Specialty Florida License Plates Support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County

Drive change for Broward youth by supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County (BBBS Broward) everywhere you go with a specialty Florida license plate.

Sold through the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles department, the Big Brothers Big Sisters’ plate costs $25 plus registration fees. The proceeds go directly to the Big Brothers Big Sisters chapter within the county the vehicle is registered in. Statewide, there are more than 10,000 Big Brothers Big Sisters plates already on cars, driving around and spreading the message of mentorship.

Help Broward County take the lead ahead of Florida’s 66 other counties and support life-changing mentoring programs. Whether it’s matching a child or supporting ongoing mentorship activities, each plate makes a measurable impact. For every 150 specialty license plates sold, one new Little will be matched with a Big. BBBS Broward currently has 366 Littles on the waitlist who are ready to be matched. Every specialty plate makes a BIG difference by getting each youth one step closer to being matched with a mentor.

The impact of the Big Brothers Big Sisters’ specialty license plate goes far beyond the funds raised. It creates brand awareness while driving, sitting at traffic lights and parked in lots.

“When I’m stuck in traffic or stopped at a red light, I often read the license plates around me. Reading Big Brothers Big Sisters on plates will make more people aware of our worthy cause and hopefully encourage drivers and passengers to volunteer as Bigs or get involved in another meaningful way,” said Malena Mendez, President & CEO of BBBS Broward. “At only $25, it’s a great entry point to contribute to our mission and make it possible for us to create new matches between Bigs and Littles.”

Having a positive adult role model sets youth up for success now and in the future. According to the 2024-2025 Impact Report, 98% of youth in BBBS Broward’s program graduated from high school, 20% are more likely to enroll in college and Littles earn 15% more over their lifetime.

Through Florida’s specialty license plate program, millions of dollars have been raised for various organizations. To learn more and purchase a Big Brothers Big Sisters specialty license plate, go to flhsmv.gov to find DMV locations throughout Broward County.

When drivers receive their Big Brothers Big Sisters specialty license plate, they are encouraged to upload a photo posing with it to bbbsbroward.org/licenseplate/, so BBBS Broward can share it online, on social media and in their newsletter.

About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County

For more than 50 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County (BBBS Broward) has empowered young people to achieve their full potential through life-changing mentoring relationships. By connecting youth with caring adult mentors and providing access to critical resources and support services, BBBS Broward helps build self-confidence, foster emotional well-being, encourage academic success and prepare young people for bright and productive futures.

Guided by its mission to ignite the power and promise of youth, BBBS Broward continues to be recognized as a leader within the mentoring field. The organization received Big Brothers Big Sisters of America’s 2025 Growth Award in recognition of its excellence in programming and significant year-over-year growth in the number of mentoring matches served.

In 2026, BBBS Broward and Henderson Behavioral Health were honored with the Outstanding Healthcare Collaboration Award at the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Healthcare Awards for their innovative wellness counseling partnership within the Little Steps, Big Strides program. This collaborative initiative expands access to wellbeing support for youth and families, helping participants build resilience and thrive both personally and academically.

Support BBBS Broward with the purchase of a specialty Florida license plate. For more information and to learn about volunteer opportunities, visit bbbsbroward.org, subscribe to the monthly newsletter and follow them on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.