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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!

BIG Meat Raffle - Events - Big Brothers Big Sisters ENST - Erie Niagara and the Southern Tier

The BIG Meat Raffle!

BIG laughs. BIG prizes. BIG impact.

Saturday, April 11, 2026
Doors Open: 6:00 p.m.
First Spin: 7:00 p.m.

The Grapevine Banquets Event Center
333 Dick Road
Depew, NY 14043

Grab your tickets NOW and let’s make it a BIG night!

BIG Draft 2026!

WE NEED YOU ON OUR ROSTER – 60 BIGS IN 60 DAYS!

Whether your game is on the field, the court, or the console, there’s no better time than
now to get in on the game!

Because no matter how you plan, the connection you can make with a young
person in your community will always be a WIN.

Contact us to take the first step to becoming a Big. Apply now or give us a call at (716) 873-5833.

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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.

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.

Save the Date: The BIG Celebration 2026
February 12, 2026
Save the Date: The BIG Celebration 2026
An evening of purpose, power, and a party you won’t forget.

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A Future Built on Mentorship
February 12, 2026
A Future Built on Mentorship
Data from Big Brothers Big Sisters of America’s national report, “A Future Built on Mentorship,” highlights mentorship as essential infrastructure.

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The BIG Meat Raffle Is Here – And It’s Going To Be Legendary
February 11, 2026
The BIG Meat Raffle Is Here – And It’s Going To Be Legendary
Western New York, get ready to win BIG, cheer loud, and defend potential – one steak at a time.

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