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There are all kinds of mentors needed for all kinds of boys and girls. Any caring adult can make a difference! But right now our greatest need is for men. Sound like you or someone you know? Please don’t wait! Summer is the perfect time to sign up for mentoring. Please volunteer, make a donation, or tell a friend to support Big Brothers Big Sisters. Somebody needs you!
 EVENTS
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The Big Event
Date: Thursday, October 4
Join us at this adults only event at the Venue of Scottsdale on Thursday, Oct. 4, as we award our outstanding Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Year and honor our supporters. The event will include a silent auction, dinner and inspiring program.
For details, visit here »
Diamondbacks Games
The Diamondbacks have donated 200 tickets for our Matches to enjoy over four separate games on August 7, 10, 21 and Sept 4. If you would like to attend, please email tickets@bbbsaz.org. First come, first served.
Big Thanks Awards
The Big Thanks Awards (formerly Double Scoop) honor those Bigs who have gone above and beyond during the quarter.
This July, Johnny's Uptown in Phoenix graciously hosted the event as we celebrated the following Bigs:
Judi Bowne
Ellyn Burczyk
Danette Cheney
Rebecca Clyde
Nancy DiMarco
Jennifer Holmes
Dave Howell
Todd Luckensmeye
Lisa Polacheck
Holly Wake
Pictured left to right
Back: Danette Cheney, Lisa Polacheck, Ellyn Burczyk,
Joan Howell (wife of Big Brother Dave Howell), Holly Wake
Front: Nancy DiMarco, Rebecca Clyde, Judi Bowne
Arby's Charity Tour Golf Tournament
Date: Monday, October 29
The Arby's Charity Tour (ACT) at Ancala Country Club in Scottsdale is a modified scramble. Each foursome will play the best ball off of the tee box and then each player will play their own ball to finish out the hole. The event concludes with a banquet dinner and live auction benefitting BBBSAZ.Last year's event sold out, so sign up early. For details, visit here »
The Big Learning Series
Date: Saturday, September 8
Save the Date! The next Big Learning Series volunteer training titled “Back To School” will be held Saturday, September 8 from 10 a.m.- Noon. This training will help Bigs learn ways to encourage their Littles in schoolwork and setting academic goals. Further details to follow.
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 PHOENIX MERCURY GUITAR
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Are you a Phoenix Mercury fan or guitar afficianado? If so, the team has generously signed a Fender Stratocaster guitar and has put it up for auction online. Proceeds benefit BBBSAZ. Learn more and bid »
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 FIRST CHANCE SCHOLARSHIP
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If you are a child, alumnus child or parent/guardian of a child in the BBBSAZ program, you may be eligible for the First Chance Scholarship from University of Phoenix. Click here for more details and to apply»
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 REEL IN SOME FUN!
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 Fishing is the perfect activity to share with your Little. There’s plenty of time to talk, and even catching a small fish is something to celebrate.
Not an expert on fishing? It doesn’t matter! We’ve reeled in some sites that tell you all you need to know about fishing. Cast your line for fish and fun » |
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Events 
Phoenix Mercury Guitar
First Chance Scholarship
Reel in Some Fun!