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).
Big Buddy recently welcomed eight Auckland based boys currently waiting for a Big Buddy match to the Skipperi Boating Event at Gulf Harbour. Any nerves made way for pure enthusiasm as the boys headed out onto the Hauraki Gulf with experienced Skipperi skippers and a selection of Big Buddies for the day. This annual event, […]
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Big Buddy celebrated the launch of our new Big Buddy Group Programme on a sunny spring day at the beautiful Puketutu Island Estate. We took the opportunity to thank some of the many Auckland based sponsors, funders, donors and supporters who have helped build Big Buddy into the organisation we are today. It was a
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Big Buddy is embracing change by launching a new mentoring programme designed to support more boys faster. Older boys’ needs are more complex in today’s society and supporting them is more challenging. Adding to this, there is a shortage of volunteers coming forward, (the volunteer workforce is shrinking and aging according to Te Tari Taiwhenua
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We are thrilled to announce we have been selected as the official charity partner for Auckland’s exciting Chasing the Fox this December, a golf event which brings some of New Zealand’s biggest name to the course. Chasing the Fox is a six-hole golf event that combines golf with a festive party atmosphere. The event features New Zealand golf
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Big Buddy is proud to announce that two outstanding team members will be stepping up to be the new leaders of the organisation, bringing a blend of vast experience and passion as well as business acumen.
Long serving Operations Manager Steve Sobota and Partnership Manager Christie Stuart will take over the reins at the end of July.
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Big Buddy is proud to announce that two outstanding team members will be stepping up to be the new leaders of the organisation, bringing a blend of vast experience and passion as well as business acumen.
Long serving Operations Manager Steve Sobota and Partnership Manager Christie Stuart will take over the reins at the end of July.
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Big Buddy is proud to announce that two outstanding team members will be stepping up to be the new leaders of the organisation, bringing a blend of vast experience and passion as well as business acumen.
Long serving Operations Manager Steve Sobota and Partnership Manager Christie Stuart will take over the reins at the end of July.
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Big Buddies Karl and Raj teamed up and took their Little Buddies Tāne and Martyn out together on a fishing trip. And although they didn’t catch any dinner, they did find deeper, long lasting benefits.
Like most charities, we rely on the generosity of our community to keep making a positive difference. But, this support doesn’t always need to be in cash. We run several events and fundraising activities throughout the year to help raise much-needed funds.
7 Little Buddies embarked on an unforgettable 5-day adventure at the Hillary Outdoors Camp. This experience wasn’t just about fun; it was a journey of self-discovery and growth. Find out more…
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