Big Brothers Big Sisters of the 7 Rivers Region

Defenders of Potential

aka Big Brothers Big Sisters 7 Rivers Region   |   LA CROSSE, WI   |  www.7riversbbbs.org

Mission

To create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and the promise of youth.

Ruling year info

1993

Executive Director

Mr. Jeff McSweeney

Main address

313 4th St. S

LA CROSSE, WI 54601 USA

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Formerly known as

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Coulee Region

EIN

39-1762460

NTEE code info

Big Brothers, Big Sisters (O31)

IRS filing requirement

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Our programs

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What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

Community Based Youth Mentoring

Children are matched one to one with volunteer Big Brothers, Big Sisters and Big Couples. Community based matches meet weekly at locations throughout the community to share time, experiences, friendship and fun.

Population(s) Served
Children and youth

Site based mentoring matches children and volunteers who meet at school or after school programs. They meet weekly to share activities available at the designated site.

Population(s) Served
Adolescents
Children
Preteens
At-risk youth
Economically disadvantaged people

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Financials

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the 7 Rivers Region

Board of directors
as of 12/01/2020
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board chair

Ms. Heidi Smith

Board leadership practices

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  • Board orientation and education
    Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes
  • CEO oversight
    Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes
  • Ethics and transparency
    Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes
  • Board composition
    Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes
  • Board performance
    Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes