Form990
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except black lung benefit trust or private foundation)

MediumBullet The organization may have to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
A For the calendar year, or tax year beginning 07-01-2010 and ending 06-30-2011
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA
 
Doing Business As
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
230 North 13th Street
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or country, and ZIP + 4
Philadelphia, PA19107
D Employer identification number

23-1365190
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 37,490,036
F Name and address of principal officer:
Max Miller
230 North 13th Street
Philadelphia,PA19107
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
J
Website:MediumBullet
bbbs.org
H(a)
Is this a group return for
affiliates?
H(b)
Are all affiliates included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
Group exemption number MediumBullet  
K Form of organization:
 
L Year of formation: 1977
M State of legal domicile: PA
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (the Organization) is the nation's premier mentoring organization. The Organization's vision is that all children achieve success in life. The Organization's mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1-to-1 relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. The Organization and its staff partner with parents/guardians, volunteers and other in the community and holds itself accountable for each child in the program achieving: * Higher aspirations, greater confidence, and better relationships * Avoidance of risky behaviors * Educational success. The Organization works closely with Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies ("local affiliates" or "affiliated agencies") throughout the country to implement its programs. These agencies are separate legal entities which are not controlled by the Organization, and are therefore not consolidated within the Organization's financial statements.
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3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) .... 3 15
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) .... 4 15
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2010 (Part V, line 2a) ... 5 107
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) .... 6 30
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 .. 7a 0
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 .. 7b 0
Revenues; Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 6,021,816 36,353,625
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 0 0
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 90,195 139,952
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 459,267 996,459
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)................... 6,571,278 37,490,036
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 4,105,290 17,869,952
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4) .... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 4,219,898 9,112,853
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e).... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet1,668,294    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24f).... 4,076,182 8,680,610
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 12,401,370 35,663,415
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12...... -5,830,092 1,826,621
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............ 18,413,657 28,549,373
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............ 5,056,918 13,366,013
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20 ..... 13,356,739 15,183,360
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 2
Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part III . . . . . . . . . .
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: Big Brothers Big Sisters of America (the Organization) is the nation's premier mentoring organization. The Organization's vision is that all children achieve success in life. The Organization's mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported 1-to-1 relationships that change their lives for the better, forever. The Organization and its staff partner with parents/guardians, volunteers and other in the community and holds itself accountable for each child in the program achieving: * Higher aspirations, greater confidence, and better relationships * Avoidance of risky behaviors * Educational success. The Organization works closely with Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies ("local affiliates" or "affiliated agencies") throughout the country to implement its programs. These agencies are separate legal entities which are not controlled by the Organization, and are therefore not consolidated within the Organization's financial statements.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? ....................
If “Yes,” describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? ..........................
If “Yes,” describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the exempt purpose achievements for each of the organization’s three largest program services by expenses.
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) trusts are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 5,535,457 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
Brand Development: Includes the information delivered to the agencies via conferences, meetings, and training sessions. Also BBBSA supports the local staff and board in development for further BBBSA visibility and impact.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 12,919,795 including grants of $ 8,934,976 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
Program Development: BBBSA works with agencies to develop programs and tools for agency use. This category also includes a learning and support function.
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 13,848,048 including grants of $ 8,934,976 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
Agency Development: This category includes grants to agencies. Also includes field-based staff that engaged in direct category includes grants to agencies. Also includes field-based staff that engaged in direct support to the agencies.
4d Other program services. (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $ 0 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 0 )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet$ 32,303,300
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 3
Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule AClick to see attachment.....................
1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors? Click to see attachment........
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part I..........
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C,
Part II.........................
4
 
No
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part III........................
5
 
No
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts where donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If “Yes,” complete
Schedule D, Part I.......................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas or historic structures? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part II...
7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part III ....................
8
 
No
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule D, Part IV...................
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in term, permanent,or quasi-endowments? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VClick to see attachment
10
Yes
 
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is ‘Yes,’ then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable:
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line10? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VI.Click to see attachment
11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VII.
11b
 
No
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VIII.
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IX.
11d
 
No
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X.
11e
 
No
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X.
11f
 
No
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Parts XI, XII, and XIII Click to see attachment
12a
 
No
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” and if the organization answered ‘No’ to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI, XII, and XIII is optional Click to see attachment
12b
 
No
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule E
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, and program service activities outside the United States? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part I.........
14b
 
No
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or assistance to any organization or entity located outside the U.S.? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part II..
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or assistance to individuals located outside the U.S.? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part III..
16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000, of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part I
17
 
No
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part II..........
18
 
No
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part III...................
19
 
No
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 4
Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospitals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule H.....
20a
 
No
b
Did the organization attach its audited financial statement to this return? Note: All Form 990 filers that operate one or more hospitals must attach audited financial statements. .....
20b
 
 
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II.. Click to see attachment
21
Yes
 
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III.....
22
 
No
23
Did the organization answer “Yes” to Part VII, Section A, questions 3, 4, or 5, about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J................ Click to see attachment
23
Yes
 
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer questions 24b–24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25................
24a
 
No
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
 
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds?......................
24c
 
 
d
Did the organization act as an “on behalf of” issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
 
25a
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I......
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I................
25b
 
No
26
Was a loan to or by a current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, highly compensated employee, or disqualified person outstanding as of the end of the organization’s tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L,
Part II...........................
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor, or a grant selection committee member, or to a person related to such an individual? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part III...............
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties? (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV .........................
28a
 
No
b
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule L, Part IV...................
28b
 
No
c
An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or owner? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV..
28c
 
No
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule MClick to see attachment
29
Yes
 
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M............
30
 
No
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N,
Part I...........................
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N, Part II.......................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part I........
33
 
No
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Parts II, III, IV, and V, line 1.....................
34
 
No
35
Is any related organization a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? .....
35
 
No
a
Did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2...
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2...........
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part VI
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11 and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 5
Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part V . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable. .......
1a
32
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable.
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return .....................
2a
107
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?

Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file. (see instructions)
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?.............................
3a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O.....
3b
 
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account or securities account)?.......................
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBullet
See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year?..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If “Yes” to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ........
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible?..........
6a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible?........................
6b
Yes
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor?....................
7a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?.....
7b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282?...........................
7c
 
No
d
If “Yes,” indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?..........................
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?...................
7g
 
No
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?...............
7h
Yes
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds and section 509(a)(3) supporting organizations. Did the supporting organization, or a donor advised fund maintained by a sponsoring organization, have excess business holdings at any time during the year?................
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?.........
9a
 
 
b
Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?......
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If “Yes,” enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year.
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note. All 501(c)(29) organizations must list in Schedule O each state in which they are licensed to issue qualified health plans, the amount of reserves required by each state, and the amount of reserves the organization allocated to each state.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the aggregate amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans.
13b
 
c
Enter the aggregate amount of reserves on hand.
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
 
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each “Yes” response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a “No” response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VI . . . . . . . . . .
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year ..............
1a
15
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent .................
1b
15
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
 
No
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? ..
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed?
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Does the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
 
No
7a
Does the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who may elect one or more members of the governing body? .........................
7a
 
No
b
Are any decisions of the governing body subject to approval by members, stockholders, or other persons? ..
7b
 
No
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .........................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If “Yes,” provide the names and addresses in Schedule O .....
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal
Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Does the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” does the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with those of the organization? ....
10b
Yes
 
11a
Has the organization provided a copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form?
11a
 
No
b
Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review the Form 990. .....
12a
Does the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If “No,” go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Are officers, directors or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ...........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Does the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If “Yes,” describe in Schedule O how this is done ....................
12c
Yes
 
13
Does the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Does the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
 
No
If "Yes" to line a or b, describe the process in Schedule O. (See instructions.)
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” has the organization adopted a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and taken steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
 
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
AL , AR , CA , FL , GA , IL , IN , KY , MA , MD , ME , MI , MN , NC , NH , NJ , NY , OH , OR , PA , RI , SC , TN , UT , VA , WA , WI
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you make these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how), the organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public.
20
State the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization: MediumBullet
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
230 North 13th Street
Philadelphia,PA19107
(215) 567-7000
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 7
Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VII . . . . . . . . . .
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation, and current key employees. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organizations compensated any current or former officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (describe hours for related organizations in Schedule O) 		(C)
Position (check all that apply) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(1) Angelakis Michael
Board Director
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(2) Benz Treuille Beverly
Board Director
 1 X           0 0 0
(3) Bracken Frank
Board Director
 2 X           0 0 0
(4) Chen Carrera Emily
Board Director
 2 X           0 0 0
(5) Coffman Casey
Board Director
 2 X           0 0 0
(6) Hanna William
Board Director
 2 X           0 0 0
(7) Jackson Brian
Board Chair
 0 X           0 0 0
(8) Lee James
Board Director
 2 X           0 0 0
(9) Page Greg
Board Director
 2 X           0 0 0
(10) Rudner Edward
Board Director
 2 X           0 0 0
(11) Singleton James
Board Director
 2 X           0 0 0
(12) Smith Liz
Board Director
 2 X           0 0 0
(13) Snow Kate
Board Director
 2 X           0 0 0
(14) Warren Kevin
Board Director
 2 X           0 0 0
(15) Mathis Karen
President/CEO
 50 X   X X X X 365,000 0 30,117
(16) Miller Max
CAO and General Counsel
 50     X X     164,615 0 25,757
(17) Koonce Stanley
Exe VP/COO
 50       X     246,090 0 29,228
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Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (describe hours for related organizations in Schedule O) 		(C)
Position (check all that apply) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(18) Mc Davitt Jan
VP Philanthropy
 50       X     170,462 0 20,020
(19) Avondolio John
VP Marketing & Communications
 50       X     153,309 0 13,813
(20) Mesko Cindy
VP Agency Development
 50       X     201,385 0 21,032




















1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............MediumBullet 1,300,861 0 139,967
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation from the organizationMediumBullet20
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual .............
3
Yes
 
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual...........................
4
Yes
 
