Charity Navigator, America’s largest and most-utilized independent evaluator of charities, has awarded Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay the prestigious 4-star rating. This is the fourth consecutive year BBBSMB has earned this rating, the highest possible rating. The coveted 4-star rating is attained by “demonstrating strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency” according to Charity Navigator.

In a congratulatory letter addressed to President & CEO Wendy Foster, Charity Navigator notes, “Attaining a 4-star rating verifies that Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay exceeds industry standards and outperforms most charities in your area of work. Only 14% of the charities we evaluate have received at least 4 consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay outperforms most other charities in America. This exceptional designation from Charity Navigator sets Big Brothers Big Sisters of Massachusetts Bay apart from its peers and demonstrates to the public its trustworthiness.“

We are beyond thrilled to have earned this coveted rating. Board Member and Finance and Audit Committee member, Steve Honig remarked, “that is spectacular and a monument to good governance”.