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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monterey Bay sent a letter to its mentors on Monday announcing that it would halt its mentoring services after more than four decades after its board of directors moved to cease operations and disaffiliate from Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monterey Bay will discontinue its mentoring services on June 30 after more than 44 years in Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito counties, the organization announced in a letter to its mentors on Monday.
The move stems from the organization’s board of directors’ decision to cease operations and disaffiliate from Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, according to the letter.
“While this chapter is coming to a close, we remain incredibly proud of the impact this organization has had on our community over the past four decades,” the letter reads. “Our highest priority during this transition is supporting the children, families, and mentors currently participating in our programs.”
Established in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is a major youth mentoring organization that matches adult volunteers with children ages 5 to young adulthood for one-to-one mentoring.
The letter did not give a reason for the decision. Lookout has reached out to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monterey Bay and its executive director, Santa Cruz City Councilmember Gabriela Trigueiro, for comment.
According to the letter, those interested in future Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring opportunities in Santa Cruz, Monterey, or San Benito counties may contact Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay Area for potential program availability.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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