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such person .....
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization.
(A)
Name and business address 		(B)
Description of services 		(C)
Compensation
Verizon Business
PO BOX 631763
Baltimore,MD212631763 		Computer Consulting 339,606
Blackbaud
PO BOX 930256
ATLANTA,GA31193 		Computer Consulting Design 330,884
THE ADVERTISING COUNCIL INC
261 MADISON AVENUE
New York,NY100162303 		Advertising 624,235
Beacon Consulting
400 Seventh Street NW
SUITE 505
WASHINGTON,DC20004 		Public Policy 108,853
HARDER COMPANY
299 KANSAS STREET
SAN FRANCISCO,CA94103 		Research and Development services 101,000
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in compensation from the organization MediumBullet5
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Form 990 (2010)
Page 9
Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512, 513, or 514
Contributions, gifts, grants and other similar amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a 0
b Membership dues....1b 2,928,217
c Fundraising events....1c 0
d Related organizations...1d 0
e Government grants (contributions)1e 12,472,681
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and
similar amounts not included above1f 		20,952,727
g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f:$ 3,323,655
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 36,353,625
Program Service Revenue Business Code
2a
b
c
d
e
f All other program service revenue .        
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f........MediumBullet 0
Other Revenue 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest
and other similar amounts).....MediumBullet 139,952 139,952 0 0
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..MediumBullet 0 0 0 0
5 Royalties............MediumBullet 0 0 0 0
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross Rents    
b Less: rental expenses    
c Rental income or (loss) 0 0
d Net rental income or (loss).......MediumBullet        
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory    
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses    
c Gain or (loss) 0 0
d Net gain or (loss)..........MediumBullet        
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including
$ 0
of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ...
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet      
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities...MediumBullet        
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances .
a  
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b  
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet        
Miscellaneous Revenue Business Code
11a National Conference Revenue 900,099 184,661 184,661 0 0
b Agency Information Management Fees 900,099 811,798 811,798 0 0
c            
d All other revenue .... 0 0 0 0
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ......MediumBullet 996,459
12 Total revenue. See Instructions....MediumBullet 37,490,036 1,136,411 0 0
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Form 990 (2010)
Page 10
Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A) but are not required to complete columns (B), (C), and (D).
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII. 		(A)
Total expenses 		(B)
Program service expenses 		(C)
Management and general expenses 		(D)
Fundraising expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the U.S. See Part IV, line 21 17,869,952 17,869,952
2 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the U.S. See Part IV, line 22 0 0
3 Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the U.S. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16 0 0
4 Benefits paid to or for members 0 0
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 1,450,828 1,175,171 101,558 174,099
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) .... 0 0 0 0
7 Other salaries and wages 7,662,025 6,217,642 491,059 953,324
8 Pension plan contributions (include section 401(k) and section 403(b) employer contributions) .... 0 0 0 0
9 Other employee benefits ....... 0 0 0 0
10 Payroll taxes ........... 0 0 0 0
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ...... 5,955,895 4,797,676 923,342 234,877
b Legal ......... 0 0 0 0
c Accounting ........... 0 0 0 0
d Lobbying ........... 0 0 0 0
e Professional fundraising. See Part IV, line 17.. 0 0
f Investment management fees ...... 0 0 0 0
g Other .......... 0 0 0 0
12 Advertising and promotion .... 208,458 169,112 13,556 25,790
13 Office expenses ....... 271,672 220,394 17,667 33,611
14 Information technology ...... 0 0 0 0
15 Royalties .. 0 0 0 0
16 Occupancy ........... 689,009 558,959 44,807 85,243
17 Travel ............ 1,166,169 978,487 74,509 113,173
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ...... 0 0 0 0
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 0 0 0 0
20 Interest ........... 0 0 0 0
21 Payments to affiliates ....... 0 0 0 0
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization ..... 70,619 57,290 4,592 8,737
23 Insurance .............. 141,613 114,884 9,209 17,520
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above. (Expenses grouped together and labeled miscellaneous may not exceed 5% of total expenses shown on line 25 below.)
a Equipment Leases 72,308 58,660 4,702 8,946
b Bad Debt Expense - Fees 104,867 85,073 6,820 12,974
c
d
e
f All other expenses        
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24f 35,663,415 32,303,300 1,691,821 1,668,294
26 Joint costs. Check here MediumBullet if following
SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720). Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation 		       
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 11
Part X Balance Sheet
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing .......... 3,821,020 1 6,712,457
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ....... 5,663,842 2 7,264,815
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ......... 6,907,191 3 12,631,516
4 Accounts receivable, net ......... 1,415,615 4 1,322,207
5 Receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..........   5 0
6 Receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B). Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..........   6 0
7 Notes and loans receivable, net .............   7 0
8 Inventories for sale or use ..............   8 0
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ............ 142,975 9 177,249
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 843,011
b Less: accumulated depreciation. ..... 10b 401,882 463,014 10c 441,129
11 Investments—publicly traded securities ..........   11 0
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ...... 0 12 0
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..   13 0
14 Intangible assets .........   14 0
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ...........   15 0
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)... 18,413,657 16 28,549,373
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses . 805,495 17 963,900
18 Grants payable .......... 2,360,469 18 10,557,406
19 Deferred revenue .......... 1,890,954 19 1,844,707
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities ..........   20 0
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D..   21 0
22 Payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key
employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..........   22 0
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..   23 0
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ....   24 0
25 Other liabilities. Complete Part X of Schedule D..... 0 25  
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25..... 5,056,918 26 13,366,013
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117, check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets ..... 1,509,117 27 3,650,116
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ..... 11,603,678 28 11,304,182
29 Permanently restricted net assets ..... 243,944 29 229,062
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117, check here MediumBullet and complete lines 30 through 34.
30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds .....   30  
31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....   31  
32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   32  
33 Total net assets or fund balances ..... 13,356,739 33 15,183,360
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ..... 18,413,657 34 28,549,373
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Form 990 (2010)
Page 12
Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XI . . . . . . . . . .
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) . . .
1
37,490,036
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) . . . . .
2
35,663,415
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 . . . .
3
1,826,621
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) . .
4
13,356,739
5
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) . . . .
5
 
6
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3, 4, and 5 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B)) . . . . . .
6
15,183,360
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XII . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?..
2a
Yes
 
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?........
2b
Yes
 
c
If “Yes,” to 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O............................
2c
Yes
 
d
If “Yes” to line 2a or 2b, check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were issued on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133? ................
3a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits. ..
3b
Yes
 
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SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support

Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA
 
Employer identification number

23-1365190
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
f
g
(i) a person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the the supported organization? ................
11g(i)
 
 
(ii) a family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................
11g(ii)
 
 
(iii) a 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................
11g(iii)
 
 
h
(i)
Name of supported organization 		(ii)
EIN 		(iii)
Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions)) 		(iv)
Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document? 		(v)
Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support? 		(vi)
Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.? 		(vii)
Amount of support?
Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total                  

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 2
Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .... 27,118,058 26,407,355 32,304,216 17,467,928 6,021,316 109,318,873
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf....... 0 0 0 0 0 0
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge.. 0 0 0 0 0 0
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3.. 27,118,058 26,407,355 32,304,216 17,467,928 6,021,316 109,318,873
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..            
6 Public Support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.           109,318,873
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4.. 27,118,058 26,407,355 32,304,216 17,467,928 6,021,316 109,318,873
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources.. 39,071 382,897 -448,022 -60,792 90,195 3,349
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.. 0 0 0 0 0 0
10 Other income. (Explain in Part IV.) Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets.. 324,958 643,956 843,580 881,533 459,267 3,153,294
11 Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).           112,475,516
12
12
0
13
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
97.193 %
15
15
97.704 %
16a
b
17a
b
18
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .            
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......            
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..            
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5.            
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...            
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.            
c Add lines 7a and 7b..            
8 Public Support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)            
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6...            
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..            
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b.            
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.            
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)            
13 Total support (Add lines 9, 10c, 11 and 12.).            
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
 
16
16
 
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
 
18
18
 
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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Part IV
Supplemental Information. Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanation required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; or Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Explanation
Other income in 2011 includes National Conference Registration $184,661 and Agency Information Management System Hosting Fees of $811,798.
 
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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Schedule B
(Form 990, 990-EZ,
or 990-PF)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors
Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Name of organization
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA
 
Employer identification number

23-1365190
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ





Form 990-PF




Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule—
Special Rules
......................... Arrow Bullet   $    
Caution. An Organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2 of its Form 990, or check the box in the heading of its
Form 990-EZ, or on line 2 of its Form 990-PF, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
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Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part I
Name of organization
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA
  		Employer identification number

23-1365190
Part I
Contributors (see Instructions)
     
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED
 

     
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED  
RESTRICTED, RESTRICTED   RESTRICTED

$RESTRICTED




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part II
Name of organization
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA
  		Employer identification number

23-1365190
Part II
Noncash Property (see Instructions)
     
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part III
Name of organization
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA
  		Employer identification number

23-1365190
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., individual contributions to section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organizations
aggregating more than $1,000 for the year. (Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry.)
For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet $  
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Purpose of gift		 (c)
Use of gift		 (d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Purpose of gift		 (c)
Use of gift		 (d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Purpose of gift		 (c)
Use of gift		 (d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Purpose of gift		 (c)
Use of gift		 (d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12.
SchDMd Bullet Attach to Form 990. SchDMd Bullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA
 
Employer identification number

23-1365190
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .......    
2 Aggregate contributions to (during year) ...    
3 Aggregate grants from (during year) ...    
4 Aggregate value at end of year .......    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ............
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds may be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit. ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a–2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ....................... 2a  
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................. 2b  
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c  
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06 ........ 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the taxable year SchDMd Bullet  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet $  
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section
170(h)(4)(B)(i) and 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? ....................................
9
In Part XIV, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116, not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of
art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education or research in furtherance of public service,
provide, in Part XIV, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116, to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art,
historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service,
provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ........................SchDMd Bullet $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ..............................SchDMd Bullet $  
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 relating to these items:
a
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Intructions for Form 990
Cat. No. 52283D
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Schedule D (Form 990) 2010
Page 2
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s accession and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection
items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIV.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?........
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIV and complete the following table:
Amount
c Beginning balance ................................. 1c  
d Additions during the year .............................. 1d  
e Distributions during the year ............................. 1e  
f Ending balance ................................... 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? .....................
b
If “Yes,” explain the arrangement in Part XIV.
Part V
Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a)Current Year (b)Prior Year (c)Two Years Back (d)Three Years Back (e)Four Years Back
1a Beginning of year balance .... 243,944 243,700 240,842
b Contributions ........ 0 0 0
c Investment earnings or losses ... 0 244 2,858
d Grants or scholarships ..... 0 0 0
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ........ 		14,882 0 0
f Administrative expenses .... 0 0 0
g End of year balance ...... 229,062 243,944 243,700
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the year end balance held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment: SchDMd Bullet0 %
b
Permanent endowment: SchDMd Bullet100 %
c
Term endowment: SchDMd Bullet0 %
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) unrelated organizations ........................
3a(i)
 
No
(ii) related organizations ........................
3a(ii)
 
No
b
If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIV the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Investments—Land, Buildings, and Equipment. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of investment (a) Cost or other basis (investment) (b)Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land ................. 0 0 0
b Buildings ................ 430,220 0 106,668 323,552
c Leasehold improvements ............ 0 0 0 0
d Equipment ................ 412,791 0 295,214 117,577
e Other ................. 0 0 0 0
Total. Add lines 1a-1e. (Column (d) should equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)........SchDMdBullet 441,129
Schedule D (Form 990) 2010

Schedule D (Form 990) 2010
Page 3
Part VII
Investments—Other Securities. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)		 (b)Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives    
(2)Closely-held equity interests    
Other








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 12.)Small Bullet  
Part VIII
Investments—Program Related. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment type (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet  
Part X
Other Liabilities. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of Liability (b) Amount
Federal Income Taxes  








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet  
2. Fin 48 (ASC 740) Footnote. In Part XIV, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC740).
Schedule D (Form 990) 2010

Schedule D (Form 990) 2010
Page 4
Part XI Reconciliation of Change in Net Assets from Form 990 to Financial Statements
1 Total revenue (Form 990, Part VIII, column (A), line 12) .................... 1 37,490,036
2 Total expenses (Form 990, Part IX, column (A), line 25) ..................... 2 35,663,415
3 Excess or (deficit) for the year. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ............. 3 1,826,621
4 Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .......................... 4 0
5 Donated services and use of facilities ............................. 5 0
6 Investment expenses ................................... 6 0
7 Prior period adjustments .................................. 7 0
8 Other (Describe in Part XIV) ................................. 8 0
9 Total adjustments (net). Add lines 4 - 8 ............................. 9 0
10 Excess or (deficit) for the year per financial statements. Combine lines 3 and 9 ......... 10 1,826,621
Part XII Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 37,490,036
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains on investments .......... 2a 0
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b 0
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c 0
d Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 2d 0
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e 0
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 37,490,036
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a 0
b Other (Describe in Part XIV): ........... 4b 0
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 0
5 Total Revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 37,490,036
Part XIII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ............. 1 35,663,415
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities .......... 2a 0
b Prior year adjustments .............. 2b 0
c Other losses ................ 2c 0
d Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 2d 0
e Add lines 2a through 2d...................... 2e 0
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 35,663,415
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a 0
b Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 4b 0
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 0
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 35,663,415
Part XIV
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X; Part XI, line 8; Part XII, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XIII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
SchD_P05_S00_L04 Schedule D, Part V, Line 4 Annual Agency Staff Awards.
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA
 
