Braden told us, "I have been a "Big Brother” to Daniel for the past 9 years. I have tried to be a mentor to him, and show him that with hard work, a positive attitude, and motivation, he can achieve whatever goals he sets for himself. When I met him, he was going through a harder time than some people go through in their whole lives. You would never know from the smile on his face that he was once homeless, scared, and lost."

"Throughout my relationship with Daniel, he has learned to overcome the challenges he experienced in his life and is now doing great in college - straight A's in his senior year! He told me that he wants to study business so he can be his own boss one day, just like me. It really humbles me to know that he's always watching me and I know that I owe it to him be the best example possible. My life has been so enhanced because of my time with Daniel...he truly has become part of my family!  

What Braden would like to see now is more kids getting the kind of helping hand Big Brothers & Big Sisters are so deservedly famous for. He noted "You can help support this amazing organization that has been changing lives in Los Angeles for the past 102 years! Join Lisa and Daniel and I at the February 7 dinner by clicking this link to buy a ticket or to donate: www.jbbbsla.org/bigevent. Anything helps!