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Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

Controversies

Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.

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  1. 2013

    Department of Justice grant-compliance dispute

    A U.S. Department of Justice audit identified noncompliance with grant requirements, after which grant disbursements were frozen. BBBSA replaced members of its management team and adopted stronger financial and compliance controls. A settlement required a $1.6 million payment and additional measures including regular audits, a compliance team, a code of conduct, whistleblower protections, and disciplinary procedures. The settlement resolved allegations and did not establish liability.