Employer identification number
23-1365190
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ....................................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to
Form 990, Part IV, line 21 for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Check this box if no one recipient received more than $5,000. Use
Part IV and Schedule I-1 (Form 990) if additional space is needed ......................... lBullet
(a) Name and address of organization
or government		 (b) EIN (c) IRC Code section
if applicable		 (d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance		 (f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)		 (g) Description of
non-cash assistance		 (h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1) BBBS of Alaska1057 West Fireweed Lane 202
Anchorage,AK99503 		80-0064172 501©(3) 544,500       Capcity Building
(2) BBBS of Greater Birmingham Inc1901 14th Avenue South
Birmingham,AL35205 		63-0647080 501©(3) 20,000       Capcity Building
(3) BBBS of Morgan County IncPO Box 2171
Decatur,AL35602 		63-1060741 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(4) BBBS of the Shoals IncPO Box 652
Florence,AL35631 		63-0966321 501©(3) 17,000       Capcity Building
(5) BBBS of Northeast AlabamaPO Box 933
Gadsden,AL35902 		63-0847018 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(6) BBBS of North Alabama Inc701 Andrew Jackson Way
Huntsville,AL35801 		63-0833364 501©(3) 20,000       Capcity Building
(7) BBBS South Alabama YMCAPO Box 2272
Mobile,AL36652 		63-0302187 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(8) BBBS of West Alabama2720 6th Street
Tuscaloosa,AL35401 		63-0859454 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(9) BBBS of Northwest Arkansas130 E Poplar St Suite C
Fayetteville,AR72703 		59-2996893 501©(3) 12,250       Capcity Building
(10) BBBS of Flagstaff102 W Hunt Ave
Flagstaff,AZ86001 		23-7170086 501©(3) 39,000       Capcity Building
(11) BBBS of Central AZ1010 East McDowell Suite 400
Phoenix,AZ85006 		86-0205254 501©(3) 330,000       Capcity Building
(12) Yavapai BBBS Inc3208 Lakeside Village Drive
Prescott,AZ86301 		86-0278776 501©(3) 125,000       Capcity Building
(13) BBBS of NE AZPO Box 1722
Show Low,AZ86301 		86-0863796 501©(3) 334,980       Capcity Building
(14) BBBS of Ventura County445 Rosewood Ste Q
Camarillo,CA93010 		20-3425568 501©(3) 149,900       Capcity Building
(15) BBBS of Greater Los Angeles and the IE800 S Figueroa Street Suite 620
Los Angeles,CA90017 		95-1904857 501©(3) 227,583       Capcity Building
(16) BBBS of San Diego8515 Arjons Drive Suite A
San Diego,CA92126 		95-2151526 501©(3) 50,000       Capcity Building
(17) BBBS of Bay Area731 Market Street 6th Floor
San Francisco,CA94103 		23-7108045 501©(3) 212,250       Capcity Building
(18) BBBS of the North Bay Inc1618 2nd Street
San Rafael,CA94901 		94-2502278 501©(3) 49,000       Capcity Building
(19) BBBS of Orange County Inc14131 Yorba Street Suite 200
Tustin,CA92780 		95-1992702 501©(3) 225,000       Capcity Building
(20) BBBS of Colorado1391 N Speer Blvd Suite 450
Denver,CO80204 		23-7161796 501©(3) 200,000       Capcity Building
(21) Nutmeg BBBS30 Laurel Street Suite 3
Hartford,CT06106 		06-0850379 501©(3) 63,250       Capcity Building
(22) BBBS of SE Connecticut1595 Hartford Turnpike Route 85
Oakdale,CT06370 		06-0812978 501©(3) 82,000       Capcity Building
(23) BBBS of Delaware Inc105 Robino Court Suite 413
Wilmington,DE19804 		51-6018399 501©(3) 175,000       Capcity Building
(24) BBBS of Broward County4101 Ravenswood Road Suite 226
Fort Lauderdale,FL33312 		59-1507595 501©(3) 67,250       Capcity Building
(25) BBBS of Mid Florida1155 NW 13th Street
Gainesville,FL32601 		59-1643115 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(26) BBBS of NE Florida3100 University Blvd 120
Jacksonville,FL32216 		59-0683256 501©(3) 250,166       Capcity Building
(27) BBBS of Pinellas County918 West Bay Drive
Largo,FL33770 		59-1197491 501©(3) 188,000       Capcity Building
(28) BBBS of Greater MiamiInteramerican Plaza 701 SW 27th Ave
Miami,FL33135 		59-6166904 501©(3) 375,275       Capcity Building
(29) BBBS of NW Florida1149 Crieghton Rd Ste 1
Pensacola,FL32504 		59-2996893 501©(3) 32,500       Capcity Building
(30) BBBS of Martin Palmbeach Counties1700 Kirk Road
West Palm Beach,FL33406 		59-2676889 501©(3) 20,000       Capcity Building
(31) BBBS of the Big Bend Inc565 East Tennessee Street
Tallahassee,FL32308 		59-2130789 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(32) BBBS of Tampa Bay711 S Dale Mabry Ave Suite 300
Tampa,FL33609 		59-2173085 501©(3) 197,250       Capcity Building
(33) BBBS of the Sun Coast IncPO Box 177
Venice,FL34285 		59-1361826 501©(3) 170,000       Capcity Building
(34) BBBS of Central Florida807 S Orlando Ave Suite L
Winter Park,FL32789 		59-6555007 501©(3) 25,000       Capcity Building
(35) BBBS of Metro Atlanta Inc100 Edgewood Ave 710
Atlanta,GA30303 		58-0861895 501©(3) 755,013       Capcity Building
(36) BBBS of the Chattahoochee ValleyPO Box 1825
Columbus,GA31902 		58-0828094 501©(3) 186,500       Capcity Building
(37) BBBS of Northwest Georgia Mountains IncPO Box 417
Dalton,GA30722 		58-1079202 501©(3) 224,400       Capcity Building
(38) BBBS of Heart of Georgia777 Walnut St
Macon,GA31201 		58-0707593 501©(3) 220,000       Capcity Building
