Big Brothers Big Sisters of West Central Ohio honored the mentors who make its work possible during an appreciation event Thursday night.

“But just being there and providing that listening. Erin, I think that's something that's very important for young people, is that we have that adult who is listening to them and not just directing them where to go, but also listening to their dreams and their hopes and their goals,” said Dr. Portia Smith, executive director of Big Brothers Big Sisters Northwestern Ohio.

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