William Burroughs of Huntington Beach Big Sister of the Year finalists Alice Rendon of Rowland Heights Amantha Writer of Avondale, Ariz. (formerly Mission Viejo) Brooke Abel of Newport Beach Jane Go of Lake Forest Jennifer Arnoldt of Orange In an especially challenging year, the 2021 finalists have adapted and helped their mentees in incredible ways, which is showcased in the children’s academic, behavioral and social-emotional growth. These finalists welcomed youth into their workplaces for job shadowing, paid for groceries when finances were tight, walked through emotionally challenging situations, celebrated birthdays on Zoom and so much more. Each of these finalists embodies the organization’s mission of igniting the potential in today’s youth, and serve as incredible advocates for Big Brothers Big Sisters at work, in their social networks and within the community.