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Above: Photo of our Matchmaker, E-Commerce software business Lightspeed, standing with their sponsored match, Xonique (Mentee) and Lily (Mentor).

At Big Brothers Big Sisters Auckland (BBBS), mentorship is at the heart of everything we do. Every day, we see the power of connection between young people and their mentors—relationships that grow, inspire, and change lives. But none of this would be possible without the dedicated work of Matchmakers, the passionate businesses and individuals who help us create these life-changing connections.

A Matchmaker is person or business who believes in the transformative power of mentorship and wants to make a real difference in their community. By becoming a Matchmaker, you fund the match between a young person, a mentee, in need of mentoring with a caring adult mentor for 12-months. As a Matchmaker you support your match to flourish, connect, and give the mentee and family an extra support person (s) including our wrap-around support. Matchmakers help us reduce our waitlist and ensure future tamariki can continue to receive live-changing mentorship.

Match making; The matching process is at the core of our success at BBBS. It’s not just about pairing any two people together. It’s about finding the right match—a mentor who will understand, support, and encourage a young person in ways that suit their individual needs and goals. Our Matchmakers support the matches between our mentees and mentors so they receive the best mentoring and support for 12-months.

Some of our matches you could sponsor:

We believe every one of our matches deserves a dedicated sponsor, showing them that there are caring individuals in the world who believe in them, who are invested in their future and success.

We work with our Matchmakers to activate their sponsorship through match meetings or events if they choose to. We welcome working with businesses that can give our mentees opportunities and experiences they wouldn’t have otherwise, beyond their match sponsorship.

You can read more about how businesses are helping Big Brothers Big Sisters support tamariki in their community through our Matchmakers program in the articles linked below.

NURTURING FUTURES: HOW BUSINESSES EMPOWER CHILDREN THROUGH MENTORSHIP

Coding the future: BBBS Mentees unlock tech at Lightspeed event.

1. Fill out the Matchmaker interest form.
2. Our team at Big Brothers Big Sisters Auckland will be touch.

If you have any questions, our Program Manager Chelsey can answer them for you and support you becoming a Matchmaker.

Phone: 022 379 7169
Email: [email protected]

We are filled with gratitude for everyone who joined us at The Big Auction last Thursday night to support Big Brothers Big Sisters Auckland. It was a fantastic evening full of energy, laughter, and excitement, from lively quiz rounds to competitive bidding on our incredible auction items. Most importantly, the night gave us a chance to highlight the life-changing impact of our mentorship program, with heartfelt stories shared by our mentors Guy and Lucie.

Thanks to the generosity and enthusiasm of everyone involved, we made meaningful progress toward our ambitious goal of raising $24K for 2024. Every dollar raised is going directly toward matching the 100+ mentees currently on our waitlist with dedicated mentors. We can’t wait to introduce you to the new matches made possible by the kindness of our donors and sponsors. Stay tuned for more updates as we move closer to making these valuable connections a reality.

A special shoutout to our incredible hosts at The Beer Spot, along with our auction sponsors: Parrot Dog, The White Lady Auckland, and Black Pineapple Co. Your support made this event truly unforgettable.

We would also like to thank our amazing auction item sponsors, including:
Andrew J. Steel, Sculptureum, Superthriller Jet Sprint, Muriwai Beach Horse Treks, Malkia Beauty, Swanndri, Pelagic Charters, Hibiscus Jetski Hire & Tours, AJ Hackett Bungy New Zealand, Ethique, ITM Fishing, Te Pou Theatre, Mad Butcher Takanini, Eden Park, Tree Adventures, Glass Bottom Boat, Re-Dental Clinic, Moustache Milk & Cookie Bar, Eden Orthodontics, Amanda Thomas Photography, Fantail Entertainment, Xplosiv Supplements, Explore Auckland, Escapism Auckland, Farro Fresh, Vivo Hair & Beauty, Pulse Energy, and Joseph Parker.

Your contributions are making a real difference in the lives of young people across Auckland. We’re incredibly thankful for your continued support in helping us create positive mentoring relationships that last a lifetime.

