EVENTS
Our annual fundraising events support meaningful mentoring programs for children in the community.
For additional information on events, event volunteering, or if you wish to coordinate an experience with the proceeds benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters, contact Patty at 805-781-3226.
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June 2022
2022 BIG Event
PRESENTS THE BIG EVENT June 17, 2022 LET'S DO IT AGAIN! After two years of having the BIG EVENT in the fall, we are moving back to our early summer roots. The 2021 Big Event broke all records, with almost $210,000 raised for our programs. The generosity of our donors was unparalleled, and we are hoping for a repeat! Today, we have 69 children waiting to be matched with a caring mentor and your support is vital. We hope that you…
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2021 BIG Event
PRESENTS The 2021 BIG Event OCTOBER 29, 2021 With COVID cases spiking in the County, we rescheduled the BIG EVENT and had a hybrid event on October 29th , with a small group of sponsors and board members in person and more joining us online! The in person event was held at SLO Brew Rock, and live streamed by their incredibly talented AV team! This year's BIG EVENT was the most successful to date, raising more than $208,000 for our…
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2021 Cornhole Tournament
1st Annual Cornhole Tournament August 6, 2021 Avila Bay Athletic Club Get ready for the bags to fly! With C-19 barely in the rear view mirror, the decision was made to postpone dodgeball until everyone felt a little better about the large crowds and close contact on the courts. Cornhole came up as the unanimous choice and will allow folks that are say, less agile or unwilling to take a high-powered ball to the head, while also allowing us…
Find out more »November 2020
2020 BIG Event
The 2020 Big Event ~ Streamed Live from The Rock - SLO Brew
2020 brings us a new BIG Event! With COVID 19 social distancing measures in place, an in-person event is not going to be possible. We are excited to bring you our very first combination Virtual and Live Streamed event! We will be getting information out soon, and if you would like to be added to the list, email patty@slobigs.org and we will be sure to keep you updated!
January 2020
Target Circle Gives Back!
Have you voted for us through Target Circle? If not, there’s still time! See how you can help direct Target’s giving to benefit our organization and the community. Learn more at Target.com
Find out more »December 2019
Milestone’s ‘Give Back’ Day
All day special to support Big Brothers Big Sisters! Eat and drink to your heart's content and the amazing folks at Milestone will donate 15% of the check to our youth mentoring programs. We'll see you there!
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Tom’s Toys
Naughty? Nice? Tom's Toys has something for everyone on your list! Over 42 Years ago, Tom’s Toys owner, Ted Frankel became a mentor to a 7-year-old boy through Big Brothers Big Sisters. With Ted’s support, his Little Brother finished college and is a successful accountant with a family of his own. On Thursday, December 12th, Tom's Toys will be donating 10% of their sales to Big Brothers Big Sisters. Shop for gifts and do good at the same time!
Find out more »October 2019
Thomas Jodry Memorial Cactus & Succulent Sale
Bill Jodry is one of the original members of the Big Brothers Big Sisters Board of Directors. 20 plus years forward, Bill and his wife Mary Jane are still supporting the agency. In memory of their son Thomas, Mary Jane and Bill Jodry are sharing his passion for cacti and succulents with a sale of his plants. Big Brothers Big Sisters is honored to be the recipient of the proceeds of this sale.We thank Mary Jane and Bill for their continued support of our mentoring programs.
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Gino’s Game Room Fundraiser
Like to play arcade games? You can play all day Saturday and Sunday, October 19th & 20th and all monies collected will be donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters! It's a great way to donate while playing your favorite arcade games. Bring the family; bring your friends for excellent pizza, Italian specialties and great selection of beer and wine!
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Ambiance Sip & Shop
Join us at Ambiance SLO on Friday and Paso on Saturday for a day of shopping! 10% of each days proceeds will be donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters. And what goes better with shopping than a little wine? On Friday, Malene will be pouring from 3:00 til 5:00 in SLO; Saturday we will be pouring Whalebone from 11:00 to 1:00 in Paso. Don't miss out on the 'gifts with purchase' and the best raffles in town!
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