April 2012

1229 S. St. Francis Drive, Suite C, Santa Fe, NM 87505 ● 505-983-8360 ● www.bbbsnorthernnm.org

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern New Mexico

In This Issue: Donor Spotlight: Elizabeth Pinson, pg 2 ● JUST 1 campaign, pg 2 ● Giving Kids a Chance, pg 3 Donor list, pg 4 & 5, ● Reasons & Ways to Give, pg. 4 ● Bowl For KIds’ Sake, pg 6 & 7 ● Contact Us, pg 8 ● Little Gala For a Big Cause, pg 8

Letter from the CEO

Andrea Fisher Maril, CEO Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern New Mexico

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Last year we matched 709 children in strong and enduring professionally supported 1-to-1 mentoring relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. Our matches grew by six percent in a year when most agencies matched fewer kids than in the year before.

But that’s not enough. In New Mexico, 44 percent of high school age children fail to graduate within four years. That figure rises to 48 percent for Hispanic students and 50 percent for Native Americans.

Youth identified to be a higher than average risk for failing to complete their high school education benefit greatly from being matched with an adult mentor, specifically in the areas of improved school performance, better school attendance, higher GPAs, higher self-confidence and better attitudes toward school.

In the counties we serve, we project that 18,000 or more kids need mentoring. If every at-risk youth in New Mexico had a caring adult mentor, many statewide education and work force issues could be dramatically improved.

You can help. In our new strategic plan we vowed to match ten percent of kids in need in northern New Mexico by 2020. That means we need lots and lots and lots of wonderful new mentors. And the best source of new Bigs is. . . . YOU!

JUST ONE If each of our current Bigs and Board folks and donors refers just one Big, we can change the lives of 1,800 kids. Your friend, your coworker, your family, or you: who will your Big be?

Thanks so much for all you do!

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Elizabeth Pinson had known about Big Brothers Big Sisters for years. Her friend, Jane Bernard, had been a Big Sister to a girl named Corinne for seven years. Elizabeth had the pleasure of accompanying Corinne and Jane on a few of their match activities and watching Corinne grow up into a confident young lady. “I thought it was so neat to be a witness to that kind of mentoring,” says Elizabeth. I had never thought about it before and I’m forever grateful to Jane for introducing me to the program.”

After attending the Mayor’s Ball 2010, which benefited Big Brothers Big Sisters, Elizabeth was once again inspired by her friend Jane, who spoke at the event and created a touching video for the program.

“I’m so impressed that Corinne went to college out of state, attended grad school and traveled the world – and that no one had ever done that in her family. It takes a supportive environment to do that – support that can’t always come from family,” explains Elizabeth.

At the Mayor’s Ball that evening, Elizabeth gave a donation to Big Brothers Big Sisters because she wanted to support what she saw. “I knew about the situation with Corinne and Jane, and I had seen the changes and heard the stories that were shared at the Ball,” says Elizabeth. “Big Brothers Big Sisters is a very worthwhile investment that supports positive growth and goes full circle. Whether you’re a Big or a donor, you support the organization that supports the Bigs and Littles.”

That night, Elizabeth did more than give a monetary donation – she also signed up to be a Big Sister. She was matched in December 2010 with Marissa, a delightful eight-year-old. Watching Marissa grow up has been a wonderful education for Elizabeth, and the two of them have so much fun together. Marissa is very creative, and they like doing art projects, reading and going to museums.

As Marissa gets older, Elizabeth will encourage her to finish school and to get some kind of continuing education afterwards. “I want Marissa to know that she has options – some that she may have never been presented with before,” explains Elizabeth. “I want to encourage her to think about what she would like to do with her life and to have dreams.”

In October 2011, it was Elizabeth and Marissa’s turn to inspire the audience, as they told their story during The Little Gala For a Big Cause. “Young people need to have strong community support to build lives beyond their families, to help them get through tough spots, to encourage them to look beyond typical patterns and to learn healthier ways to live their lives. Big Brothers Big Sisters helps provide that for kids, and provides support for their families.”

