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BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF LONG ISLAND INC
ISLANDIA, NY · EIN 112422452 · Form 990 · FY2024 · Medium ($1M-$10M) · bbbsli.org
revenue
$3.3M
expenses
$2.7M
net assets
$2.1M
employees
37
volunteers
616
program ratio
72%
mission · from form 990

TO CREATE AND SUPPORT ONE-TO-ONE MENTORING RELATIONSHIPS THAT IGNITE THE POWER AND PROMISE OF YOUTH.

profile · synthesized from sources

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Long Island creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships between adult volunteers and children ages 7–16, with a focus on youth facing adversity. The organization operates community-based and site-based programs across Long Island, including specialized initiatives for siblings of children with special needs and partnerships with first responders. Matches are supported by professional staff and involve consistent, low-cost activities designed to build trust, confidence, and long-term positive development in youth.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $125K
    AS IN THE ADULT BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS PROGRAM, THE SITE BASED MENTORING PROGRAM'S GOAL IS TO PROVIDE YOUNG CHILDREN WITH A SPECIAL OLDER FRIEND TO ASSIST IN BRINGING THE CHILDREN INTO A WHOLESOME MATURITY BY SPENDING CONSISTENT TIME WITH HIM/HER DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR.
named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

Bigs in Blue
Partners with police, firefighters, and first responders to serve as mentors, building trust between youth and public safety personnel.
Community-Based Mentoring Programs
Matches adult volunteers (Bigs) with children ages 7–16 (Littles) for regular, one-to-one outings and relationship-building activities in the community, supported by professional staff.
Holiday for Kids’ Sake
Hosts holiday events and gift drives to bring joy to BBBSLI families, supported by toy and gift card donations from the community.
Sibling Support Program
Provides mentoring for siblings of children with special needs through the community-based model, offering additional individualized attention and support.
Site-Based Programs
Facilitates mentoring matches in supervised settings such as schools and workplaces, including High School Bigs Mentoring, College Mentoring, and Workplace Mentoring programs.
Sports Buddies
Engages Littles and their Bigs in sports and physical activities to promote healthy lifestyles and positive mentorship for children facing adversity.
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Youth One-on-One Mentoring 7 activities
    • Big Couples Mentoring Program
      Enables married or long-term partner volunteers to jointly mentor a child through one-to-one relationships, with over 70 boys currently waiting for a match.
    • Community-Based One-to-One Mentoring
      Provides community-based, one-to-one mentoring relationships between adult volunteers ("Bigs") and children ("Littles") facing family or environmental challenges, with matches meeting 2–3 times per month for shared activities to build lasting connections.
    • Positive Youth Development Outcomes
      Supports mentees in improving decision-making, avoiding risky behaviors, building trust with caregivers, and maintaining or improving their attitudes and outlook on life through consistent mentoring relationships.
    • Sibling Support Program
      Provides community-based mentoring for siblings of children with special needs through volunteer mentors who offer individualized attention and regular shared activities, supporting their emotional and social development.
    • Site-Based Mentoring Program
      Operates year-round site-based mentoring programs in Nassau and Suffolk counties, including school-based matches between elementary students and high school or college student mentors, and workplace mentoring for middle school students focused on career exploration.
    • Sports Buddies Program
      Runs a mentoring program that pairs youth with mentors through structured physical activities, combining sports and relationship-building to support youth development.
    • Youth Educational Support
      Supports youth in the program to achieve academic and life milestones, including grade promotion, high school graduation, and college acceptance, through mentoring and guidance.
  • Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
    • Boat Raffle Fundraiser
      Conducts an annual boat raffle to raise funds specifically for youth mentorship programs on Long Island.
  • Discount Retail for Reuse 1 activity
    • Donation Drives and Pickup Program
      Operates year-round donation drives and a six-day-per-week pickup service across Long Island for gently used items, which are converted into funding to support mentoring programs.
  • Charity Event Organization 1 activity
    • Fundraising Events
      Organizes annual fundraising events including the "Bold Steps Walk | Little Feet. Big Strides" and the 2026 Ferrari Car Show to raise awareness, engagement, and financial support for youth mentoring programs.
  • Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
    • Group Match Activities
      Hosts no-cost group events several times per month to strengthen mentor-mentee bonds and foster community among participants in the mentoring program.
  • Mentorship and Professional Development Programs 1 activity
    • Mentor and Mentee Support Services
      Provides ongoing professional support and monitoring for mentoring relationships through Match Support Specialists, including training, guidance, and relationship management throughout the duration of each match.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$3.30M
Contributions & grants$2.77M84%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$145K4%
Other revenue$383K
expenses
Total expenses$2.71M
Program expenses72%
Admin / overhead9%
Fundraising19%
Salaries & benefits$1.99M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.60M
Cash$291K
Investments$2.05M
Liabilities$458K
Net assets$2.14M
Liquid reserves10.4 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +16.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 4
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Mark Cox CEO 28 $233K
Meredith Michaels Chief Dev & Mkt Officer 35 $168K
Fabiola Turner Chief Program Officer 35 $151K
Kereyne St Hillaire CFO 28 $131K
board members · 19
  • Anil Jagtiani — Director
  • Bert Lurch — Director
  • Elizabeth Meyers — Director
  • Heather Bowen-Leaver — Director
  • Keith Miller — Director
  • Kelly Stanley — Director
  • Kristin Thorne — Director
  • Michael Brown — Director
  • Michael Capilets — Director
  • Michael Paley — Secretary
  • Michael Quattrucci — Director
  • Michele Cusack — Director
  • Nancy Foster — Treasurer
  • Paul Moran — Director
  • Praveen Anumolu — Director
  • Richard Grossi — Board Chair
  • Thomas Slome — Director
  • Tim Foley — Vice President
  • Vic Verola — Director
relationships · 14

