[Lexington, KY] (Jan. 15, 2025) – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass (BBBSBG), a nonprofit mentoring organization dedicated to creating and supporting one-to-one relationships to ignite the biggest possible futures for youth in Central Kentucky, has been selected to receive a $125,000 grant as part of the 2025 Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards® program. With this generous award, BBBSBG plans to enhance its programs, specifically expanding mentorship opportunities, and providing youth with access to experiences and support systems that will help them reach their full potential.
"We are deeply honored to receive this recognition from Chick-fil-A and thank local owner operator, Joe Turner, for nominating us," said Meredith Watts, Executive Director of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass. "This grant will allow us to strengthen and grow our mission to connect more children with caring mentors who help them build the confidence, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed. We are incredibly grateful for Chick-fil-A’s continued support and for their commitment to investing in organizations that make a lasting difference in our communities."
BBBSBG is one of 56 nonprofit organizations selected to receive a portion of the $6 million in grants being awarded through the True Inspiration Awards. These grants are given to organizations addressing critical community issues that align with Chick-fil-A’s social responsibility priorities, including Caring for People, Caring for Others through Food, Caring for Our Communities, and Caring for Our Planet.
The True Inspiration Awards were established in 2015 to carry on Chick-fil-A founder S. Truett Cathy’s legacy of generosity and community service. In the past ten years, 357 grants ranging from $30,000 to $350,000, have been distributed to organizations located across the U.S. as well as Puerto Rico, Canada and the U.K.
“Chick-fil-A is honored to invest in the impactful work of these incredible organizations that are creating meaningful change in their local communities,” said Brent Fielder, Vice President of Global Impact for Chick-fil-A, Inc. “From fighting hunger and providing educational opportunities to fostering environmental stewardship, these nonprofits are shining examples of what it means to care for others and have a positive influence on the world. We are inspired by their work and grateful to partner with them on this journey.”
To learn more about the Chick-fil-A True Inspiration Awards program and see a full list of this year’s recipients, visit chickfila.com/true-inspiration-awards. About Chick-fil-A, Inc. Chick-fil-A, Inc. is the third largest quick-service restaurant company in the United States, known for its freshly prepared food, signature hospitality and unique franchise model. More than 200,000 Team Members are employed by independent owner- operators in more than 3,000 restaurants across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. In 2023, the company shared plans to expand by 2030 into Europe and Asia. Chick-fil-A owner-operators live and work in the communities their restaurants serve, each supporting local efforts to address hunger, education, and making a positive impact. The family-owned and privately held company was founded in 1967 by S. Truett Cathy. More information on Chick-fil-A is available at www.chick-fil-a.com and @ChickfilANews. About Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass For more than 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. As the nation’s largest donor and volunteer supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 6 through 18, in communities across the country. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.
