BigChefsBigGala #NorthernNevada #DefendersOfPotential #MentorshipMatters #SupportLocalYouth
25 years of showing up for Northern Nevada`s youth. We couldn`t think of a better way to mark the milestone than cutting the ribbon on our brand new headquarters. 🎉
None of it would be possible without the people who make this organization what it is: our dedicated staff, our visionary Board, the donors, volunteers, Bigs, Littles, and community partners who have invested in young people across our region year after year.
A huge thank you to the Thelma B. and Thomas P. Hart Foundation, the Nell J. Redfield Foundation, MacKenzie Scott, and so many others who helped make our new home a reality. Your generosity built more than a building; you helped build the future of mentorship in Northern Nevada.
Here`s to the next generation of Bigs, Littles, and lives changed. 💚
#BBBSNN #DefendingPotential #ItTakesLittleToBeBig #MentorshipMatters
We are excited to invite our Matches back to our Annual Summer Picnic! One of our largest Match events of the year!
Come celebrate 25 years of mentorship with us on July 23!
RSVP online or to your MSS! This is a Matches ONLY event.
#ittakeslittletobebig #defendingpotential