(39) BBBS of the Coastal Empire428 Bull Street Suite 203
Savannah,GA31401 		26-2477067 501©(3) 178,750       Capcity Building
(40) BBBS of Honolulu418 Kuwili Street Suite 106
Honolulu,HI96817 		99-0109970 501©(3) 12,250       Capcity Building
(41) BBBS of Cedar Rapids East Central Iowa3150 E Ave NW Suite 103
Cedar Rapids,IA52405 		42-1170475 501©(3) 120,000       Capcity Building
(42) BBBS of Siouxland3650 Glen Oaks Blvd
Sioux City,IA51104 		42-1121154 501©(3) 80,000       Capcity Building
(43) BBBS of SW Illinois6400 West Main Suite 1G
Belleville,IL62223 		37-1095468 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(44) BBBS of Metro Chicago560 W Lake Street 5th Floor
Chicago,IL60661 		36-2681212 501©(3) 297,550       Capcity Building
(45) BBBS of Central Illinois310 W William St
Decatur,IL62522 		37-1348685 501©(3) 135,000       Capcity Building
(46) BBBS of South Central Indiana IncPO Box 2534
Bloomington,IN47402 		35-1330448 501©(3) 135,000       Capcity Building
(47) BBBS of Central Indiana Inc2960 N Meridian Street Suite 150
Indianpolis,IN46208 		35-1323831 501©(3) 35,000       Capcity Building
(48) BBBS of Northeast Indiana Inc2439 Fairfield Ave
Fort Wayne,IN46807 		35-1271943 501©(3) 135,000       Capcity Building
(49) Kansas BBBS Inc310 E 2nd Street
Wichita,KS67202 		23-7056717 501©(3) 320,400       Capcity Building
(50) BBBS of South Central KentuckyPO Box 9646
Bowling Green,KY42102 		31-0944769 501©(3) 17,900       Capcity Building
(51) BBBS Of The Bluegrass Inc1016 Rushwood Court
Lexington,KY40511 		61-0523288 501©(3) 20,000       Capcity Building
(52) BBBS of Kentuckiana1519 Gardiner Lane Suite B
Louisville,KY40218 		61-6057856 501©(3) 242,500       Capcity Building
(53) BBBS of Mass Bay75 Federal Street 8th Floor
Boston,MA02210 		04-2074462 501©(3) 242,250       Capcity Building
(54) Big Sister Association of Greater Boston Inc161 Massachusetts Ave 2nd Floor
Boston,MA02210 		04-2150651 501©(3) 169,900       Capcity Building
(55) BBBS of Central MassMetrowest Inc484 Main Street Suite 360
Worcester,MA01608 		04-2317926 501©(3) 145,300       Capcity Building
(56) Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Greater Chesapeake Inc3600 Clipper Mill Road 250
Baltimore,MD21211 		52-0631265 501©(3) 645,000       Capcity Building
(57) BBBS of Frederick County IncPO Box 442
Frederick,MD21705 		52-1107974 501©(3) 20,000       Capcity Building
(58) BBBS of the National Capital Area10210 Greenbelt Road Suite 900
Lanham,MD20706 		53-0190849 501©(3) 80,400       Capcity Building
(59) BBBS of Southern Maine195 Lancaster Street
Portland,ME04101 		01-0475146 501©(3) 12,250       Capcity Building
(60) BBBS of Metropolitan Detroit7700 Second Avenue Suite 602
Detroit,MI48202 		38-6112533 501©(3) 218,500       Capcity Building
(61) BBBS of Greater Flint410 East Second Street
Flint,MI48503 		38-2259541 501©(3) 135,000       Capcity Building
(62) BBBS A Community of Caring3501 Covington Rd
Kalamazoo,MI49001 		38-1720832 501©(3) 135,000       Capcity Building
(63) BBBS of the Greater Twin Cities2550 University Avenue Suite 410N
St Paul,MN55114 		32-0017737 501©(3) 307,250       Capcity Building
(64) BBBS of Greater Kansas City3908 Washington
Kansas City,MO64111 		43-6068464 501©(3) 190,000       Capcity Building
(65) BBBS of Eastern Missouri Inc501 North Grand Blvd
St Louis,MO63103 		43-0669085 501©(3) 232,600       Capcity Building
(66) BBBS of Mississippi175 E Capitol Str Suite 222
Jackson,MS39201 		64-0930671 501©(3) 199,000       Capcity Building
(67) BBBS of Yellowstone Cty504 B North 20th St
Billings,MT59101 		23-7451775 501©(3) 32,500       Capcity Building
(68) BBBS of Great Falls18 Sixth Street North Suite 26
Great Falls,MT59401 		51-0187877 501©(3) 19,200       Capcity Building
(69) BBBS of Lake County49518 US Hwy 93
Polson,MT59860 		81-0362546 501©(3) 5,001       Capcity Building
(70) BBBS of Western NC50 South French Broad 213
Asheville,NC28801 		58-1505917 501©(3) 20,000       Capcity Building
(71) BBBS of Grtr Charlotte3801 E Indepencence Boulevard
Charlotte,NC28205 		56-2264009 501©(3) 192,250       Capcity Building
(72) BBBS of Greater Greensboro510 Summit Avenue
Greensboro,NC27405 		23-7378057 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(73) BBBS of the Central PiedmontPO Box 627
High Point,NC27261 		20-4648395 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(74) BBBS of The Triangle909 Aviation Parkway Suite 1500
Morrisville,NC27560 		56-2109717 501©(3) 170,000       Capcity Building
(75) BBBS Services Inc107 Westdale Ave
Winston Salem,NC27101 		54-0702502 501©(3) 20,000       Capcity Building
(76) BBBS of BismarckMandan600 South 2nd Street Suite 8
Bismarck,ND58504 		45-0431155 501©(3) 5,100       Capcity Building
(77) Heartland BBBS6201 Havelock Ave
Lincoln,NE68507 		47-0794732 501©(3) 135,000       Capcity Building
(78) BBBS of Monmouth County IncCrystal Brook Bldg 174 Main Street
Eatontown,NJ07724 		22-2115416 501©(3) 83,334       Capcity Building
(79) BBBS of Essex Hudson Union Counties500 Broad Street 2nd Floor
Newark,NJ07102 		22-3676931 501©(3) 155,000       Capcity Building
(80) BBBS of Mercer County535 East Franklin Street
Trenton,NJ08610 		06-1653897 501©(3) 150,000       Capcity Building
(81) BBBS of C New Mexico2500 Louisiana Blvd NE Suite 200
