Big Brothers Big Sisters depends on the generosity of donors like you to continue to provide mentors for children. And your contribution stays right in your local community.

Here are just some of the ways you can donate:

Individual Support
Financial donations provide direct and immediate support, usually in the form of cash (via credit card, check, or electronic transfer) or publicly traded securities. Donors generally qualify for tax deductions. Make your gift online today!

If you would like to donate by mail, please send your check or money order to:
Big Brothers Big Sisters
of the Fox Valley Region
160 South Badger Avenue
Appleton, WI 54914

If you would like to donate by phone, please call: 920-739-3542

Tribute & Memorial Gifts
Giving a gift in memory of a loved one or in honor of a birthday, anniversary, or special occasion is a special way to pay tribute to that special someone while supporting the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters. All memorial and honor gifts will be acknowledged through a personal note sent by Big Brothers Big Sisters of America to the honored person(s). Make your tribute or memorial gift online.

Stocks & Securities
Increasing numbers of donors are making gifts to Big Brothers Big Sisters using appreciated securities including stock, bonds, and mutual funds. Call 920-739-3542 to learn more about stocks & securities or contact your financial advisor.

Pledges
Pledges allow donors to make ongoing gifts over a period of months or years. Payment schedules are flexible. Monthly donations can be made online via credit card. To arrange for quarterly or annual donations or to be billed at regular intervals, contact Big Brothers Big Sisters at 920.739-3542.

Employer Matching Gifts
Many employers match their employees’ gifts to charitable institutions. Some companies will match the gifts of employee spouses and retired employees as well. Ask the human resources or benefits office at your workplace for more information. Find out if your company has a matching gifts program.

Planned Gifts & Bequests
If you’re considering making Big Brothers Big Sisters part of your trust, bequest, or endowment, please contact Terrie Pohjola, tpohjola@bigbrothersbigsistersfvr.org or 920-739-3542. A planned gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters ensures the continuation of our landmark mentoring programs and creates your own legacy of support. Planned giving also offers significant advantages, including tax breaks and a potential income increase.

Members of our Legacy Circle have made a commitment to remembering the agency in their estate plans. A permanent Big Brothers Big Sisters endowment fund has been established.

LEGACY CIRCLE
Mary Beth Buss
Wendy Gilbert
Kari Hawkinson
Scott Hurias
Russell & Judith Johnson
Jim Parker
Julie Russell
Tom Van den Bogart
Dave & Mary Willems

Donate Items: In-Kind Donations
Do you have office supplies, printing services, auction items or door prize gifts you would like to donate to Big Brothers Big Sisters? Please contact us to see if we can accept your donation.

Additional Giving Options
Whether you participate in Bowl for Kids' Sake, Golf for Kids' Sake, bid on an item at our Big Little Silent Sports Auction, attend the Antiques Showcase and Sale in the spring, or join us in November for Viva Las Vegas - Shining Bright for Youth, you are helping the kids with your financial support. Feel free to call us to explore further ways to give.