Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida

💚 Celebrate 35 Years of Mentorship This Giving Tuesday! 💚

For 35 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida has been creating life-changing connections between Bigs and Littles—unlocking potential and opening doors to brighter futures.

This Giving Tuesday, you can be a part of this incredible journey. Thanks to the generous support of the Arby's Foundation, every dollar you give will be matched, up to $20,000! Your gift will go twice as far to help us make more matches and empower more kids to dream Big and achieve their goals.

Together, we can celebrate 35 years of mentorship and ensure many more years of impact. Let’s reach our $20,000 goal and change lives—two at a time.

Be the change today: https://bit.ly/2024GivingTuesdayDonation

Are you a Federal employee or retiree? Then GIVE HAPPY to us through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) by visiting givecfc.org and using the charity code 15455. One of the great benefits of the CFC is that you can give through payroll deduction or through your retiree annuity, giving a little each pay period and supporting our mission all year long. It's amazing to see how giving a little from each paycheck adds up to so much happiness when we give .

🎉 Cheers to Two Years! 🎉

Today, we’re celebrating Madison Welch, our incredible Senior Special Events and Partnership Coordinator, on her two-year work anniversary with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida!

Madison is the mastermind behind all of our fundraising events, from logistics and set-ups to volunteer coordination and every little detail in between. Her hard work, attention to detail, and positive attitude ensure our events run seamlessly.

We are so lucky to have Madison on our team, helping us create unforgettable experiences that fuel our mission!

This Black Friday, while you’re enjoying the savings, consider giving the gift of empowerment! We’re celebrating our 35th birthday this November and every donation you make gets DOUBLED by the Arby's Foundation, amplifying the impact of your generosity.
Join us in this special celebration by contributing to our mission.
Visit https://bit.ly/35andThriving and let’s make a meaningful difference together!

This Thanksgiving, our hearts are full of gratitude for the incredible people who make our mission possible.

We’re thankful for our amazing Bigs, inspiring Littles, their supportive families, our generous supporters, and our dedicated staff. Each of you plays a special role in creating life-changing relationships that empower young lives and brighten our community.

🎉 BIG MOMENT ALERT! 🎉

Tune in TONIGHT to the Macy's NBC special, Countdown to Thanksgiving to see the heartwarming story of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Mass & Metrowest match, Big Arin and Little Amelia. 💚 Their inspiring journey highlights the power of mentorship and the impact of Big Brothers Big Sisters nationwide.

Then, be sure to watch for BBBS in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this THURSDAY—we’re so excited to see our mission celebrated in such a BIG way!

✨ Shine bright with this incredible opportunity! ✨
Our amazing Jewelry Sponsor for the 2025 Big Gala, Bere' Jewelers, is offering 3 Chances to Win stunning prizes:

Grand Prize: $3,000 Bere' Jewelers shopping spree or a $3,000 piece of jewelry
2nd Prize: $1,000 Bere' Jewelers shopping spree or a $1,000 piece of jewelry
3rd Prize: $1,000 Bere' Jewelers shopping spree or a $1,000 piece of jewelry

Tickets are just $100, and only 150 will be sold! Don’t wait-secure your chance to win these dazzling prizes and make a difference. The winners will be announced at our 2025 Big Gala (attendance not required to win).
Get your ticket now: https://bit.ly/2025ChancetoWin

Join Us in Welcoming Big Sister Candy and Little Sister Aja!

Candy and Aja’s first meeting was extra special—it was Aja’s birthday, and Candy surprised her with a thoughtful gift to celebrate! They spent time getting to know each other, set goals for Aja’s grades, and made future plans.

We need more amazing Bigs to make a difference. Ready to be a mentor? Visit BeTheBig.org to learn more!

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🥳 We’re Celebrating 35 Years of Mentoring Magic! 🥳
This November, every dollar you give will go TWICE as far thanks to the 's Foundation matching every donation up to $20,000!
So far, we’ve raised $13,714, but we need your help to reach our goal of $20,000. Your support helps us continue creating life-changing one-to-one mentoring relationships for kids in Northwest Florida.
Double your Impact today and let’s make this milestone year one to remember: https://bit.ly/35andThriving

You're never too old to be a Big! Phil is 75 years young and has been guiding Eli since 3rd grade and they are having a blast!

Phil’s goal is to help Eli graduate high school and join the military. 🎉 Here’s to mentorship, new adventures, and making a difference at any age!

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🏀 A Winning Night for our Bigs and Littles in Bay County! 🏀
A group of our Bigs and Littles enjoyed a fun evening at Gulf Coast State College, complete with a campus tour, dinner courtesy of Popeyes, and an exciting men's basketball game that ended in a tremendous win!
Thank you to Gulf Coast State College for hosting and to Popeyes for providing fantastic meals. Nights like these are all about creating memorable experiences for our matches!

A HUGE thank you to Zarzaur Law P.A. and everyone who made last Friday’s “Legal Graffiti” a success! The event brought our community together in a colorful way, and we are so grateful to have received a donation of $1,264.66! 💚

This donation is especially impactful because it will be matched dollar-for-dollar by the Arby's Foundation this November—up to $20,000! That means every dollar goes TWICE as far to help us create and support life-changing mentoring relationships.
Double your impact today: BeTheBig.org.

Spreading Holiday cheer at Cordova Mall! Stop by our table at Center Court today, and register for our Holly Jolly Mall Walk!
Lace up your walking shoes and get festive on Saturday, December 14th at 7:00 AM and take part in a 5k walk! Sip on hot cocoa, enjoy sweet treats, play games, win giveaways, and dance to holiday tunes!

Registration Prices:
Kids (4-12): $10
Adults (13+): $20
Groups of 4 or more: $12 a person – Don’t miss out on this discount! The more, the merrier!

Click here to register: https://bit.ly/HollyJollyMallWalk

We believe each version of our logo narrates a chapter of our story. As we celebrate our 35th birthday this month, we’re proud to say we are ’35 & Thriving,’ with deep roots from Pensacola to Panama City which has allowed us to make a difference for so many children.
Our partner, Arby's Foundation, is generously matching dollar for dollar up to $20,000! Every contribution counts and will help us reach our goal of empowering even more matches in our community. Consider making a gift today. Visit BeTheBig.org to support our mission!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America

Today is the day! Join us for Spirit Night TONIGHT from 5 PM – 9 PM at Bubba’s 33 in Pensacola!
Enjoy wings, pizza, burgers, and more—all while supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida. 🍔 10% of sales go toward our $20,000 fundraising goal!
Just bring this flyer or show it on your phone to participate. See you there for good food, fun, and impact!