Photo Captions: Above: Elizabeth and Marissa share their story during the 2011 Gala. Below: Elizabeth and Marissa went swimming during the annual Big Brothers Big Sisters picnic.

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It isn’t luck that helps some kids succeed - it’s volunteers and

supporters like you!

In order to help us serve 805 kids in 2012, we are asking our supporters to think of one person– JUST 1, that would be a great Big

Brother or Big Sister and tell them about the program. Maybe it’s a friend, a co-worker, a significant other, a neighbor – maybe it’s

YOU! Just a few hours a month is all it takes to make a difference and help kids succeed.

Contact your local office today (see contact information on pg. 8) or visit us

on the web at www.bbbsnorthernnm.org to find out how you can start something

BIG in your community.

Donor Spotlight: Elizabeth Pinson Alejandro & Rick

Esperanza & Caitlin

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Giving Kids a ChanceOur StaffAndrea Fisher Maril, CEOChris AlexanderAlyssa BennerKenna ChavarriaBernard ChimoniKim DassoCarissa EretChristy FickeIris HillisCheryl JohnsonSarah LuginbuhlMonica MartinezRosalinda MontoyaAna MayorEmily NunezDelores Ortega Emily PachecoMaggie RomighRon RuybalLois StagnerTashima Wildrose

Big Brothers Big SistersExecutive Board

Executive Board Officers:Connor Browne, PresidentPhyllis Gonzales Vice President Heather Brady, TreasurerRandy Dry, Co-SecretaryAshlyn Perry, Co-Secretary

Board Members:Chip ChippeauxTimothy FarrellCarlos GonzalesKatherine JetterLarry JobeMelanie MacGillvrayThomas OdaiRobin Smith

Los Alamos & Rio Arriba County Regional BoardArt BrownLiz Cavasos, ChairKelly MyersDr. Cedric PageMelissa RomeroRaelynn RomeroLiza SalazarBen Sandoval

McKinley County Regional BoardYavon DevlinAmy HaightSteve HarperAta Lth Chee Montaño, ChairJudith GrijalvaRebecca OstrovskyAlice Perez

San Miguel/Mora Regional BoardMichael AdamsAfsaneh BootheLillian Estrada, ChairSharon GarciaLisa GriegoMercy Lopez, SecretaryPatricia E. Martinez, Co-ChairEugene Romero

Santa Fe Regional BoardAmy Catanach, Co-SecretaryLisa Hecker, Co-SecretaryPeter LovatoJulie Roybal Robinson, Vice ChairTaryn M. Sanford, ChairHalle TreanorShanna Webb

Regional BoardsOur goal is to serve 805 children in 2012...

Yes, that is a really high number and a huge percentage increase over the goal of 700 last year. When I wonder if we can achieve this goal – I look at this photo of Program Specialists Iris Hillis and Kenna Chavaria standing with Rocky in Philadephia. This photo just says it all. Yes we can set high goals and realize them with the support of our Amazing Volunteer Mentors, our Executive and Regional Board Members, and our generous community, corporate partners and staff!

But just serving large numbers isn’t enough. Our goal is to document “what we achieve” and “why it matters” on an ongoing basis. With the Youth Outcome Survey, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern New Mexico has the capability to measure and report on the success of our matches, with a

rigorous methodology that is unmatched in the mentoring community.

The first-ever Big Brothers Big Sisters Youth Outcomes Summary, released in 2012, substantiates that BBBS mentoring programs have proven, positive, academic, socio-emotional and behavioral outcomes for youth in areas linked to high school graduation, avoidance of juvenile delinquency and college or job readiness.

The new Youth Outcomes Report substantiates what we get the opportunity to see first-hand—that our programs are having a positive, life-changing impact in multiple areas that are directly linked to future success. This is a real milestone as we hold ourselves accountable to the children and families we serve, and our volunteers, donors and community partners who provide the resources that make our work possible.

