Hartford Woman Named To Top Role At Big Brothers/Big Sisters

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut

HARTFORD — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Connecticut recently welcomed a Hartford resident to a key leadership role with the nonprofit that pairs at-risk youths with adult mentors.

Sheryl Spivack Braun of Hartford started her position on June 24 as the new vice president of philanthropy.

Spivack Braun, originally from Scarsdale, N.Y., has "extensive experience" in nonprofit fundraising that will help BBBS of CT continue its mission of creating one-to-one mentorships between at-risk youth and adult mentors in the state, wrote BBBS in a statement.

Most recently, she was the director of corporate and community partnerships for Hartford Hospital and Charlotte Hungerford Hospital.

“I am thrilled to be able to combine my passion for improving the lives of children, regardless of their ZIP codes, to help them reach their highest potential with my desire to connect people, corporations, and communities,” Spivack Braun said.

In her new position, she will engage and cultivate relationships with donors of the agency’s programs.

“I’m excited to welcome someone with Sheryl’s experience and community
commitment to our team and have no doubt that she will be a boon to our efforts to
serve more children in the coming years,” said Andy Fleishmann, BBBS of CT president
and chief executive officer.

Anyone interested in donating to support BBBS of CT can reach out to Spivack Braun by emailing sherylb@ctbigs.org or visiting www.CTBigs.org. BBBS of CT is located at 30 Laurel St., Hartford.

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