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Bring Joy This Holiday Season with Big Brothers Big Sisters Adopt-a-Family Initiative

Updated: Oct 28

The holidays are a time for joy, generosity, and connection—and at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa (BBBSIA), it’s also a chance to make the season brighter for youth and families in our mentoring community.


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Adopt-a-Family 🎁

Through Adopt-a-Family, local businesses and generous individuals “adopt” families by purchasing gifts that ensure every child feels the magic of the season. Each donor is matched with a family and provided their holiday wishlist, making it easy to shop for meaningful gifts.



Big Hearts, Little Wishes

Prefer to give through a monetary donation? Our Big Hearts, Little Wishes Campaign helps purchase essentials, extra gifts, and supports the coordination that makes this holiday experience possible. Every contribution brings dignity, warmth, and holiday cheer to families who need it most.

Ways to Get Involved

Whether you’re giving as an individual or through your company, there are many ways to spread joy:

Adopt-a-Family Timeline

  • October 30th: Donor interest forms due

  • November 3rd–7th: Families matched with donors

  • Week of November 10th: Wish lists sent to donors

  • December 10th: Gifts due to BBBSIA

Why It Matters

When you give, you:

  • Directly support local families mentored through BBBSIA

  • Show your commitment to community

  • Help us serve a record number of families this year

Let’s Work Together to Make This Season Bright

This holiday season, you have the power to bring joy, hope, and connection to Central Iowa youth and families. Please click here for a flyer with more details.

📧 Lauryn Nystrom – Lnystrom@bbbsia.org📞 515-650-7038

Together, we can make the season unforgettable.

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