Great Times, Great Cause
area…and kids always win!
Join us on Thursday, May 7th for our 14th Annual Fundraiser: The BIG Breakfast. It is more than just a meal; it is a morning dedicated to the power of connection.
Hear moving testimonies of mentorship, engage in meaningful networking with community leaders, and join us in celebration as we present the BIG Impact Award and honor those who go above and beyond for youth in our community.
Date: May 7, 2026
Time: 7:30am networking and breakfast followed by program
Location: Crowne Plaza Lansing (925 S Creyts Rd)
RSVP required. Click the link to reserve your seat today.
Join us on October 4, 2026 for our 6th Annual Miles for Mentorship 5k and Kids Spooky Sprint!
This 5k is professionally chip timed by the Michigan Running Foundation. All proceeds from the event will directly support youth in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Ionia and Shiawassee counties who are enrolled in a BBBSMCR program.
Date: October 4, 2026
Time: 9:30am Kids Spooky Sprint, 10:00am MFM 5k
Location: Hawk Island Park (1601 E Cavanaugh Rd, Lansing, MI 48910)
Registration opens January 13th. Click the link to secure your spot in the race for mentorship!
Join us on November 12, 2026 for our BIG Thank You event. Together, we will honor the dedication of our volunteers and donors who help bring mentorship to youth in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Ionia and Shiawassee counties.
Join us in celebration as we present the Big Brother and Big Sister of The Year awards to two Bigs who made a BIG impact on their Little and community.
Date: November 12, 2026
Time: 5:00-7:00pm
Location: MSUFCU Headquarters
RSVP required. Please click the link to reserve your seat.
PARTNER WITH BBBSMCR
Big Brothers Big Sisters Michigan Capital Region hosts a variety of events each year that directly support youth in Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Ionia and Shiawassee counties by providing access to mentorship.
If you would like to discuss hosting a third-party fundraiser to benefit the youth enrolled in a BBBSMCR program , or you are a part of current fundraiser and would like to direct your proceeds to youth enrolled in a BBBSMCR program, please contact Megyn Forest, Executive Director & CEO, at Megyn.Forest@bbbsmcr.org