Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City – Match Appreciation Banquet
More than 800 guests attended Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City’s Match Appreciation Banquet recently. The evening featured pre-show entertainment, dinner and an awards ceremony. Match lengths were honored and new friendships were celebrated. The Awards Ceremony honored Bigs of the Year, Volunteer of the Year and the Lifetime Friendship Award.
Also featured in the July 26th issue of The Independent
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| Big Couple Rachel and Jesse Chelsey flanked Little Brother James on the red carpet. |
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| Big Sister Gina Reuscher and Little Sister Hannah and Big Brother Todd Reuscher and Little Brother Zach were spotlighted for their healthy lifestyle by Dawnavan Davis. |
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| Big Brother Darryl Bartshe and Little Brother Braeden |
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| Littles enjoyed the pre-show entertainment. |
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| Little Brother Rico and Big Brother Arron enjoyed their balloons. |
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