Program Specialists Iris Hillis and Kenna Chavaria believe they can accomplish this goal, and so do the rest of the staff and boards.

Little Brother Alex with

Bigs Ryan & Becky “Sure wish there would more Thursdays in a week so we can have our

meeting day more often!” - Chantel, with her Big Sister DeniseBBBS of Northern NM 2011 Youth Outcome Survey data shows us that kids in our program

had a Statistically Significant Improvement in three specific areas:●Social acceptance●Education expectations – (specifically the expectation to finish high school)●Parental trust

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Thank You For Helping Us Make More Matches!

1. In December, we were notified that the Big Brothers Big Sisters community-based mentoring model has been reviewed and approved by the National Registry of Effective Practices (NREPP), a leading authority on evidence-based programs. In the world of evidence-based programs, having the endorsement of NREPP carries tremendous credibility for our government and other funding partners.

2. Our “intentionality” work continues to gain recognition. In late November, the National Congress of American Indians, the most influential national organization in Indian country, passed a resolution supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring of young Native Americans. Support from this Native American legislative body opens the door for significant tribal mentoring and partnership opportunities for Big Brothers Big Sisters.

3. Philanthropedia named Big Brothers Big Sisters its #1 rated high impact national non-profit serving at-risk youth!

Reasons To Give

Aarons Sales & Lease Santa FeAcoma Optical Aegis Business ServicesPatrick AlaridAllene & Jerome Lapides FoundationAlpha-Graphics*Alta Vista Regional HospitalAltura Communication SolutionsAMAVI*Nikki Ankerson*Dennis AragonAT&T*Luis AvilaSusan BallatiBank of AlbuquerqueBank of America Matching GiftsBarbara Rosen Antique & Estate Jewelry*David and Lisa BarkerBeaver Toyota ScionBeeman Jewelry Design*Benevolent Protective Order of Elks #408Jane BernardMyrna and Barry BernardCarrie and Bruce BertramChris BeyerEddie BiakeddyBig Brothers Big Sisters of AmericaBig Brothers Big Sisters of Central New Mexico Donation Center, Inc.Saneh BootheJason and Heather BradySanford and Jane BricknerConnor Browne and Christina PriceJim and Noel BrowneCafe Cafe*Lee Cabeza de VacaJean-Pierre CampbellAndy CarrabasJeff CaseCastle FurnitureElizabeth CavasosCentury BankChalmers Capitol Ford LincolnChamisa Ridge*Scott and Elizabeth ChristopherChristus St. Vincent Regional Medical CenterCombined Federal CampaignComcast Gallup

Community 1st BankLisa Condon*County of McKinleyMike CrowellKelly Cunningham*Sandy and Chip CunninghamLes and Eudice DalyHouston and Alice DavisDavid and Deborah DouglasBennie and Patsy DryBrad DryRandall Dry & Ocean Munds-DryElite LaundryCarissa and Jesse EretRebecca FainFamily Options, LLCTim Farrell and Kristina AlleyFeather & Fur Pet Care*Christy FickeFirefly Lighting*First American Credit UnionFirst National Bank of Santa FeTed FlickerFort Marcy Hotel Suites*Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2811Fraternal Order of Police #3William and Elinor FriesGal-A-BowlFran Gallegos*Mike GarciaJohn and Elizabeth GardnerCarlos and Rachel GonzalesGenesis Spas & Pool Supply, LLCGill, Kohr & Johnson, CPAs, LLCBrian & Phyllis GonzalesGrand Prix de Santa Fe*Nancy GravesGuadalupe Credit UnionHands Across CulturesElena Higgins*

