Big Brothers Big Sisters depends on the generosity of people like you to help the growing number of local children who are waiting to be matched with a mentor, a Big Brother, or Big Sister.

On behalf of the children we serve and someday hope to serve, thank you in advance for your generous support.

Give Online Now

Your secure one-time or monthly recurring donation today will positively impact a child’s life.

Give by Mail

To make a donation by mail, please send your check or money order to:

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara & the Southern Tier
100 River Rock Drive, Suite 104
Buffalo, NY 14207

Give by Phone

To make a donation by phone, or if you have any questions about donating, please contact:

Kara L. (Hite) Cantrell
Director of Development & Community Relations
Phone: (716) 873-5833, ext. 245

More Ways for You to Give

Here are some other ways you can make a BIG difference in the life of a local child.

Tributes & Memorial Gifts

Giving a gift in memory of a loved one or in honor of a birthday, anniversary or special occasion is a thoughtful way to support the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters. All gifts made in memory or in honor of someone will be acknowledged through a personal note sent by Big Brothers Big Sisters.

  • To give a tribute or memorial gift by mail, please send your check or money order, along with the supporting information, to:
    Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara & the Southern Tier
    100 River Rock Drive, Suite 104
    Buffalo, NY 14207
  • To give a tribute or memorial gift by phone, please contact our Development Department at (716) 873-5833 ext. 245.
  • To give a tribute or memorial gift online, click here.

Employer Matching Gifts

Many employers match their employees’ gifts to charitable institutions. Some companies will match the gifts of employee spouses and retired employees as well. Ask the human resources or benefits office at your workplace for more information.

If your company has a matching gift program, please designate “Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara and the Southern Tier” as the recipient of your funds.

For more information, please contact our Development Department at (716) 873-5833 ext. 245.

Through Workplace Giving Campaigns

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara and The Southern Tier is proud to participate in the local campaigns for the United Way of Buffalo & Erie County and the State Employees Federated Appeal (SEFA). You can designate all or a portion of your gift to support our local mentoring programs.

Helpful Hints: When searching for our name in campaign materials, we are listed as:

  • United Way of Buffalo & Erie County: #1243 – Be-A-Friend Program – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara and the Southern Tier
  • SEFA: #57-00175 – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara and the Southern Tier

If you have any questions about designating your workplace donation to Big Brothers Big Sisters, please contact our Development Department at (716) 873-5833 ext. 245.

Event Tickets

Do you have tickets for an upcoming events that you would like to donate for use by our Bigs and Littles? Big Brothers Big Sisters accepts donated tickets for age-appropriate sporting events, concerts, shows or other events. Your donation will create special memories for a Little to share with their Big.

To donate event tickets, or for more information, please contact the Development Department at (716) 873-5833, ext. 245.

Stocks & Securities

Increasing numbers of donors are making gifts to Big Brothers Big Sisters using appreciated securities, including stock, bonds and mutual funds.

If you would like to discuss this option, please contact your financial advisor or our Development Department at (716) 873-5833 ext. 245.

Donor Advised Funds

Donor Advised Funds are the fastest-growing giving method and tax-efficient way to manage charitable donations. Donor Advised Funds allow donors to make a charitable contribution, receive an immediate tax deduction and then recommend grants from the fund over time.

To learn more, contact your financial advisor or the Development Department at (716) 873-5833, ext. 245.