Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Michigan

?? Tickets on Sale Now! ?? Join us for an evening of inspiration at Big Brothers Big Sisters’ Annual Benefit Dinner! ?? Monday, June 16 ?? Radisson Plaza Hotel, Kalamazoo We’re honored to welcome Greg Kampe, longtime head coach of Oakland University men’s basketball as this year's speaker! ?? Coach Kampe’s leadership on and off the court has impacted countless lives, and we can’t wait to hear his insights on mentorship, leadership, and making a difference. Every ticket sold supports life-changing mentorship for local youth. Be part of a night that celebrates the power of mentorship! ?? Reserve your seat today! ? ThinkBigToday.org/benefit

??? Love sports? Make a BIG difference with Sports Buddies! ??? Support and mentor a child through fun, BBBS-hosted sports events - no athletic skills needed! Matches meet 1-2 times a month (mostly on Saturdays) for a mix of active and spectator sports. ?? Want to learn more? Contact Jordan Thrash, Sports Buddies Mentoring Relationship Specialist, at [email protected].

??This year, 650+ bowlers hit the lanes across 7 Bowl for Kids' Sake events! And beyond the fun? They helped collect 900+ books for local youth! ??? BFKS isn’t just about strikes - it’s about igniting potential in local youth. Thank you for making 2025 a BIG year! Watch the recap and relive the impact! ??

?? The Empowering Potential Scholarship is back! ?? Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Michigan is proud to support the aspirations of young people in our community. Through the Empowering Potential Scholarship, we will award financial assistance to one qualifying High School Big and one qualifying Little—past or present—who are pursuing higher education or career development. ?? How to Apply: ?? Complete the application ?? Submit two letters of recommendation ?? Deadline: April 14 The application links are in the comments. If you have questions, please contact Amy Kuchta, CEO, at [email protected]. Please share to help spread the word! ????

We're celebrating our 2025 Bowl for Kids' Sake Spare Sponsors! Your generosity is making a BIG impact on local youth! ?? ?? Shoutout to: Absolute Homecare and Medical Staffing Allkins Family Foundation Bartholomew Heating and Cooling Battle Creek Community Foundation BRONSON BATTLE CREEK DUNSHEE BODY & FRAME, INC. Elemental Media LLC Nulty Insurance Old National Bank Schweitzer Underground Printing Kalamazoo ?? Your support helps create life-changing friendships!

We’re celebrating our 2025 Bowl for Kids' Sake Strike Sponsors! Your generosity is helping create life-changing friendships for kids in Southwest Michigan, and we couldn’t do it without you! A BIG thank-you to: ? Edwards Garment ? Events with Moxie ? I.H.S. Distributing Co ? Hardings Market ? TRMI, Inc. Your support is setting up kids for their biggest possible future! Thank you for making a BIG impact! ??

? Save the Date! ? ? Join us for an unforgettable evening at BBBS' annual Benefit Dinner! ?? Monday, June 16 ?? Radisson Plaza Hotel We’re thrilled to announce that Greg Kampe, longtime head coach of Oakland University men’s basketball, will be our keynote speaker! ???? Coach Kampe is a powerhouse leader both on and off the court, and we can’t wait to hear his insights on mentorship, leadership, and making a difference. ? For more information, please email Events Manager, Melissa Kendal, at [email protected]. Mark your calendars and get ready for an inspiring evening celebrating the power of mentorship!

?? Happy 1-year anniversary, Tyler! As our Engagement and Outreach Specialist, Tyler has spent the past year connecting volunteers and spreading the word about mentorship. His work makes a BIG difference for local youth!

We’re so grateful for the incredible support of our Perfect Game Sponsors for this year's Bowl for Kids’ Sake! Your generosity is making a BIG difference for the youth in our community. A huge shoutout to: ? Envision Advertising Design & Video Production ? Graphic Packaging International, LLC ? NuWave Technology Partners ? PNC ? Revel and Roll West ? Schupan ? Stryker? Because of your support, more kids will have the opportunity to be matched with a mentor who will empower them to reach their full potential. Thank you for being part of something BIG! ??

?? Join Our Team! ?? Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Michigan is hiring a Mentoring Relationship Specialist to help foster strong, meaningful mentoring relationships. If you have excellent communication skills and a passion for youth development, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now: