Closure of Big Brothers Big Sisters Mid-South caught many unaware
‘They just kind of disappeared,’ Tennessee Nonprofit Network CEO says
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mid-South, which was founded in 1968, recently closed and the shuttering of its doors surprised many — including those who had been mentors and mentees in the program.
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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Mid-South Kevin Dean Rychetta Watkins Richard Glassman Chris Thomas William Terrell Mike Edwards Tennessee Nonprofit Network Subscriber Only2025 is almost over. Now is the time to support your trusted local news source.
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Don Wade
Don Wade has been a Memphis journalist since 1998 and he has won awards for both his sports and news/feature writing. He is originally from Kansas City and is married with three sons.
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