Albuquerque,NM87110 		85-0271207 501©(3) 435,087       Capcity Building
(82) BBBS of San Juan County Imc4800 College Blvd Suite 104
Farmington,NM87402 		85-0295346 501©(3) 215,083       Capcity Building
(83) BBBS of SE New Mexico1717 W Second Street Suite 200
Roswell,NM88201 		85-0467490 501©(3) 158,020       Capcity Building
(84) BBBS of Northern New Mexico Inc1229 St Francis Drive Suite C
Santa Fe,NM87505 		85-0276498 501©(3) 215,000       Capcity Building
(85) BBBS Northern Nevada745 W Moana Lane Ste 200
Reno,NV89509 		32-0147198 501©(3) 62,000       Capcity Building
(86) BBBS of the Capital Region Inc1698 Central Ave
Albany,NY12205 		14-6035512 501©(3) 17,250       Capcity Building
(87) BBBS of Erie County85 River Rock Drive Suite 107
Buffalo,NY14207 		16-1106399 501©(3) 19,500       Capcity Building
(88) BBBS of NYC223 East 30th Street
New York,NY10016 		13-5600383 501©(3) 251,850       Capcity Building
(89) BBBS of Orange County Inc253 South William Street
Newburgh,NY12550 		14-1597893 501©(3) 22,500       Capcity Building
(90) BBBS of Greater Cleveland4614 Prospect Avenue Suite 410
Cleveland,OH44103 		34-1039700 501©(3) 165,000       Capcity Building
(91) BBBS of the Greater Miami Valley Inc2211 Arbor Blvd
Moraine,OH45439 		31-0641306 501©(3) 135,000       Capcity Building
(92) BBBS of Oklahoma5840 S Memorial Drive Suite 105
Tulsa,OK74145 		73-1226237 501©(3) 247,250       Capcity Building
(93) BBBS of Columbia NW1827 NE 44th Avenue Suite 100
Portland,OR97213 		93-1303640 501©(3) 319,500       Capcity Building
(94) BBBS of Bucks County Inc2875 York Road
Jamison,PA18929 		23-2461056 501©(3) 145,000       Capcity Building
(95) BBBS of SEPA123 South Broad Street Suite 2180
Philadelphia,PA19109 		23-1352034 501©(3) 354,550       Capcity Building
(96) BBBS of Greater Pittsburgh5989 Penn Circle South
Pittsburgh,PA15206 		25-6074707 501©(3) 47,250       Capcity Building
(97) BBBS of Greater Columbia IncPO Box 2559
Columbia,SC29202 		57-0570422 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(98) BBBS of Upstate620 N Main St 102
Greenville,SC29601 		20-4243553 501©(3) 32,250       Capcity Building
(99) BBBS of Carolina Youth Development Ctr5055 Lackawanna Boulevard
North Charleston,SC29405 		57-0669877 501©(3) 21,500       Capcity Building
(100) BBBS of Black Hills425 Kansas City Street
Rapid City,SD57701 		46-0282706 501©(3) 112,250       Capcity Building
(101) BBBS of Clarksville543 Peachers Mill Road
Clarksville,TN37042 		51-0164560 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(102) BBBS of Tennessee Valley Inc119 West Summit Hill Dr Ste 101
Knoxville,TN37902 		62-0842531 501©(3) 25,000       Capcity Building
(103) BBBS of Greater Memphis81 Tillman
Memphis,TN38111 		23-7113070 501©(3) 20,000       Capcity Building
(104) BBBS Middle TN1704 Charlotte Avenue Suite 130
Nashville,TN37203 		23-7056024 501©(3) 260,000       Capcity Building
(105) BBBS of Central Texas Inc1400 Tillery Street
Austin,TX78721 		74-1678586 501©(3) 190,000       Capcity Building
(106) BBBS of Lone Star450 E John Carpenter Freeway
Irving,TX75062 		75-0800632 501©(3) 449,070       Capcity Building
(107) BBBS of Lubbock Inc1409 19th Street Suite 204
Lubbock,TX79401 		23-7041917 501©(3) 65,000       Capcity Building
(108) BBBS of S Texas202 Baltimore
San Antonio,TX78215 		74-1897630 501©(3) 139,400       Capcity Building
(109) BBBS of Utah151 East 5600 S Suite 200
Murray,UT84107 		87-0336168 501©(3) 97,250       Capcity Building
(110) BBBS of Danville Area Inc308 Craghead St Suite 104
Danville,VA24541 		54-0922903 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(111) Rappahannock BBBS Inc325 A Wallace Street
Fredericksburg,VA22401 		54-0848850 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(112) BBBS of HarrisonburgRockingham CountyPO Box 81
Harrisonburg,VA22803 		51-0209104 501©(3) 247,000       Capcity Building
(113) BBBS of Central Virginia Inc2901 Langhorne Road
Lynchburg,VA24501 		54-0908680 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(114) BBBS Services Inc5511 Staples Mill Road
Richmond,VA23228 		54-0702502 501©(3) 125,450       Capcity Building
(115) BBBS of Southwest Virginia Inc124 Wells Ave NW
Roanoke,VA24016 		54-0837136 501©(3) 15,000       Capcity Building
(116) BBBS of Greater Williamsburg364 McLaws Circle Suite 2
Williamsburg,VA23185 		54-1153403 501©(3) 31,000       Capcity Building
(117) BBBS of Southwest Washington1802 Black Lake Blvd SW 102
Olympia,WA98512 		91-1225443 501©(3) 43,750       Capcity Building
(118) BBBS of Puget Sound1600 South Graham Street
Seattle,WA98108 		91-0673185 501©(3) 276,450       Capcity Building
(119) BBBS of The 7 Rivers Region1707 Main Street 438
LaCrosse,WI54601 		39-1762460 501©(3) 51,900       Capcity Building
(120) BBBS of Metro Milwaukee788 N Jefferson St Ste 600
Milwaukee,WI53202 		39-1239687 501©(3) 197,250       Capcity Building
(121) BBBS of the TriState501 5th Avenue Suite 3
Huntington,WV25701 		55-0559711 501©(3) 24,000        
2
Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations ......................... Bullet Image
121
3
Enter total number of other organizations ................................ . Bullet Image
0
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Cat. No. 50055P
Schedule I (Form 990) 2010