Here’s to the strides we’ve made and the impact we will continue to create together!
#24kfor2024 #thebigauction #bigbrothersbigsistersauckland #mentoringmatters

The excitement is building as we approach our biggest fundraising event of the year—The Big Auction for Big Brothers Big Sisters Auckland (BBBS Auckland)! With only one week to go, it’s time to mark your calendars, gather your friends, and get ready to bid on some incredible items, all while supporting a cause that changes children’s lives.

At BBBS, we believe in the power of mentorship to transform futures and ignite potential. Every bid you place during The Big Auction helps us continue our mission of pairing at-risk children with caring mentors, giving them the guidance and support they need to thrive.

We have already teased some Auction items over the last month, but here are five more items not to be missed:

1. Family Fun Package

This package for the family includes 2 x family passes to visit Sculptureum Gardens and Galleries, 1 x $65 Voucher to Moustache Milk & Cookie Bar, 2 x Passes to High-Flyers course at Tree Adventures, and 1 x Mini Family Photo Shoot session at Amanda Thomas Photography. The value of this family fun package is $468!

2. Oral Wellness Package Voucher

This voucher is with re·dental clinic and is worth $350! It includes a comprehensive exam, deep scale and polish, oral cancer screening, panoramic x-ray, intraoral x-rays, photos and intraoral digital scan, oral care gel and personalised treatment plan.

3. Super Thriller Jet Sprint Experience

This voucher is for two Drivers, for three laps each, to experience driving a Jetsprint boat around a purpose built race track! Big on thrills, Super Thriller Jet Sprint puts you in the driving seat – easy to drive, highly responsive and demanding enough to give you an adrenaline rush.

4. A medium signed Adidas Highlanders Rugby Shirt

Check out this Highlanders Rugby jersey signed by their superstar players! This is an auction item for the Highlanders rugby fans in the crowd!

5. Wellness and Skincare Voucher for Room 9

This voucher worth $250 for Room 9, is the personalised treatment your skin deserves. Amelia’s approach to treatment is based around the fact that every single person’s skin is as unique as they are. Some of Amelia’s treatment options include Bacial, Bespoke Facial, Red Carpet Fire & Ice Facial, Omnilux Treatment, Red Light Therapy, Derma Planing.

Why Your Support Matters

Every dollar raised through The Big Auction goes directly to supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters Auckland’s capacity to support more children and young people. Your participation helps us continue to mentor and empower young people across our community, giving them the tools and confidence they need to succeed.

With just one week to go, now is the time to get excited, plan your bids, and spread the word. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of our tamariki.

Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to auction bidding opening, and don’t forget to register your interest if you haven’t already.

See you at the auction!

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To see more of the The Big Auction Items up for grabs click the link : https://www.auctria.com/auction/TheBigAuctionBBBSAuckland 

To buy tickets and for more event details please click on the event ticket link: https://24k-for-2024.raiselysite.com/

Thank you to our generous supporters:

Welcome to The Big Auction, an extraordinary event hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters Auckland (BBBS Auckland) designed to raise vital funds for our 24K for 2024 fundraising campaign. Set to take place online and in person on Thursday, September 12 2024 at The Beer Spot, Morningside, this event promises a night of pub quiz, excitement, community, and impact.

• Location: The Beer Spot, Morningside, 596 New North Road, Kingsland
• Date: Thursday, September 12, 2024
• Duration: 6:30 PM -10PM.
• Start Time: 7:00PM

The Big Auction is more than just a fundraiser—it’s a celebration of generosity and commitment to our local children and youth who need a mentor in their lives. With over 100 children on our waitlist, the funds raised will help us support an additional Mentor Coordinator to expand our capacity to recruit, train, and match more mentors with children in need.

ONLINE

The Big Auction will run online with bidding starting on the 1st of August. The Big Auction will conclude online and in-person on the evening of August 12th at the Big Auction Pub Quiz event at The Beer Spot, Morningside. We have over 20 items for you to bid on to support the BBBS cause and you can check them out in our Item Catalogue here: https://www.auctria.com/auction/TheBigAuctionBBBSAuckland

The Catalogue of items looks like this:

A select few Big Auction Items will be auctioned off live on the night, continuing from the highest bid. We will let you know what items these are when bidding starts in September.

