When you give, you’re helping young people get the support and resources they need to live up to their full potential
At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grey, Bruce and West Simcoe, we believe every young person deserves the opportunity to grow up healthy, supported, and connected. Through mentorship programs, mental health and wellness initiatives, skill-building opportunities, and prevention-focused services, we help children and youth build confidence, resilience, and positive relationships that support healthy childhood development and long-term well-being. Whether you choose to make a one-time gift, become a monthly donor, leave a legacy gift or support a program directly, every contribution helps create meaningful opportunities and brighter futures for local youth and families across Grey, Bruce and West Simcoe.
ANNUAL CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP
With a growing waitlist and expanding programs, we rely on local partners like you to help invest in the next generation.
By joining us as a corporate sponsor, you will ensure we can continue providing life-changing mentorship to children and youth across our region — while receiving meaningful recognition for your community leadership.
Let’s build something big, together.
Employee Giving
annual event sponsorship
A change of shoes can change a life!
Since 1980, our Bowl For Kids’ Sake campaign has run annually in the spring. When Bowl for Kids’ Sake first began, the funds raised sustained our programs for the entire year! Now, this fundraiser is still vital to Big Brothers Big Sisters Grey Bruce & West Simcoe, allowing us to offer a variety of high-quality mentorship programs to the communities we serve.
Igniting the power and potential of young people – one swing at a time!
Since 2016, our Golf Fore Kids’ Sake tournament has run annually in late summer/early fall. With over 100 golfers in attendance, this spirited annual event brings together local businesses, community leaders, and golf enthusiasts with a shared goal: to ignite the power and potential of young people across Grey, Bruce and West Simcoe.
Creating brighter futures with every serve!
Since 2023, the Bigger Together Charity Pickleball Tournament has brought community members together each early summer in partnership with Taylored Pickleball Academy. This event isn’t just about friendly competition — it’s about rallying support for local youth and inspiring the next generation through mentorship. Join us on the court and be part of the movement that’s changing lives one match at a time.
where creativity meets community care.
Some events seek to inspire, some seek to celebrate, and others seek to connect. The Art of Caring aims to deliver all three! In partnership with Bruce Grey Child & Family Services and Keystone Child, Youth & Family Services, this biennial youth charity gala welcomes 200 community members and supports over 8,000 local children and families connected to the three agencies.
There are many ways to support our annual events! Consider sponsorship, an in-kind donation, participation, or even sharing the event within your social circles.
HOST AN EVENT
Choose Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grey, Bruce and West Simcoe as the Charity of Choice for your next event! These events are organized by you or your community group (e.g. school groups, unions, or corporations) to help raise funds necessary for Big Brothers Big Sisters to operate and ensure that every child gains the confidence to achieve more through a mentoring relationship.
An event can be any activity by a non-affiliated group or individual. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grey, Bruce and West Simcoe has no fiduciary responsibility and little or no staff involvement. However, we will support you and your event as much as possible to help it be successful.
Not interested in hosting a new event? Why not make Big Brothers Big Sisters the beneficiary of an existing event! Past and existing examples include: The Sound Charity Shootout (fishing derby), Owen Sound Ribfest, and Facebook fundraisers (eg., birthday fundraisers).
donate shares & securities
A Tax-Smart Way to Support Local Youth
Donating publicly traded securities—such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, or ETFs—is one of the most tax-effective ways to make a charitable contribution. When you give securities directly to our organization, you eliminate the capital gains tax you would normally pay if you sold the investments yourself. This means your donation goes further, and you can create an even greater impact for young people in our community.
- Maximize your tax benefits: No capital gains tax on donated securities
- Increase your impact: The full value of your investment supports local youth mentoring
- Flexible giving: Donate securities during your lifetime or through your estate
- Simple process: Your financial advisor or broker can transfer the securities directly to us
TRIBUTE & MEMORIAL GIFTS
leave a legacy of hope
A legacy gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grey, Bruce and West Simcoe is a meaningful way to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and youth across our community. By including our organization in your will or estate plan, you help ensure that future generations will continue to benefit from the power of mentorship, connection, and belonging. Legacy giving is an opportunity to:
- Make a long-term impact on youth facing adversity
- Extend your values and commitment to community beyond your lifetime
- Support proven mentorship programs that foster confidence, resilience, and healthy development
- Ensure children and families continue receiving support—at no cost—far into the future
in-kind donations
In-kind donations play a vital role in helping us deliver meaningful, no-cost mentoring programs to young people across our communities. These non-monetary gifts directly support our programs, events, and day-to-day operations—allowing us to invest more resources into what matters most: creating life-changing mentoring relationships. Businesses, community groups, and individuals often support us through donations such as:
- Event supplies (decor, printing, silent auction items, venue use)
- Gift cards for match activities (restaurants, recreation, retail)
- Program materials (art supplies, snacks, workshop materials, STEM kits)
- Professional services (marketing, photography, consulting, facilitation)
- Food donations or catering for volunteer trainings and youth events
For any questions or to make an in-kind donation, please email Emmaline Drewett, Volunteers and Partnerships Coordinator at emmaline.drewett@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
get in touch
For any questions or to receive more information on how you can support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grey, Bruce and West Simcoe please email Beth Aubrey, Executive Director at: ed.greybruce@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca
