BIG NEWS: It's National Volunteer Month

April 2025

IN THIS ISSUE:

National Volunteer Month
Arizona Tax Credit
Bowl for Kids Sake Wrap-Up
Eegees Coupon Card
Angel Charity Sips & Sunsets
The Centurions Naughty Yachty Affair
TU520N Community Showdown

"Volunteering is an act of heroism on a grand scale. And it matters profoundly. It does more than help people beat the odds; it changes the odds." -William J. Clinton

National Volunteer Month!

Empowering the next generation is a continuous commitment that our volunteer mentors take on to invest in youth and our shared future. As we celebrate National Volunteer Month, let's continue to foster positive change in our communities through mentorship. Join Big Brothers Big Sisters SOAZ in working towards a brighter future today!

Be Big Today!

Arizona Tax Credit!

Donate up to $470 if you file single or up to $938 if you file jointly on your Arizona tax return. YOU DECIDE how your Arizona tax dollars are spent, so keep them right here in Tucson and help ignite the potential in the lives of children in need. EVERY DOLLAR HELPS ignite potential in youth through one-to-one mentoring with a caring adult. EVERY GIFT, large and small, is appreciated and put to good use where needed most.

Give Today!

What an incredible time everyone had at Bowl For Kids’ Sake 2025! With a LEGO theme that brought out creativity and fun, we raised over $71,000 to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Arizona! This amount includes online fundraising, event sponsors, and pledged donations!

Here’s a quick look at the event's impact:

$71,000 raised (and counting!)
78 online fundraisers
200 bowl session attendees
8 event sponsors

These funds will help us serve over 400 Bigs and Littles this year, making a huge difference in our community. 🙌

A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors!

Gold Sponsors:

The H.S. Lopez Family Foundation
QuikTrip

Silver Sponsors:

Tucson Plumbing and Heating

Bronze Sponsors:

Citi
Rusing Lopez & Lizardi Attorneys at Law

Match Sponsors:

Sandoval Creative
Udall Law Firm LLP
Ideal Metals

Also, let’s not forget the unforgettable moment when our 2025 Voice of Potentials, Little Sister Jolene and Little Sister Maya, made their speaking debut! 💬 They shared powerful stories about the impact their Big Sisters have had on their lives. Their heartfelt messages moved many to tears, and we couldn’t be prouder of how they represented the heart of Big Brothers Big Sisters. ❤️

Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success, and to all the bowlers and donors who showed up to support our mission.

Check out the fun and memories captured in our photo album on Facebook! 📸

We can’t wait to see what next year brings – see you at Bowl For Kids’ Sake 2026!

Check out the Fun Photos!

Eegee's Coupon Card

Brought back by popular demand, Eegee's Coupon Cards are back! Through community support, Eegee's has been able to donate over $3.4 million to local nonprofits over the years. And this year Big Brothers Big Sisters is proud to be one of three beneficiaries!

Enjoy $60 in savings on refreshing Eegees, crispy fries, savory subs, and more with the purchase of a $15 coupon card.

Show your support and pick up a coupon card today at any Eegees location while supplies last! You don’t want to miss out on these deals that taste good & do good too!

More Info and Eegee Locations!

Angel Charity Sips & Sunsets!

Join Angel Charity for Children & Big Brothers Big Sisters SOAZ and

get ready to embark on a luxurious journey to the Mediterranean at Sips & Sunsets.

Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the stunning Omni Tucson National Resort.

This unforgettable afternoon is all in support of Angel Charity for Children’s 2025 beneficiaries.

This enchanting event is more than just an afternoon out—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children in Pima County.

Buy Tickets Here!

The Centurions "A Naughty Yachty Affair"

The Centurions are proud to announce their highly anticipated annual themed fundraising Event, set to take place at the. . .

Kino Sports Complex Veterans Memorial Stadium

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Gates open at 6PM

This year’s event promises to be an unforgettable evening with a fun yacht-themed celebration, featuring live performances by Barenaked Ladies and Yachtly Crew, as well as exciting features including a charity casino, prize and cash raffles, food, drinks, costume contest, and more.

Proceeds from the Event will go toward supporting local charitable initiatives that benefit BBBS-SOAZ and our community’s most at-risk children and their families!

Buy Tickets Here!

TU520N Community Showdown!

Fast Prints USA is launching the TU520N Community Showdown, a campaign designed to support local nonprofits in a BIG way!

This is Round 1 of the community-driven voting competition, and we need your support to help Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Arizona advance to the next round.

The nonprofit that wins in the second round will earn 5.20% of all sales from Fast Prints USA from January 1, 2026, to May 31, 2026!

We’re asking our community to rally behind Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Arizona!

Your vote could make a huge difference in helping us continue to create lasting, positive change for the youth of our community.

Voting closes on May 1, 2025. Don’t miss this chance to make a BIG impact!

Nominate BBBS-SOAZ Today!

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Arizona

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