There’s always a lot going on at Big Buddy. We are active in the media – in print, television, radio and Facebook – sharing our mentoring stories and news about everything from expansion plans to funding successes. Many of our stories come fresh from the field via coordinators, Big and Little Buddies, and mothers. They are always a good read!
We’d love to hear your stories about mentoring – please send them to us (here).
“Last Sunday six Wellington Big Buddies and their Little Buddies dusted off the disappointment of the Hurricanes narrow defeat in the Super XV final and ventured into Fergs Kayaks to try their hand at some rock climbing. Some Little Buddy’s were experienced campaigners whereas it was a first for others. Nonetheless, all of the boys […]
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Being a part of the Big Buddy program has not only provided the means for confidence and adventure but it has also bridged the gap between young and old. LB, Codey Dixon (15) and BB, Brandon were matched early 2014 and have never looked back. They have been on many adventures together: biking, kayaking, jet
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What’s great about having a Big Buddy? Taika Harding (9) believes “because if they don’t have one, then they don’t have anything to look forward to”. Taika and his sister Alex lost their father to a brain aneurysm followed by a severe stroke in November 2006. Although their father is still alive, he is mostly
Big Buddy gives Taika something to look forward to Read More »
We sat down with BB, John and LB, Andre to discuss their favourite experiences together and the importance of being a part of Big Buddy.
Video: John and Andre talk about being a part of Big Buddy Read More »
Big Buddy made the cover of the North Shore Times this week. Its an inspiring and heartwarming story and we want the give a big ‘thank you’ to Adrean, her boys and their Big Buddies for being a part of it. You can read the article below North Shore Times front page BB story
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Although they have only been partnered a month LB Mikaere (12) and his BB Tony’s relationship has already made a significant impact. The two have been on a few outings together, spending weekends having adventures and learning new and exciting skills. Learning how to snorkel at the local pools, in the hopes of building up
LB happier in just one month Read More »
Over the past few months we have shared the stories of LB Gary(18) and his BB Shaun Walters. To conclude their story we talked to Gary’s mother, Tracey, about what Big Buddy means to her and how it is not only important for the boys, but to the mothers as well. Here’s Tracey’s story: “It’s
Big Buddy is a mother’s reassurance Read More »
Not-so-little-buddy Jordan Whibley (19) was stoked to catch up with his BB Nathan Trousdell in Auckland recently. These ex-Wellington lads were matched way back in Feb 2009 but haven’t seen each other since Nathan left to work overseas in early 2013. But that didn’t break the bond of friendship … they’ve kept in touch regularly
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LB mother Lei Davis has seen welcome changes in her son Isaiah (11) since he was matched with BB Aidyn just over a year ago. They’ve been on all sorts of adventures, including climbing Rangitoto Island in the Hauraki Gulf. She explains below: “Ziaz really looks forward to Aidyn coming. His eyes have hope, as
Confidence has skyrocketed Read More »
How far would you go for a mate? An extraordinary fundraiser for Big Buddy In early 2006 four Kiwis raised $45,000 for Big Buddy through their participation in an ultra marathon; the Gobi Desert part of the international RaceingThePlanet series. ‘How far would you go for a mate?’ The answer for three Auckland men was
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