Jane Huerta Dockberry Building 2022

Our BiG new location! A very special thank you goes out to the Huerta family for the donation of this great building as a way to honor Mrs. Jane Huerta’s legacy. We are so honored and humbled by your gift.

BiG Kitchen 2023

Through a generous donor we now have an instructional kitchen which is an invaluable resource for teaching members important life skills like cooking, meal planning, and nutrition. It's not just about knowing how to prepare food but also understanding the principles behind it, making healthier choices, and fostering creativity in the kitchen.

Blessing of BiG Heroes

Fr. Leo from Lord of Divine Mercy blessed BiG Heroes. We praise God for guiding us at BiG Heroes every day, blessing us with the love and compassion to continue our work!  We know that God is always with us, and we are committed to serving Him in all that we do!

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

Community members Bea and Jovita came and shared their cooking talents with us.  They taught our members how to make nopales. 

Special Olympics Texas RGV

Gold Medal Brunch Athlete Celebration

At this annual event, Norman gave a speech of thanks and inclusion.  Natalia was awarded Athlete of the Year in her age category.  BiG Heroes was awarded the Community Impact Award.

Special Olympics Texas RGV

Bowling

Our Members brought earned 11 Frist Place, 6 Second Place, 5 Third Place, and 2 Fourth Place Medals

Brownsville Wellness Coalition

Each month, members receive detailed instruction on the principles of balanced nutrition, the role of essential nutrients, and strategies for making healthier dietary choices. Staff provide hands-on training in healthy cooking techniques, allowing members to practice and perfect these skills to easily replicate nutritious recipes at home.

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension

Gardening Course offered by Texas A&M Agri Life Extension- Cameron County - Better Living For Texans, Growing and Nourishing Healthy Communities (GNHC).

Girl Scout Gold Award Project

During her time volunteering at BiG Heroes, Girl Scout Victoria Robledo, was inspired to contribute in a meaningful way. She envisioned and initiated the development of a garden project aimed at equipping BiG Heroes members with essential skills in tending and cultivation. The garden's produce will not only provide fresh ingredients but also serve as a foundation for culinary education in the center’s kitchen.

Operation BiG Heroes 2.0

Operation BiG Heroes is a cadet program that was created by the Brownsville Border Patrol Station Border Community Liaison Team in collaboration with the Cameron County District Attorney’s Office of Luis V. Saenz and the City of Brownsville Police Department. Operation BiG Heroes is an educational outreach initiative that was created by the agencies to provide our community of young adults with disabilities an insight of law enforcement’s duties and responsibilities on a State and Federal level.

Special Olympics Track and Field

Special Olympics is a global program that provides sports training and competition for people with intellectual disabilities. The program aims to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and share gifts, skills, and friendship. 

Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas

Our members are regularly provided with hands-on activities focusing on various aspects of social skills and mental health awareness. These activities ensure a holistic approach to health, addressing the mind, body, and spirit.

American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast

We Build Inclusion

Every year we celebrate inclusivity and community spirit at our annual We Build Inclusion event! Together, we embark on a journey of unity, creativity, and environmental stewardship. At our latest gathering, members of our vibrant community came together with one of our esteemed Heroes to construct and paint birdhouses, symbolizing our commitment to building a more inclusive world.

Local School Visits

We are blessed that several local schools have taken field trips to come visit us and work with our members.  If you would like to schedule a field trip to BiG Heroes, please contact us. 

Each year the Brownsville Fire Department presents to our members on fire safety at home, in the workplace, and in the community.

The ladies at Infinity Fitness enjoy helping our members stay strong and fit.  If you’d like to come to teach a fitness class to our members, please contact us. 

Our members always have a great time when the staff of Southwest Key comes to visit. 

Each year our members are recognized for their contributions at BiG Heroes.