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MENTORSHIP CHANGES EVERYTHING.

Every young person deserves someone in their corner. Together, we can build a future where mentorship opens doors and creates opportunity.

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LEARN ABOUT MENTORSHIP
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THE BIG CELEBRATION 2026

Join us Saturday, November 7 at Salvatore’s Italian Gardens for an unforgettable evening celebrating the life-changing power of mentorship across our community.

Enjoy cocktails, dinner, inspiring stories, live and silent auctions, and a celebration of the Bigs, Littles, partners, and supporters helping local youth reach their greatest potential. Then, keep the night going at The BIG Little Bash beginning at 8:00 PM!

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Founder’s Day Picnic 2026

Celebrating the power of mentorship.
Creating memories that last a lifetime.

Our annual Founder’s Day Picnic brought together Bigs, Littles, families, volunteers, and community partners for an unforgettable evening of food, fun, and friendship.

Whether building rockets, sharing laughs, or recognizing our graduating Littles, the evening showcased the incredible impact of one caring mentor.

These are the moments that remind us why we do what we do.

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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!

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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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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.

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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.

A Picture-Perfect Day for Mentorship
August 7, 2026
A Picture-Perfect Day for Mentorship
A picture-perfect day, an incredible community, and one BIG mission. Our 20th Annual FORE the Children Golf Tournament brought supporters together for a memorable day on the course—all in support of life-changing mentorship for local youth.

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The Power of Showing Up: Patrick & Kendrick’s Story
July 9, 2026
The Power of Showing Up: Patrick & Kendrick’s Story
Patrick thought he needed to be "qualified" to become a Big. Instead, he discovered that what kids need most is someone willing to show up. Read how his friendship with Kendrick has transformed both of their lives.

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The Power of Showing Up: Kerry & Skylar’s Story
June 29, 2026
The Power of Showing Up: Kerry & Skylar’s Story
As Big Sister Kerry and Little Skylar approach one year together, their story shows how simple moments and consistent support can change a child's life.

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