Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County Honors Mentorship and Generosity

Annual awards ceremony celebrates community leaders and their impact on local youth.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County hosted an awards ceremony at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, Florida to recognize individuals who have demonstrated exceptional mentorship and generosity in supporting the organization's mission. Delrish Moss, the Miramar police chief, was inducted into the organization's hall of fame for his longstanding involvement with the program, both as a mentee and as a mentor to local youth.

Why it matters

The Big Brothers Big Sisters program plays a vital role in providing mentorship and positive role models for young people in the community. By honoring individuals like Delrish Moss who have made significant contributions, the organization aims to inspire others to get involved and make a difference in the lives of local youth.

The details

During the awards ceremony, Malena Mendez, the president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County, praised Moss for his dedication to the program, noting that he has brought the mentorship initiative to his office, police department, and the broader Miramar community. Moss, who was previously a mentee in the program, emphasized the importance of the Big Brothers Big Sisters model in helping young people envision their future.

  • The awards ceremony took place on Saturday night.

The players

Delrish Moss

The police chief of Miramar, Florida, who was inducted into the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County Hall of Fame for his longstanding involvement with the organization as both a mentee and a mentor.

Malena Mendez

The president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County, who recognized Moss's contributions to the program and its impact on the local community.

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What they’re saying

“It's a great mentoring program. It's a great way to plan seeds that grow good harvest in terms of kids being able to see their future in mentors.”

— Delrish Moss, Police Chief, Miramar (wsvn.com)

“To have the chief of police for the city of Miramar, that was a former big, and has brought the program to his office, to his police officers, to his community, the city of Miramar, it's a huge honor to be able to recognize his efforts and what he's done for the organization.”

— Malena Mendez, President and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County (wsvn.com)

What’s next

The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County organization will continue to work on expanding its mentorship programs and engaging more community leaders to support its mission of empowering local youth.

The takeaway

The Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County awards ceremony highlights the power of mentorship and the positive impact that community leaders can have on the lives of young people. By recognizing individuals like Delrish Moss, the organization aims to inspire others to get involved and make a difference in their local communities.