IN PERSON

The Big Auction will run in person on September 12th at The Beer Spot, Morningside. Doors will be open from 6:30pm, welcoming speech at 7:00pm before we tuck into the first rounds of Pub Quiz!

Join our Pub Quiz on the night, enjoy nibbles and drinks, and an opportunity for you to get a bit competitive, meet like-minded people, and connect with our professional network. Hear from some of our amazing mentors who have been truly impactful on the lives of our mentees across Tāmaki Makaurau.

We will be auctioning our select big items live half way through the night, so stay tuned and be ready to bid!

To visit the Big Auction in-person event site click this link: https://24k-for-2024.raiselysite.com/

Tickets:

Tickets are priced at $150 for a team of 5 or $40 per person and receive a free raffle entry to win a bungy jump off Aotearoa’s iconic Harbour Bridge with your ticket. YOU COULD BE JUMPING OF THE HARBOUR BRIDGE! It costs you nothing to register to bid on items online if you cannot make be there in person.

Buy tickets here: https://24k-for-2024.raiselysite.com/

What to Expect:

• Entertainment and Pub Quiz: Enjoy an evening filled with multiple rounds of Pub Quiz, networking, and community spirit. Hear from our guest mentor speakers and our guest MC (Watch this space!).
• Hybrid Auction: Bidding begins on September 1st and continues through the live event. Participate both in-person and online to ensure you don’t miss out on your favorite items. You can browse the items here on our auction site here.
• Exclusive Items: Bid on a diverse selection of exclusive items and experiences, ranging from luxury getaways to unique local experiences.
• Refreshments: Drinks provide by an onsite food truck and beer and cocktails to clench your thrust with beer spots awesome range. Look out for our drink of the night where 50% of proceeds go back to Big Brothers Big Sisters. We can ensure you will have a delightful evening while supporting a great cause.

Schedule:

• 6:30 PM: Doors Open
• 7:00 PM: Event Commences – Warm Welcome and speech.
  7:30 PM: Pub Quiz begins – Test your trivia knowledge
• 8:00 PM: Big Auction – Bid on some awesome exclusive items or via our online platform. Bid on one of our amazing mentees creative pieces of artwork .
• 8:40 PM: Final Round of Pub Quiz – The competition is on!
• 10:00 PM: Evening Closes – Closing remarks, raffle winner is announced.

Proceeds:

All proceeds from the evening go towards reducing our waitlist of over 100 children to be matched with their very own ‘Big’! As part of our #24Kfor2024 fundraising campaign, funds will go towards enabling Big Brothers Big Sisters to match more children in need of a mentor, role model and stable emotional support system. We are filling a gap for so many children, supporting vulnerable whānau and igniting potential in our tamariki

See you there!

The Team at Big Brothers Big Sisters Auckland

Big Brothers Big Sisters Auckland recently hosted a successful charity pub quiz, raising approximately $3000 to support tamariki on our waitlist being matched with mentors. The event was a heartwarming testament to community spirit and generosity, bringing together friends, families, and local businesses for an evening of fun and philanthropy.

A special thank you goes out to The Beer Spot, Morningside for kindly hosting the event. Their welcoming atmosphere provided the perfect backdrop for a night of trivia and connection. Additionally, we extend our gratitude to Jo Bros, who kindly offered a 10% profit return from the evening, significantly boosting our fundraising efforts.

A big thank you to Black Sands Brewery for their generous contribution of a discounted keg, allowing more of the profits to go directly to Big Brothers Big Sisters. Their support helped ensure the night was not only enjoyable but also highly successful.

We are also deeply grateful to New World Remuera for their donation of a fantastic raffle prize and to Whitaker’s Chocolate for their delightful spot prizes, which added an extra layer of excitement to the night. Congratulations to Kasey for winning the raffle!

A special shoutout to the team “Look at all the nice dogs” for emerging victorious in the quiz. Their knowledge and teamwork were truly impressive.

The success of this event would not have been possible without the incredible support from all the teams and individuals who participated. Your enthusiasm and generosity are what make these events so special.

With such a successful turnout and the generous funds raised, we are excited to continue running these quizzes in the future. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of the children on our waitlist, helping them find the mentors they need.

Thank you once again to everyone who supported this fantastic event. We look forward to seeing you at our next quiz night!

Join The Big Auction here

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