Hilton Santa Fe Golf Resort and Spa at Buffalo Thunder*Katrina HolderHome Depot GallupHotel Santa FeLenore HoustonVincent and Vicki HowellHUB International Insurance ServicesHutton Broadcasting*IAIABarbara IngramJ. Edwards Diamonds*Pat and Franz JahodaDiane JamesAaron JaramilloKatherine Jetter and Dan BurrellLarry JobeMarinne and Bob Kapain*Kempter Art*Kmart*Fred KolberKohl’sKRSN AM1490*Bettie and Robert KroutilAllene LapidesLa Posada*Kerry LeeLos Alamos National BankLos Alamos National Security, LLCEugene LovatoPeter Lovato*M. Gale & Associates, LLCKirk W. & Melanie MacGillivrayGilbert MackeyHugh MacRaeMichael MahonyAndrea Fisher MarilMonica & Felipe MartinezMayberry Plastic Surgery*Mayor’s Community Initiative FundCheryl M. McChesneyBarbara McColmMaureen McGuire and Peter GozarBrian and Karin McMahonMcPartlon Roofing LLC*

2011 Donors ($500+)

Ways to Give The Gift of FriendshipBowl for Kids’ SakeHit the lanes and start bowling strikes for this annual event to help raise money for Big Brothers Big Sisters.Foundation & Corporate GivingPhilanthropy starts with you. Big Brothers Big Sisters is grateful for financial support from foundations and corporations.

Friends Asking FriendsUse e-mail and social media to build awareness and raise funds. It’s fun and easy!Planned GivingStart putting your trust in us—literally. Making us a part of your trust, bequest or endowment can start many years of giving.Stocks & Securities Start helping kids profit. Many donors are now making gifts to us in the form of stocks, bonds and mutual funds.

The Little Gala For a Big Cause Become a sponsor, an auction item donor or an attendee. Event features an exciting auction, dinner prepared by Santa Fe’s top chefs and live entertainment.

Contact Monica Martinez at 983-8360 or email mmartinez@bbbsnorthernnm.org to learn more or visit www.bbbsnorthernnm.org/donate

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Sue Ann Mikrut*Joni MillerWanesia Misquadace and Fritz J. Casuse*Leigh MoiolaRoger H. MooreMorgan Stanley Smith BarneyAlex and Kim MotolaKelly and Steve MyersMarty NewmanNew Mexico Auto WholesalersNew Mexico Bank and TrustBrett and Cindy NewberryNextGen-ITNiman Fine Art*NNM Los Alamos United WayTom OdaiRachel O’Keefe and Steve BohlinDonna Okinga-NathanSandy OstermanPaul and Rebecca OstrovskyEmily PachecoPackard’s on the Plaza*Cedric PageDan and Ashlyn PerryPietro Pertusini*Phyllis Frier Worth Collection*Pinnacle BankElizabeth PinsonPamela PorterDennis Price and Olivia RitchieDennis and Patricia PriceMia PrieskornQueen’s Ransom*Qwest FoundationJohee and Lee RandRed Rock Balloon Rally Association*Wayne and Holly RedmondREV Digital Video Productions*Beverly Rhymes*Barbara Roastingear and Henry Oliver IIICarmen Rodriguez and Penny SandovalRosemont Realty

Rubin Katz Law FirmCaroline RussellChristopher RyonBarbara Salas & Jake Rodriguez*Saffron of Santa Fe*Sam’s Club #6408San Juan County PartnershipLeon SandersfeldSangre De Cristo Broadcasting Co Inc*Santa Fe BMW*Santa Fe Community FoundationSanta Fe Downtown Kiwanis FoundationSanta Fe Mazda VolvoFred and Molly SeibelSherri Mann and Associates*Robin Smith and Danny O’NeilSoaring Eagle FoundationJoan and Robert SobelSouthwestern Title and EscrowSolution Centered Psychotherapy*Sotheby’s International RealtySouthwest Airlines Co.*Southwest Capital BankSpindoc Bike Shop and Indoor Cycling Center*Splash Broadcasting*Linda Storm*Sherry SullivanState Employees Credit UnionState Farm Insurance