Schedule I (Form 990) 2010
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Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Use Schedule I-1 (Form 990) if additional space is needed.
(a)Type of grant or assistance (b)Number of
recipients		 (c)Amount of
cash grant		 (d)Amount of
non-cash assistance		 (e)Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)		 (f)Description of non-cash assistance













Part IV
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required in Part I, line 2, and any other additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
SchI_P01_S00_L02 Schedule I, Part I, Line 2 To be considered, local affiliated agencies must apply for the grants that we offer. If the agency is selected to receive a grant they must complete and sign a memorandum of understanding which provides specific grant requirements.
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, question 23.
SchJMediumBullet Attach to Form 990. SchJMediumBullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA
 
Employer identification number

23-1365190
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
b
If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement orprovision of all the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain....
1b
 
 
2
Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
officers, directors, trustees, and the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? ....
2
 
 
3
Indicate which, if any, of the following the organization uses to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply.
4
During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ...............
4a
 
No
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? ........
4b
 
No
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? ........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations only must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed in form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:
a
The organization? ...........................
5a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
5b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed in form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:
a
The organization? ...........................
6a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
6b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
 
No
8
Were any amounts reported in Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regs. section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................
8
 
No
9
If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Intructions for Form 990
Cat. No. 50053T
Schedule J (Form 990) 2010

Schedule J (Form 990) 2010
Page 2
Part II
Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use Schedule J-1 if additional space needed.
For each individual whose compensation must be reported in Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.

Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) must equal the applicable column (D) or column (E) amounts on Form 990, Part VII, line 1a.
(A) Name (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits		 (E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D) 		(F) Compensation
reported in prior
Form 990 or
Form 990-EZ
(i) Base compensation (ii) Bonus & incentive compensation (iii) Other reportable compensation
(1) Mathis Karen (i)
(ii)		 325,000
0 		40,000
0 		0
0 		0
0 		30,117
0 		395,117
0 		399,518
 
(2) Koonce Stanley (i)
(ii)		 246,090
0 		0
0 		0
0 		0
0 		29,228
0 		275,318
0 		275,017
0
(3) Miller Max (i)
(ii)		 164,615
0 		0
0 		0
0 		0
0 		25,757
0 		190,372
0 		87,980
0
(4) Mesko Cindy (i)
(ii)		 201,385
0 		0
0 		0
0 		0
0 		21,032
0 		222,417
0 		194,278
0
(5) Mc Davitt Jan (i)
(ii)		 170,462
0 		10,000
0 		0
0 		0
0 		20,020
0 		200,482
0 		 
0
(6) Avondolio John (i)
(ii)		 153,309
0 		0
0 		0
0 		0
0 		13,813
0 		167,122
0 		0
0










Schedule J (Form 990) 2010

Schedule J (Form 990) 2010
Page 3
Part III
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
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SCHEDULE M
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
NonCash Contributions
Right pointing arrow large imageComplete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA
 
Employer identification number

23-1365190
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable 		(b)
Number of Contributions or items contributed 		(c)
Contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g 		(d)
Method of determining
contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art ....        
2 Art—Historical treasures .        
3 Art—Fractional interests ..        
4 Books and publications ..      
5 Clothing and household
goods ....... 		     
6 Cars and other vehicles ..        
7 Boats and planes ....        
8 Intellectual property ...        
9 Securities—Publicly traded .        
10 Securities—Closely held stock .        
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC,
or trust interests .... 		       
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..        
13 Qualified conservation
contribution—Historic
structures ..... 		       
14 Qualified conservation
contribution—Other ... 		       
15 Real estate—Residential .        
16 Real estate—Commercial ..        
17 Real estate—Other ...        
18 Collectibles .....        
19 Food inventory ...        
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts ....        
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
25 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( Donated Legal Services ) X 1 376,500 Fair Market Value
26 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( Donated Advertising (PSA Air Time) ) X 1 2,947,155 Fair Market Value
27 Other Right pointing arrow large image( )
28 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
29
Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement ...
29
5
Yes
No
30a
During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1-28 that it
must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which is not required to be used
for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ..................
30a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.
31
Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any non-standard contributions?
31
 
No
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell non-cash
contributions? ............................
32a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization did not report revenues in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,
describe in Part II.
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 51227J
Schedule M (Form 990) 2010
Schedule M (Form 990) 2010
Page 2
Part II
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b,
32b, and 33. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
Schedule M (Form 990) 2010
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SCHEDULE O
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA
 
Employer identification number

23-1365190
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
F990_P06_S0B_L11a Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11a IRS Form 990 is reviewed by the Chief Administration Officer. The 990 is also shared with our external officers.
F990_P06_S0B_L12c Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Our officers, directors, and key employees must complete conflict of interest documents annually, listing all of their external relations with other companies and organizations. They must also disclose and resolve potential conflicts that may occur throughout the year.
F990_P06_S0B_L15 Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 Regarding the process for determing CEO compensation, the Board's Human Resource and Compensation Committee review the comparability data and seeks independent objective input.
F990_P06_S0C_L19 Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 The organization makes it governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public upon request. The financial statements are also available on our website at bbbs.org.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 51056K
Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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TY 2010 ReasonableCauseExplanation
Name:
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF AMERICA
EIN: 23-1365190
Software ID:10000077
Software Version:v1.00
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