Big Brothers Big Sisters Fellowship Program

Posted by on April 16, 2007

Big Brothers Big Sisters Fellowship Program
Application deadline extended to April 30th!
For an application or more information email: BBBSFellowship@bbbssepa.org

Overview:
The Big Brothers Big Sisters Fellowship Program is a two-year, post-graduate leadership and non-profit development program. The Fellowship is designed for graduating seniors who demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission and vision of Big Brothers Big Sisters Southeastern Pennsylvania (BBBS SEPA) and who will become high-impact leaders in the nonprofit, business and government sectors.

During the first year of the fellowship, BBBS SEPA supports fellows by offering a integrated work experience in the non-profit arena; essentially a ?tour? throughout all components of one of the top non-profit organizations in Philadelphia. The second year includes more specialized interest work within the agency which may include: fundraising, marketing, program development, program evaluation or partnership development.

The members of the inaugural fellowship class of 2008-2009 are selected based on campus and community activism, leadership skills, and a willingness to improve the lives of children in Philadelphia through passion, teamwork and commitment- all which characterize BBBS SEPA.

Program Details:
The Big Brothers Big Sisters Fellowship Program at Southeastern Pennsylvania is a two-year fellowship program for graduating seniors from local colleges and universities. The fellowship will help today?s rising leaders at local colleges and universities and positively impact youth of Philadelphia.

The first year of the fellowship includes learning and experience in:
? Fundraising
? Special Events
? Marketing/Public Relations
? Grant Writing
? Campus and Community Organizing
? Program Evaluation
? Recruitment of Volunteers
? Interviewing Skills
? Program Development and Execution

The second year of the fellowship involves specialization: the fellows will have an opportunity to focus on specific functional areas within the agency.

Throughout both years of the program, fellows will also have the opportunity to:
? Participate in a Brown Bag Leadership Series with non-profit and business leaders of Philadelphia
? Participate in trainings and networking opportunities
? Receive support for past/future educational expenses
? Work closely with a mentor from the SEPA staff
? Be a Big Brother or Sister to a child

Compensation:
? First Year: $25,000 stipend with full benefits
? Second Year: $30,000 with full benefits
? Completion of Fellowship: $3,500 Award

Application Process (April 30th Deadline):
? Submit a cover letter
? Complete the application which includes an essay, three references and evidence of commitment to community service
? Provide a transcript with a minimum 3.25 GPA (we are able to make exceptions to this minimum GPA: for details, see application)
? Interview
For more information email: BBBSFellowship@bbbssepa.org