Who they work with

  • Big Brothers Big Sisters International Network — Member of the international network operated by Big Brothers Big Sisters International.
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Network — Member of the national Big Brothers Big Sisters network, as indicated by use of BBBSA-branded application portal.
  • Facebook Network — Has a presence on Facebook to share organizational updates and engage supporters.
  • Ferrari Club of America’s Long Island Chapter Partner — Partner in organizing the 2026 Ferrari Car Show community and fundraising event.
  • Instagram Network — Has a presence on Instagram to share visual content and engage with followers.
  • JP Morgan Partner — Corporate volunteer group that participates in BBBSLI activities.
  • LinkedIn Network — Has a presence on LinkedIn for professional engagement and organizational outreach.
  • Mark Cox Partner — Contact person for event participation and partnership inquiries
  • The Official Ferrari Dealer of Long Island Partner — Presenting partner of the 2026 Ferrari Car Show fundraiser.
  • Twitter Network — Has a presence on Twitter to share organizational updates and engage supporters.
  • YouTube Network — Has a presence on YouTube to share videos and organizational content.
  • firefighters Partner — Includes firefighters as volunteer mentors through the Bigs in Blue program.
  • local police force Partner — Partners with local police in the Bigs in Blue program to connect officers with youth as mentors.
  • sheriff’s office Partner — Engages sheriff’s office personnel as mentors through the Bigs in Blue program.
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Consistency and Relational Depth as Foundational to Mentoring Impact
    methodology: relational_consistency_model
    By prioritizing consistent, regular interactions and emotionally grounded relationships between mentors and youth, the organization builds trust and relational continuity that enable experiential learning, guided reflection, and positive behavioral change because stable, predictable adult presence is the mechanism through which youth develop confidence and decision-making skills.
  • Evidence-Based Mentoring with Ongoing Evaluation and Support
    methodology: evidence_based_mentoring
    By using a structured mentoring system that includes ongoing evaluation, training, and support—proven effective through independent research—the organization improves youth outcomes in education, behavior, and relationships because continuous feedback and professional oversight strengthen mentor effectiveness and relationship quality.
  • One-to-One Mentoring with Professional Support
    methodology: one_to_one_mentoring
    By pairing youth with adult volunteer mentors in sustained, one-to-one relationships supported by professional staff, the organization fosters healthy development and lasting impact because structured, consistent, and monitored relationships create safe, trusting environments that promote youth confidence, decision-making, and avoidance of risky behaviors.