Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region
Individual and Family ServicesNew York, United States11-50 Employees
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Capital Region is a nonprofit organization focused on youth mentoring, providing one-to-one relationships designed to support young people's development and future opportunities. Based in Albany, New York, in the Capital Region, it operates within the individual and family services sector and employs a small-to-mid-sized staff. Its work centers on connecting youth with mentors to support their development and broader future opportunities. Keila dos Santos was appointed chief executive officer in October 2025, following work in a strategic role with the organization. The group has broadened its footprint through partnerships and program launches, including a collaboration with Penn National Insurance to launch the Beyond School Walls Youth Mentorship program and the introduction of pilot mentoring programs in 2023, with the expansion to Schenectady and the establishment of a High School Leadership Program.