Bowl for Kids’ Sake

FEBRUARY 17 – MARCH 13, 2026 Bowl for Kids’ Sake is Big Brothers Big Sisters of Waterloo Regions’ signature event and premier “fun”-raising event. Teams raise peer-to-peer funds leading up to their bowling night, all in support of local youth in need of mentorship. Starting on February 17th, teams celebrate their fundraising efforts with a […]

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Swing Big Golf Classic

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Swing Big Golf Classic. Together, we raised $26,500 for mentorship opportunities that change the lives of children and youth here in Waterloo Region! Check back in summer 2026 to tee off for a great cause. Please contact Sarah Amoah, Fundraising Lead at sarah.amoah@bbbswr.org or (519) 745-0180 ext. […]

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Big Brothers Big Sisters Month / Holiday Giving

MENTORSHIP EQUALS… Mentorship is about connection. It’s about consistency and building healthy relationships that last. Mentorship is about helping each other learn and grow and find magic within ourselves to unlock our full potential. If you are a mentor, the rewards for you are endless. And for your mentee, the benefits are measurable.  Now, we [...]
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Taps and Apps

Thank you to everyone who attended the most immersive event in Downtown Kitchener! Together, we raised $12,000 to support positive mentoring relationships for children and youth in Waterloo Region. Join us again next year for the best taps, apps, and sounds that the region has to offer at this tasty annual tradition.  Want to get involved? […]

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Best Friends Chefs’ Gourmet Dinner

MENTORS CHANGE LIVES. LET'S MAKE IT HAPPEN.  Hosted by Best Friends of BBBSWR, Chefs’ Gourmet Dinner is a signature culinary event in support of local youth in need of mentorship. This unforgettable dining experience features Waterloo Region’s finest chefs, a sparkling wine reception accompanied by an array of hors d’oeuvres, and concluding with a specially [...]
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