September marks the beginning of many things, back to school, the first day of fall, but it also marks a special month for many individuals who spend countless hours volunteering to make a difference with Big Brothers Big Sisters(BBBS).

The Humboldt and area Big Brothers Big Sisters celebrated their annual awards ceremony on Thursday, September 19. 

Three individuals and one organization were recognized for their outstanding work and effort with BBBS.

There were four awards handed out, Mentor of the Year, Youth of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and The Champion Award.

The Mentor of the year award was renamed in memory of Tyler Bieber, as well as the Youth of the Year which was renamed in memory of Brody Hinz. Both these individuals had a huge part with BBBS before they passed away in the Bronco bus tragedy. 

This year's winners were:

Tyneal Welter - Tyler Bieber Mentor of the Year
Hannah Mulhern - Brody Hinz Youth of the Year
Kelly Bauer - Volunteer of the Year
Boston Pizza Humboldt - Champion Award

BBBS is always looking for more volunteers and big brothers or sisters so if you want to help make a difference give them a call at (306) 682-2829.