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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ARTIS STEVENS NAMED TO THE INAUGURAL 2025 TIME100 PHILANTHROPY LIST OF THE 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL LEADERS IN PHILANTHROPY
TAMPA, Fla., May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, TIME named Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (BBBSA), to the inaugural 2025 TIME100 Philanthropy, a list recognizing singular figures who are shaping the future of giving. The full list will appear in the June 9, 2025, issue of TIME, available on newsstands on Friday, May 30, and now at This list celebrates those who are pioneering new approaches to giving—leveraging innovation, influence, and resources to uplift communities and create lasting change. Stevens was recognized for his nearly 30-year career to empower young people to change society, including his most recent work as President and CEO at Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. Since joining BBBSA in 2020, the organization has been recognized as a Top 10 Most Trusted Nonprofit by Morning Consult, more than doubled its annual revenue, and expanded its reach to serve more communities, including a return of services to New Orleans. As the largest youth mentoring organization in the United States, caring adult mentors, affectionately called Bigs, and youth ages 5-25, called Littles, are matched to foster meaningful relationships that empower youth to overcome adversity and reach their full potential. Through a combination of national partnerships, both corporate and foundations, investments in improved technology, and targeted outreach efforts to the 20 million alumni, Stevens has led transformational change for the organization, including reducing the waitlist by a third, reversing 10 years of declining membership, and doubling fundraising revenue. "I am honored to be included in the inaugural TIME100 Philanthropy, and to be recognized among leaders who are reimagining the future of giving, especially during a critical time for our nation's youth," said Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. "This recognition reflects the dedication of our team, partners, and the countless individuals who work tirelessly to empower young people through mentorship and drive outcomes for youth, families, and communities. Together, we are shaping a future where youth have access to the opportunities, support and empowerment they need to thrive today, and make a lasting impact for tomorrow." Looking ahead, Stevens and BBBSA remain dedicated to transforming mentorship in America, forging new partnerships, and driving innovative solutions that will continue to shape the future of philanthropy and the nation's youth for years to come. To learn more, visit About Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the largest and most experienced youth mentoring organization in the United States. The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Big Brothers Big Sisters' evidence-based approach is designed to create positive youth outcomes, including educational success, avoidance of risky behaviors, higher aspirations, greater confidence, and improved relationships. Big Brothers Big Sisters has over 230 local agencies serving more than 5,000 communities across all 50 states. For more information, visit: Media Contact: media@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Sign in to access your portfolio
The Hindu
17-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Magnus Carlsen vs The World — Will the World No. 1 win or will the match end in a draw?
Norwegian grandmaster Magnus Carlsen is playing a single game of chess against 1,40,000 people worldwide in a mega-match that could overturn expectations by ending in a draw in the next few days. Billed as 'Magnus Carlsen vs. The World,' the online match began April 4 on the world's largest chess website, and is the first-ever online freestyle game to feature a world champion. While had predicted Carlsen would win by a wide margin, his Team World opposition could force a draw if it checks Carlsen's king three times. 'Right now, we're heading towards a draw by perpetual check,' Carlsen said in a statement on Friday. 'I felt that I was a little bit better, early in the opening, then maybe I didn't play that precisely. Honestly, since then, they haven't given me a single chance. So now, I think, it's just heading towards the draw.' 'Overall, the World has played very, very sound chess from the start. Maybe not going for most enterprising options, but kind of keeping it more in the vein with normal chess, which isn't always the best strategy, but it worked out well this time.' ALSO READ: Praggnanandhaa Wins Superbet Chess Classic After Tiebreak Thriller As a freestyle match, the bishops, knights, rooks, queen and king are randomly shuffled around the board while the pawns remain in their usual spots. Freestyle chess is popular because it allows players to be more creative and avoid memorisation. Team World votes on each move, and each side has 24 hours to make their play. Carlsen is playing the white pieces. Celebrity status A grandmaster at 13, Carlsen enjoys celebrity status that few other chess players have. The 34-year-old became the world's top-ranked player in 2011 and has won five World Championships. He achieved the highest-ever chess rating of 2882 in 2014 and has remained the undisputed World No. 1 for more than a decade. Last year, he garnered headlines for quitting a tournament in New York after refusing to change out of the jeans he wore to the competition. He later accepted a USD 200 fine, and officials agreed to loosen the dress code. Carlsen auctioned the jeans off for charity and donated the winning USD 36,100 bid to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, a national youth-mentoring charity that carries out its mission through local chapters across 5,000 communities nationwide. Grandmaster vs. The World This is the third 'vs. The World' record-setting online game. In 1999, Russian grandmaster Garry Kasparov played against more than 50,000 people on the Microsoft Network. A few top-ranked players helped steer the world's moves, but Kasparov won after four months and hailed it as 'the greatest game in the history of chess.' ALSO READ: Tamil Nadu's Srihari becomes India's 86th Grandmaster Indian grandmaster Viswanathan Anand won his 'vs. The World' match last year against nearly 70,000 players on The goal of the Carlsen match was to break Anand's 70,000-player mark, and he ended up doubling it.
Associated Press
28-01-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego Co. Shares Local Impact as Parent Organization Releases Long-term Mentorship Study
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America's new study cites mentorship as a cost-effective solution to drive socioeconomic mobility for youths in San Diego and beyond 'This study reinforces what we've seen in our Big Brothers Big Sisters San Diego community: Mentorship is a game-changer.' — Tina Rose, CEO & President of Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2025 / / -- Today, Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County (BBBS of SDC) – the preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization serving the San Diego community - is sharing case study information in conjunction with the national release of a groundbreaking study on the transformative power of mentorship by parent organization - Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. This study, conducted by leading researchers from Harvard University and the U.S. Department of Treasury, reveals how mentorship programs like Big Brothers Big Sisters can help to reduce socioeconomic disparities over time, shaping young people's educational, economic, and social trajectories. 'This study reinforces what we've seen in our Big Brothers Big Sisters San Diego community: Mentorship is a game-changer,' said Tina Rose, CEO & President of Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County. 'It empowers youth to overcome barriers and unlocks their potential, shaping lives and closing the socioeconomic gap. We're proud to be part of this movement and deeply dedicated to ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.' This research, rooted in three decades of data, provides compelling evidence that mentorship delivers long-lasting benefits, such as a 15% boost in earnings for participants, a 20% higher likelihood of college attendance, improved behavior, lower absenteeism, fewer school suspensions, stronger social bonds, a reduced dependency on social services, and long-term societal improvements. These findings come at a critical time for youth and families in San Diego. In 2024, San Diego children had an 88.3% graduation rate and a 62.9% college attendance rate. Further, the projected local demand for workers in the innovation economy is set to double over the next few years. Last year, over 1,200 Bigs and Littles in San Diego, along with their families, received vital support from BBBS of SDC, including training and resources from our professional staff, resulting in 96% of Littles graduating high school, 91% improved academics in Littles, 91% improved emotional regulation in Littles, and a 94% risk prevention in Littles thanks, in large part, to a 31 months average length of match and 49,000 hours of 1:1 mentoring. A prime example of the life-changing power of mentorship is the inspiring story of Joe, a former Little Brother, who credits his Big Brother, Dave, for shaping him into the man he is today. Joe was raised by a single mom in a tough neighborhood in Vista, who worked 12-hour days to provide for him. When he was just 9 years old, he had the traumatic experience of having a gun pulled on him. To give him a better chance, his mother moved them to San Marcos and enrolled Joe in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, and he was matched with his Big Brother, Dave. Dave was there for Joe through everything, from grabbing ice cream to staying by Joe's side when his mother faced major surgery to even being the best man at Joe's wedding, serving as a crucial male role model who would have a steadfast presence in his life for the next 30 years until his passing. 'Mentorship goes beyond helping youth. It changes lives, for both Bigs and Littles,' said Claudia Aldana Robles, Program Director at Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego. 'The lifelong bonds formed through these relationships shape futures in ways we never imagined. I'm grateful every day for the volunteers and families who make this work possible and for the privilege of witnessing lives transformed.' As we look toward the future, Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego remains committed to building meaningful, lasting relationships that empower children across San Diego County to achieve their full potential. The findings of this groundbreaking study further confirm what we've seen in our community for years—the power of mentorship to transform lives and break the cycle of poverty. Together, we can create brighter futures, one relationship at a time. About Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County (BBBS), a donor- and volunteer-supported network, has been impacting the lives of children since 1961 across San Diego County. BBBS holds itself accountable for children in its program to achieve measurable outcomes, such as educational success, avoidance of risky behaviors, and higher aspirations, greater confidence, and better relationships. Partnering with parents/guardians, schools, corporations, and others in the community, Big Brothers Big Sisters carefully pairs children ('Littles') with screened volunteer mentors ('Bigs') and monitors and supports these one-to-one mentoring matches throughout their course. BBBS is proven to substantially help Littles navigate life's challenges, to positively impact children, and empower them to succeed. BBBS is always looking for more mentors, mentees, and donors. Contact Tina Rose CEO & President Email: [email protected] Office: 858-536-4900 Tina Rose Big Brothers Big Sisters of San Diego County +1 858-536-4900 email us here