State of NM, Department of Finance & AdministrationStephen’s A Consignment Gallery*Sloan and Leah SwansonTai Gallery/Textile ArtsTaos Community FoundationTechnology Solutions NM - IT 3.0 + Computer SupportThe Electric Horsemen, Inc.The Ostrovsky Family Charitable FundThe Reel Life*Thornburg Investment ManagementThunderbird Supply Co.Stanley H. TomchinTri-State Generation and TransmissionLanell TweddleUnited Way of Northern New MexicoBryan and Loraine UphamMarian Urban*Vanessie of Santa Fe*Wells Fargo Bank GallupRick WhitehouseVin Walden and Laura PochLei Wang and Charlotte HanWashington FederalDakota Weiss*Wells FargoWestern Refining SW. Inc.YouthWorks

Annual Campaign $45,200 3%Gala $250,609 19% Grants & Contributions $315,760 23%Government $594,107 44% Bowl For Kids Sake $140,707 10% Other $11,143 1%

Total: $1,357,526 100%

“I donate because I am a mother, and I believe every child should get a chance to succeed” - Cheryl Johnson

2011 Donors continued (500+)

JoJo & Jeremiah

Thank you Bowl For Kids’ Sake 2012 Sponsors!*

Aaron’s Sales and Lease Aegis Albertson’s Alphagraphics Alpine Lumber Co. Altamira Financial Altura Communications AM Appliance and Mobile Home Supply American Tire Factory Butlers Office Equipment and Supply Cait Co Drainworks Castle Furniture Century Bank CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical CenterClay Fultz Insurance Clear Channel Radio Coal Street Pub Community First Bank Coronado Paint & Decorating Center, Inc. Dallago Corporation Dental Innovations Earl’s Restaurant eClinicalWorks Ed Corley’s Nissan Firestone Four Corners Welding and Gas Gal-a-Bowl Gallup Custom Tinting Gallup Housing Authority Gallup Lions Club Gallup Noonday Kiwanis ClubGenoveva Chavez Community Center Genesis Spa & Pool Supply Guadalupe Credit Union Hotel Santa Fe Hutton Broadcasting

Junction RestaurantKFUN Kiwanis Club of Las Vegas KRSN Los Alamos National LaboratoryLos Alamos National Security, LLCLos Alamos National Bank Millenium Media Navajo Nation Gas & Oil Co. New Mexico Bank & Trust New Mexico Gas Pinnacle Bank Plan A Architecture Premier Motorcars Pronto Signs & Graphics Richardson’s Trading Co. Round the Roundhouse Sam’s Club SANBUSCO Market Center Santa Fe Screenprinters Sherry Sullivan Sothby’s International Realty Southwest Capital Bank Southwest Mobile Strike Gold Lanes Sullivan, Field & Smith, LLC Supersmith Technology Solutions The Historic Plaza Hotel Thornburg Investment ManagementTrailer RanchUS Bank Gallup Vernon Hamilton Construction Company Wells Fargo Bank West End Donut and Deli Western Refining Zuni Coffee

Little Sister Maryjane & Big Sister Autumn

*Sponsors as of March 1, 2012

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Help us raise $160,000 or more during Bowl For Kids’ Sake 2012 to support matches and serve more kids in Northern New Mexico!

Bowl for Kids’ Sake29th annual 29th annual

2012 Bowl For Kids’ Sake Dates:

First Gentleman’ s Bowl (for government teams)Saturday, April 14th Strike Gold Lanes, Pojoaque

Sessions: 3:00 PM, 5:30 PM & 8:00 PM

Community Bowls:Sunday, April 15th, Strike Gold Lanes, Pojoaque

Sessions: 1:00 PM, 3:30 PM & 5:30 PM

Saturday, April 21, Strike Gold Lanes Sessions: 10:00 AM, 12:30 PM & 3:00 PM

Sunday, April 22nd, Wii Bowl at The Historic Plaza Hotel in Las Vegas

Sessions: 1:00 PM & 3:30 PM

Saturday, April 28th, Gal-A-Bowl in Gallup Sessions: 3:30 PM & 6:00 PM

What is Bowl for Kids’ Sake? Bowl For Kids’ Sake is one of Big Brothers Big Sisters’ largest fundraising events and a fun and easy way to positively impact a child’s life. It’s about having fun to help kids continue on a positive path. By supporting Bowl for Kids’ Sake, you can Start Something in your community – more Bigs and Littles can be paired up, more friendships can be gained, and improved outlooks on life can be started.

