Big Buddy News
Freemasons Whiskey tasting fundraiser night
They’ve done it again! When Freemasons promise support, they deliver and we are very grateful for their loyalty. Wellington’s Empire Fergusson Lodge raised $16,085 last week at their annual whiskey tasting evening and we are hopeful this amount will be matched by the Freemason’s Charity. Over the last five years the lodge and charity have […]
Welcoming Our New Wellington Coordinator
We are very pleased to introduce our new Wellington Coordinator, Dave Burcher, to the Big Buddy team. Dave was born and raised in Wellington and resides in Upper Hut with his wife, Judith. Not only does he have an extensive background in teaching, Dave also plays competitive football for Upper Hutt City Football and is […]
Video: Chris and Dylan talk about lessons from Big Buddy
BB, Chris and LB, Dylan sat down with us to talk about what they have learnt from their mentoring relationship and why being part of the BB community is important.
Fergs Day Out in Wellington
“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 […]
Bridging The Gap Between Young and Old
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 […]
Big Buddy gives Taika something to look forward to
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 […]
Video: John and Andre talk about being a part of Big Buddy
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.
Four Buddies for Four Brothers
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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