We are very proud of our long history, but we couldn't have made it to our 50th year without the help of thousands of people. It is the stories of all the people who helped us make it to 50 years that truly celebrate our past, present and futre. We have lots planned throughout 2010 to celebrate our 50th year and share your stories. So, whether you are a current, former - or future! - volunteer, Little Sister, parent, or supporter, we encourage you to be a part of our celebrations. Share your story through our blog, read others' stories, attend an event, or take the plunge and volunteer - check out the list of celebrations below and celebrate with us in YOUR way!
BIG Plans for our BIG 50th Anniversary!
Share Your Story - If you are a current or former volunteer, Little Sister or parent, please contact us to share your Big Sisters experience - you helped shape our first 50 years so we want your story to be a BIG part of our 50th!
Happy Birthday Video - Watch this fun 3 minute video showing some of our matches sharing what they love about Big Sisters and wishing us a HAPPY 50th BIRTHDAY! www.youtube.com/watch?v=rxAK2f9JLiI
'Friend to Friend' blog - Follow our blog during 2010 and read weekly posts written by past and present volunteers, staff, Little Sisters and parents. Submit your blog post or match photo for the blog to bigsisters.bc.ca.
'Girls Need More Positive Role Models' Volunteer Recruitment Campaign - We want to provide more girls with a mentor this year, which means we need more volunteers! MacLaren McCann lent us their talent and expertise to create a new volunteer recruitment campaign to help us reach this goal. Check it out!
Calling all Alumni! - Are you a former volunteer or Little Sister? Get in touch with us - we'd love to hear from you! Contact Lisa at 604-873-4525 ext. 306 or lcloutier@bigsisters.bc.ca to share your story with us and receive your invitation to our special 50th Anniversary Volunteer Recognition Event in Nov. 2010.
- Our 2010 Between Friends newsletters will feature stories of alumni matches and other 50th anniversary happenings.
Little Sister Paintings - A special painting workshop was held in January where Little Sisters created masterpieces to commemorate our 50th year. Prints of select paintings will be presented to our 2010 sponsors.
BIG Anniversary Photo Contest - A picture says a thousands words, so we held a photo contest with our current Big & Little Sister and Study Buddy matches earlier this year. Click here to see these great match photos!
Agency Fundraisers - Attend our 2010 Spring Lunch or Gala and celebrate our 50 year history with us as we raise money for our future!
Big Sisters Facebook Page - Become a 'Fan' and get regular updates on what's happening at Big Sisters and post your own comments.
Volunteer Recognition Event - Current and alumni volunteers will be invited to attend a special 50th Anniversary Volunteer Recognition Event in November. Alumni - please contact Lisa at lcloutier@bigsisters.bc.ca for your invitation!
Donate and Support our Future - Big Sisters of BC Lower Mainland is a growing organization - support us as we embark on our next 50 years by making a '$50 for 50 Years' donation or a donation in any amount. Donate now!