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Big Celebration Gala Logo 2025 - Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara and the Southern Tier

The BIG Celebration!

Saturday, November 1, 2025
The Powerhouse in Buffalo, NY

Join us for our annual Gala re-imagined—an unforgettable evening of cocktails, dinner, auctions, and inspiration as we honor the life-changing power of mentorship, followed by the perfect afterparty to keep the celebration going!

FORE the Children!

One day. One course.
A community that shows up.

For 20 years, this tournament has brought people together for more than just a great round of golf – it’s helped create life-changing matches for local kids who need someone in their corner.

This year is our 20th anniversary – and we’re aiming to make it our biggest yet. 

Grab your spot on the course. Bring your team. Make it count.

Foursomes and sponsorships are still available!

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Empowering Potential

We believe that in every child, there is incredible potential.

Big Brothers Big Sisters creates and supports one-to-one mentoring relationships between volunteer mentors (Bigs) and children ages 6 through young adulthood (Littles) in Erie County, Niagara County, and Cattaraugus County of New York State.

A New Chapter Begins

Welcome CEO Benjamin Marchione

With more than 20 years of nonprofit leadership experience and a deep passion for mentorship, Ben brings energy, vision, and heart to our mission.

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The BIG Meat Raffle!

BIG Night. Real Impact. A Community That Showed Up.

Our first-ever BIG Meat Raffle was a huge success.

Led by the Ambassadors Board of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara & the Southern Tier, this sold-out event brought together more than 340 people for a night of fun, generosity, and community support.

Our Latest News & Stories

Check back here for the latest on what’s happening here with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara & The Southern Tier.

BIG Night. Real Impact. A Community That Showed Up
April 16, 2026
BIG Night. Real Impact. A Community That Showed Up
More than a first event… this was the start of something powerful.

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New Leadership. A New Chapter for BBBSENST
March 23, 2026
New Leadership. A New Chapter for BBBSENST
Welcoming a proven nonprofit leader to guide the next chapter of mentorship and community impact across Western New York.

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