Benchmark International Honored as 2026 New Community Partner of the Year by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay

We’re excited to share that Benchmark International has been named the 2026 New Community Partner of the Year by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay.

Presented in recognition of our valued partnership and commitment to empowering youth in mentoring programs, this award means a great deal to our team.

At Benchmark International, giving back is grounded in three key pillars: education, food insecurity, and health and wellness. For us, giving back means expanding access, creating opportunities, and making a meaningful, lasting impact in the communities we call home.

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Our partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay is a great example of our education pillar in action. Through mentorship, Big Brothers Big Sisters helps young people build confidence, discover new opportunities, and reach their potential.

We’re proud to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay⁠ and the important work the organization is doing for young people and families throughout the Tampa Bay community.

Benchmark International looks forward to continuing this partnership and finding new ways to support, strengthen, and serve our communities.

It was an honor to celebrate alongside so many dedicated volunteers, community partners, board members, and supporters at the organization’s Annual Meeting and State of the Agency. Seeing the people behind the mission and hearing about the impact being made across Tampa Bay was a great reminder of what can happen when businesses, volunteers, and community organizations come together.

“What makes this recognition so meaningful is the partnership behind it,” said Leo VanderSchuur, Chief Operating Officer. “Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay is doing incredible work, and we’re grateful to play a small part in helping that work reach more young people.”

For anyone inspired by the mission, you can learn more about becoming a Big and volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay here⁠.

A huge thank you to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay for this recognition and, more importantly, for the work you do every day for young people in our community.

Want to learn more about Benchmark International’s awards and recognition? You can explore our latest awards and achievements here.

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