Get Involved

There’s more than one way to show up for Southern Arizona’s youth.

Become a Big (Mentor)

At BBBS-SOAZ, we match children (Littles) ages 6–14 with caring adult mentors—Big Brothers, Big Sisters, and Big Couples—in one-to-one, life-changing friendships. As a Big, you show up consistently for a child who looks up to you, offering encouragement, support, and a positive role model.

Bigs and Littles spend time together 2–3 times per month, doing simple, everyday activities like playing sports, going on a hike, reading, grabbing pizza, exploring the community, or just hanging out and talking. These shared moments build trust, confidence, and connection—and often become the highlight of a Little’s week.

You don’t need special skills to be a Big—just a willingness to listen, have fun, and be there. We ask for a 12-month commitment from Bigs, Littles, and families, and provide training and ongoing support every step of the way. You’ll make a lasting impact on a child’s life—and you may be surprised by how much the experience changes yours, too.

Host a Brown Bag Lunch and Learn

A Brown Bag Lunch & Learn is a free, easy way for you and your coworkers to enjoy a casual lunch while learning how BBBS-SOAZ is creating life-changing mentorships right here in Southern Arizona. It’s a relaxed, engaging opportunity to connect with our mission and explore the many ways your team can get involved.

Presentations can be as short as 10 minutes or up to an hour, and are available in person or virtually, making it easy to fit into your workday. We’ll share how volunteering as a mentor makes a real, lasting impact on local youth—and how your team can be part of it.

Host a Drive

These drives are made possible by generous individuals, workplaces, and community partners who come together to make a meaningful impact right here in Southern Arizona.

We currently welcome support through the following drives:

By participating in a drive, you’re helping ensure our Littles have access to everyday essentials—while showing them their community cares.

Sponsor an Event

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Arizona provides a range of sponsorship opportunities throughout the year for individuals and businesses looking to support youth mentorship while increasing their presence in the Southern Arizona community. Our signature events, including The BIG Gala and Bowl for Kids’ Sake, offer engaging ways to connect with our mission and the families we serve.

Event sponsors are essential to advancing our work and helping build and sustain meaningful mentoring relationships for local youth. Sponsorship opportunities may include brand exposure before, during, and after events, event admission, and the opportunity to directly invest in programs that help young people grow, thrive, and reach their full potential. Whether you’re seeking a high-level partnership or a more targeted sponsorship, your support helps bring our mission to life.

Become a Fundraising Event Partner

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Arizona could not carry out the life-changing work we do without the generosity and dedication of our amazing community partners. Whether you’re a business, organization, or individual, your support makes a tangible difference—helping raise critical funds, increase awareness, and create memorable experiences that directly benefit the children in our mentoring programs.

Ways to Partner With SOAZBIGS:

Financial Sponsor or Donor

Support our programs and events through monetary contributions or sponsorships that help cover costs and ensure a meaningful experience for participants.

Peer-to-Peer Fundraiser

Create a fundraising team for our events like Bowl for Kids sake or a 5k Team for El Tour – Team Defenders.

Raffle or In-Kind Auction Donor

Donate gift cards, products, services, or experiences to feature in event raffles or auctions.

Third-Party Event Host

Plan your own fundraiser—like a run, happy hour, or workplace campaign—to benefit SOAZBIGS.

Supplies or Event Materials Donor

Contribute items such as décor, printing, signage, giveaways, or equipment to support our events.

By partnering with SOAZBIGS, you’re not just supporting an event—you’re helping create brighter futures and lasting mentorships for children across Southern Arizona.

Become a Match Activity Sponsor

BBBS-SOAZ Match Activities give Bigs (mentors) and Littles (mentees) a fun, safe, and supportive space to connect, build trust, and make lasting memories. Held regularly at our Mentoring Activity Center and around the community, these experiences are always free for Bigs and Littles and designed to strengthen relationships through shared activities. From games and creative projects to outdoor adventures and community outings, each activity encourages learning, growth, and friendship in a welcoming environment.

Ways to Get Involved:

Host or Sponsor an Event at the Mentoring Activity Center
Open your space or provide an experience at the MAC, giving matches a chance to enjoy games, crafts, sports, or other group activities in a safe and engaging environment.
Financial Sponsor / Donation
Support Match Activities through a financial contribution that helps cover supplies, admission, snacks, and materials for our Littles and Bigs.
Underwrite a Specific Activity
Fully sponsor an activity—like bowling, a field trip, or a creative workshop—ensuring matches can participate at no cost while making unforgettable memories.
Meal Sponsor or Food Donation
Provide meals, catering, or snacks to enhance the event experience for Littles, Bigs, and volunteers.
Venue Host
Offer your space for a SOAZBIGS event and help bring our community together.

Your support directly helps create meaningful moments that strengthen matches and change lives—one activity at a time.

Participate in BBBS-SOAZ Events

Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Arizona at our signature events—including Bowl for Kids’ Sake, BIG Gala, and El Tour de Tucson—and have fun while making a lasting difference in the lives of local youth. Whether you’re forming a team to bowl, purchasing a VIP table at the Gala, or riding to support children in El Tour, every way you participate helps fund our life-changing mentoring programs. These events are a chance to celebrate mentorship, connect with our community, and directly empower children across Southern Arizona to reach their full potential.

Together, We Can Change a Story.

You don’t have to change the world. You can start with one relationship.