A New Way To Mentor

with Stacey Watson-Mesley of Big Brothers Big Sisters Saint Lucie, Indian River, and Okeechobee Counties

The Big Brothers Big Sisters organization provides mentorships to kids and young adults in order to help them reach their full potential. Now, a new program is on the way that will pair kids with some of the community’s most vital members. Stacey Watson-Mesley, CEO of the Saint Lucie, Indian River, and Okeechobee branch discusses the new Big Mission program.

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Aug 21, 2020

Hosted by: Candace Kelley
Produced by: Florida Newsmakers Team
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