Welcome to Big Futures! This program helps young adults (ages 16–25 years old) transition successfully from completion of high school into adulthood. We hold bi-monthly sessions, called Pillar Events, so that each participant gains the skills and knowledge to successfully transition into one of the three E’s: Employment, Enlistment, and Enrollment.
With Big Futures, we’re helping young people navigate challenges specific to their stage in life. Our goal for each young adult is to gain the skills and knowledge to successfully transition into the workforce and/or continued education opportunities.
We’re so happy to have you with us! 💚
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meet your college & career coaches
Hi everyone! My name is Kaitlyn and I am one of two Big Futures College & Career Coordinators here at Big Brothers Big Sisters!
A little about me: I was born and raised in Louisville, and grew up a Louisville Cardinal fan. However now I am a Kentucky Wildcat at heart, especially since recently I graduated with my Masters in Social Work from the University of Kentucky! I began my career in social work a little over ten years ago upon graduating with my Bachelors from Eastern Kentucky University—Go Colonels! After graduating, I began my professional career working at the Center for Women and Families. That’s where I discovered my passion for working with kids and young adults!
I have three older brothers, which have each contributed to my greatest title in making me aunt. Altogether, I have three nieces and two nephews of various ages, who truly are my built-in mini best friends! In my free time, I like to read, be outdoors hiking or hang out with my four-legged friends Maya (my Golden Retriever) or Ruth (my Tortoiseshell cat)! I am huge foodie and have a personal goal to travel two places each year I’ve never been! This year’s adventure: Hawaii & Seattle! An interesting & fun fact about me: I collect spoons and am currently working on a craft project of making an outline of a United States map to show off my travels and my collection! If you are a fellow crafter, I am open to taking all the tips and ideas I can get!
I am so excited to meet you & work with you during your time in our program! Welcome! 🙂
Hi friends! I’m Clanisha, the second part of our Big Futures dynamic duo! I’m a graduate of Simmons College of Kentucky with a Bachelors in Sociology. Right now, I’m enrolled at Spalding University and will graduate next spring with a Master’s in School Counseling!
I’m a mother to three kids and two bonus kids ages; 2, 6, 10, 11 and 13. Also a dog momma to a rottweiler mix. 🐶
I just really love creating and being innovative. Lots of my free time is spent writing curriculum, reading non-fiction novels, and spending time with my kids completing art projects, playing board games and visiting parks.
I’m also passionate about community gatherings and supporting community networking events. My ultimate goal is to expand my business, Make It Count Consulting, which supports youth who are first generation college students. When it comes down to it, I just love working with youth and young adults to help everyone realize their full potential.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Come learn about buying your first car and understanding what a credit score is and how to build a healthy one. Plus free food and drinks as always!
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Campus
2820 W Broadway, Louisville, KY
pillar event: financial education
Our very own Chenille will be leading us in a cooking class. Join us to learn how to make an easy, but delicious meal and engage in games and conversation with fellow Big Future participants.
Friday, February 21, 2025
Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Campus
2820 W Broadway, Louisville, KY
Peer-2-Peer Cooking night
Participants in this Pillar Event will learn about making it big in your career! Hear from high-level business professionals about how they got to where they are, and the things it takes to succeed.
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Campus
2820 W Broadway, Louisville, KY
Pillar event: Career Development
At our Speaking Freely events, participants are invited to come speak their mind and learn from others about a variety of important topics. Free food and drinks will be provided!
April 2025
Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Campus
2820 W Broadway, Louisville, KY
speaking freely pt. 3
Our final Pillar Event, Holistic Wellness, covers the importance of self-care to overall personal wellness—and how all of that is essential to healthy relationships!
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Goodwill West Louisville Opportunity Campus
2820 W Broadway, Louisville, KY