Show your spirit and have some fun! The Bealls Team from Gallup

proudly display their trophy!

We need 205 teams to reach our goal!

Help us one get JUST 1 more team!Become a team captain, join a friend’s

team or donate!

Grand Prize:

Enjoy a one week stay in a Long Beach Island beach house! Little Brother Bobby with Big Brother Greg

decorate pins during a match activity.

Located directly on the bay, only 2 blocks from the beach. This home is nearly 3,000 sq ft. and sleeps 10.

Only 45 minutes from Atlantic City. Magnificent sunset and Atlantic City

views. Comes with kayaks, fishing poles, a dock and a hot tub.

The Grand Prize goes to the individual who raises the most money. Last year’s

winner raised over $3,000!

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Grant Souces

Bowl For Kids’ Sake 2012

Special Thanks to the following

Get creative with your team outfits

and show some spirit!

Governor Martinez and First Gentleman Chuck Franco had a

blast during the first annual 1st Gentleman’s Bowl in 2011...

and they’ll be back in 2012!

Statewide Sponsor:

Title Sponsors

To form a team:Contact your local office

(info on back page) or e-mail Ron Ruybal at rruybal@bbbsnorthernnm.org for

pick up or delivery of your team captain packet, OR download the necessary

documents at www.bbbsnorthernnm.org/bowl.

“I formed my first team 2 years ago, right before I was matched with my Little Sister Alondra. I knew I was going to become a Big, so I wanted to help support my match!” - Amy Catanach, Big Sister, Bowl For Kids’ Sake Co-Chair and returning Team Captain

Amy & Alondra

Little Sister Grace & Big Sister Jacqueline decorate

bowling pins for the event.

1. Start a team. Teams are formed with five members, including the team captain. Consider creating a team with co-workers, family, neighbors and friends.

2. Raise Pledges. Each bowler is asked to raise a minimum of $100 in sponsorships for a total of $500 per team. Special prizes are awarded to those who raise at least $500. The more you raise the better prizes you become eligible for!

3. Celebrate on event day, with free food, prizes and of course...BOWLING!

It’s easy to get involved!Just follow the simple steps:

Kim’s Katz

Ashley & Belen

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1229 S. St. Francis Dr. Suite C Santa Fe, NM 87505

Satellite OfficesSan Miguel/ Mora Counties T. (505) 426-8510801 Friedman Ave. / P.O. Box 1465 Las Vegas, NM 87701

McKinley County Office T. (505) 728-8356; (505) 728-2120 Catholic Indian Center503 West Highway 66Gallup, NM 87301

Additional County Contact Information:Los Alamos (505) 505-990-0095; (505)-699-6267Rio Arriba: (505)-614-4231Taos (866) 983-8360All counties may use the toll-free number 1-866-983-8360friend us on facebook! www.facebook.com/bbbsnnm

Main Office1229 S. St. Francis Drive, Suite CSanta Fe, NM 87505T (505) 983-8360 F (505) 983-1280TF 1-866-983-8360www.bbbsnorthernnm.org

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Save the Date For The Little Gala For A Big Cause!

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Date: Saturday, October 6, 2012Location: Hilton Santa Fe Golf Resort

and Spa at Buffalo Thunder Honorary Chairs: Governor Susana

Martinez & First Gentleman Chuck Franco

Event features an exciting auction with jewelry, trips, restaurants, spa services, and our signature BIG Board Items. Dinner prepared by Santa Fe’s top chefs

coordinated by Saffron of Santa Fe. Save the date and enjoy a night of luxury all to benefit the children of Northern New Mexico. For sponsorships, tickets or

information about serving on the Gala committee call 983-8360.