$5M coverage clash: St. Paul sues Big Brothers Big Sisters. Trial is two weeks out, and insurer and policyholder are $5 million apart on what's left 07 Oct 2026 What happened: St. Paul alleges its umbrella policy for Big Brothers Big Sisters is spent after settling one abuse claim, leaving just $1 million for a second Who's involved: St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Company and Big Brothers Big Sisters of America What's at stake: Whether $1 million or $6 million in coverage remains, with trial two weeks away Why it matters: The case tests how "occurrence" and per-person limits apply across related abuse claims under decades-old policies Where it stands: Filed October 5, 2026, in the US District Court for the Middle District of Florida Two weeks from trial, an insurer and its policyholder are $5 million apart on how much coverage is left to settle. St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Company has asked a federal court to rule that only $1 million in coverage remains for a pending sexual abuse lawsuit against Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. The nonprofit says $6 million is available. The complaint was filed October 5, 2026, in the US District Court for the Middle District of Florida. At the center of the dispute are two lawsuits, filed by brothers who allege they were sexually abused by the same volunteer mentor, during the same years, in the same household, through the same local affiliate's mentoring program in California. St. Paul settled the younger brother's claim in April 2025. Now the older brother's case is heading to trial. Same mentor, two brothers. According to the complaint, the brothers were matched - one formally, one informally - with the same adult mentor through a Bay Area Big Brothers Big Sisters affiliate in the early 1980s. The younger brother's complaint alleged the mentor "sexually abused" him "one to two times per week from approximately 1981 through 1983" at the family home, the mentor's home, and in the mentor's car. That same complaint alleged the mentor "also sexually abused and molested Plaintiff's older brother during on or about the same dates." The older brother later filed his own lawsuit, alleging abuse from approximately 1980 through 1983 at the same locations. That case is set for jury trial on October 19, 2026. Both lawsuits allege the nonprofit and its local affiliate failed to screen, train, and supervise the mentor, failed to put policies in place to prevent and detect abuse, and failed to warn parents about the risks. The $5 million question. When St. Paul settled the younger brother's claim, the complaint says, it used up the full $3 million limit on a 1982 umbrella policy. St. Paul now argues the older brother's claim falls under the same "occurrence" - same mentor, same program, same alleged failures - and that the umbrella has nothing left to pay. The policy language is doing the heavy lifting. It provides that "all damages arising out of continuous or repeated exposure to substantially the same general conditions shall be considered as arising out of one occurrence." St. Paul says that is exactly what happened here. The second fight is over the professional liability policies. Those carry a $1 million cap per injured person - described in the policy as "the most we'll pay for all claims resulting from the injury or death of any one person." St. Paul says that cap applies once, no matter how many policy years the abuse spanned. Not once per year. Big Brothers Big Sisters disagrees on both counts. Its lawyers rejected St. Paul's positions in a September 28, 2026, letter and demanded the insurer fund a settlement offer from the older brother that the complaint describes as "substantially in excess of $1,000,000." What's next. The gap could hardly be wider. St. Paul says $1 million is all that's left. Big Brothers Big Sisters says $6 million. The filing notes the nonprofit has warned that St. Paul's position on limits could leave the insurer on the hook for more than the policy covers. Trial in the underlying case is less than two weeks away. The coverage fight will run alongside it. The policies were written more than 40 years ago, but the questions they raise - how you count an "occurrence" when two siblings were abused by the same person, and whether per-person limits reset each policy year - land squarely in the inbox of any claims or coverage professional handling long-tail abuse exposure. The allegations in the underlying lawsuits have not been tested in court. The complaint reflects St. Paul's coverage position, and no court has ruled on the merits.

