 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan recently hosted an exciting Youth Ambassador-led event, celebrating the creativity and talents of the youth in their program.
This gallery-style event displayed a range of artwork from the Littles, offering attendees a glimpse into their unique artistic abilities. From colorful paintings to imaginative sculptures, the artwork on display truly showcased the creativity of the BBBSSM youth. In addition to enjoying the gallery, attendees were invited to join in the fun by creating their own art. Several art stations were set up, allowing participants to make their own pieces, which they could either take home or add to the gallery. The event space turned into a vibrant, living exhibit as new works of art were created and displayed throughout the day. One of the highlights of the event was a raffle, where a few lucky participants received small art kits. These kits were a fun way to inspire continued creativity and were met with great enthusiasm. The success of the event was thanks to the careful planning and dedication of the BBBSSM Youth Ambassadors, who took the lead in organizing every aspect. Their passion for bringing the community together through art made the day truly special, filled with energy, laughter, and plenty of artistic inspiration. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan looks forward to hosting more events like this in the future, continuing to support and celebrate the talents of their Littles. Keep an eye out for future opportunities to join in and see what these incredible youth create next! Sheetz, a major Mid-Atlantic convenience store chain, celebrated its Detroit-area expansion with a $10,000 donation to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan (BBBSSM). The contribution underscores Sheetz’s commitment to supporting local organizations that mentor and empower youth across the region.
The donation comes as Sheetz opened its first Detroit-area store at 33380 Wick Road in Romulus. This store is part of Sheetz’s broader expansion plan in the region, with additional locations scheduled. These openings are bringing a much-anticipated blend of high-quality convenience, fresh food and community-focused initiatives to the Metro Detroit area. BBBSSM, which serves hundreds of youth through mentoring relationships, expressed profound gratitude for Sheetz’s contribution. The donation will play a vital role in supporting the organization’s mission to ignite the potential of area youth by fostering meaningful, one-on-one mentoring relationships. Jennifer Spitler, president and CEO of BBBSSM, emphasized the importance of such partnerships: “Funding from partners like Sheetz is crucial in making our mentoring programs possible. Their support helps us continue our work to create impactful mentoring experiences that shape the futures of our young people.” This donation is only a part of Sheetz’s long-standing commitment to giving back to the communities they serve. The convenience chain has a history of philanthropy, providing financial support to local food banks, volunteering with Special Olympics chapters, and helping families in need during the holidays. For Sheetz, every store opening represents more than just business growth—it’s an opportunity to become a pillar of community support. Recently named one of the “Companies that Care” by Great Place to Work and PEOPLE Magazine, Sheetz is committed to both its employees and the communities it serves. As Sheetz’s presence in Southeast Michigan grows, so too will its positive impact, continuing to inspire other companies to follow suit in making meaningful community contributions. The Romulus store opening is a celebration not just of a new business, but of the strong partnerships being formed between Sheetz and organizations like BBBSSM, proving that we are truly “Bigger Together.” |
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