"It was a match!": Amy & Kenya's mentoring story. October 6, 2026 Thinkbigtoday is thrilled to announce its 2026 Match of the Year: Big Amy and Little Kenya! While they have only been matched for two years, Amy and Kenya have built a relationship full of laughter, support, shared experiences, and genuine care. Their story is a powerful example of how mentorship creates meaningful connections that empower youth to thrive. At BBBS' annual Match Makers Breakfast on September 15, attendees had the opportunity to hear Amy and Kenya share about their journey. Their story captured exactly what Big Brothers Big Sisters is all about. From the beginning. For Amy, becoming a Big Sister was something she dreamt about for years. "I have always wanted to be a part of Big Brothers Big Sisters, but I just never took the step to do it," she shared. "But two years ago I finally put my foot down and said, 'I'm going to do it!' And I did." After completing the enrollment process, Amy and Kenya's applications were carefully reviewed to ensure they would be a strong match. When Amy received the call, she was overjoyed. That excitement only grew when they met for the first time. Amy recalls feeling "so elated" and said that from the moment they met, "it was a match. It was a match!" Kenya felt the connection immediately as well. Looking back on that first meeting, she said, "When we first met, I thought we had a connection, like, spiritually." From the very beginning, it was clear that this match had BIG potential... A growing connection. Like many great friendships, Amy and Kenya's relationship ignited with something simple: food. "When we started going out, we bonded over food," Kenya said. Those early outings quickly turned into a variety of adventures and shared experiences that helped strengthen their match. Over the past two years, they have filled their calendars with fun activities. Amy shared that they've "done so many things together; movies, mani-pedis, dinner, lunch, and we've been to zoos and everything." The memories they've made aren't just about where they go, but the time they spend together. Kenya loves sharing stories about her friends- stories that, as she puts it, "always make her [Amy] chuckle and laugh." Those moments of laughter and conversation have created a friendship built on trust, joy, and a genuine appreciation for one another. The impact. While their outings are fun, the true strength of this match can be found in the care and support they show each other. Amy approaches mentorship with a selfless mindset, explaining, "This isn't about me, this is about Kenya." That commitment shines through in the way she shows up for her Little. Kenya feels that support in both big and little ways. She loves that Amy thinks of her even while traveling, sharing, "I love how she always travels with her husband who coaches basketball. She always gifts me something every time she comes back." Amy also empowers Kenya when it comes to school. Whether it's helping with homework, providing books, or offering guidance, she enjoys being there for Kenya. "I'm always there for her as far as getting her books for school and teaching her math and helping her through her studies, which I love to do." Amy said. Most importantly, Amy sees Kenya's incredible potential. She describes her Little as "intelligent and so fun to be with," a reflection of the confidence and bright future she sees ahead for her. A match that lasts. The gratitude these two have for one another is impossible to miss. Kenya shared, "I'm just so happy and grateful that I have her in my life and I met her through the Big Brothers Big Sisters program." Amy feels equally thankful for the relationship they have built and looks forward to many more years together. "I'm loving what I'm doing," she said, "and I'll have my Little, Kenya, for as long as she wants me to be around." This is a great match that fits their motto, "Always be great in everything that you do." Congratulations again to its 2026 Match of the Year, Big Amy and Little Kenya!

OneUnited Bank partners with Big Brothers Big Sisters for the 16th Annual "I Got Bank" Contest for youth. Oct 01, 2026, 10:31 ET Organizations Combine Forces to Amplify Financial Literacy for America's Families BOSTON, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - OneUnited Bank, an award-winning Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), is proud to announce its 16th Annual "I Got Bank!" National Financial Literacy Contest in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters America, the nation's preeminent one-to-one youth mentoring organization. The competition gives ten children across the country the chance to win a $1,000 savings account. This organizational "match" reflects a shared commitment to nationwide financial literacy, equipping Bigs (mentors) and Littles (mentees) alike with tools to reach their full potential, create lasting economic empowerment and build brighter futures. Driven by the shortage of financial literacy resources for urban youth, OneUnited Bank President & Owner, Teri Williams authored I Got Bank! What My Granddad Taught Me About Money. "We are thrilled to partner with Big Brothers Big Sisters of America to expand financial literacy," states Ms. Williams. Children between the ages of 8 and 12 are encouraged to read a financial literacy book of their choosing, and either write a 250-word essay or create an art project to show how they would apply what they learned from the book to their daily lives. OneUnited Bank offers a free "I Got Bank" E-Book. Submissions must be emailed or postmarked by November 20, 2026. The Bank will choose ten winners and award each winner a $1,000 savings account at OneUnited Bank by December 29, 2026. For more information and official rules, please visit: www.oneunited.com/BBBS. "OneUnited Bank has spent years making sure that even the littlest among us learn the language of money, and we are proud to build on that work," said Gale Nelson, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami, which spearheaded the national partnership. "When a Little learns to save at eight years old, it builds more than a bank account. It builds confidence, discipline and a vision for the future. Through this partnership, our Bigs can help make financial literacy part of every match." The 2025 winners are Jasmine Curd, 12, Blue Springs, MO, Andrew Elus, 11, Miami, FL, Rusty Fisher, 12, Apple Valley, CA, Jai Irby, 12, Boston, MA, Brandon Littlejohn, 12, Newnan, GA, Jalonie Lue Shue, 12, Miami, FL, Zoë Madison Orndorff, 9, Homestead, FL, Arfa Mohamed, 8, Rocklin, CA, Alanna Oguadimma, 9, Milton, MA, Jacob Phillips, 8, Missouri City, TX. About OneUnited Bank: OneUnited Bank, America's leading Community Development Financial Institution, America's largest Black-owned bank, twelve-time recipient of the US Department of Treasury's Bank Enterprise Award including in 2026 for community development and named Inc. Magazine's Best in Financial Services 2024. For more info, please visit www.oneunited.com About Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Founded in 1904, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is the largest and most experienced youth mentoring organization in the United States. The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Big Brothers Big Sisters' evidence-based approach is designed to create positive youth outcomes, including educational success, avoidance of risky behaviors, higher aspirations, greater confidence, and improved relationships. Big Brothers Big Sisters serves more than 5,000 communities across all 50 states. For more information, visit: bbbs.org. Media Contact: Suzan McDowell, Circle of One Marketing, [email protected], or 305-576-3790 SOURCE OneUnited Bank