26th September. 2026
5:00 pm to 9:00 pm

61st Annual BIG Gala

Big Gala - Hyatt Regency Seattle

Join Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound for our 61st Annual BIG Gala, an inspiring evening celebrating the power of one caring relationship.

On September 26, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Seattle, community leaders, supporters, and friends will come together to raise critical support for youth across our region. This special night will highlight the life-changing impact of mentorship, honor the stories that move our mission forward, and remind us that one person, one connection, and one act of support can change a life forever.

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Your continued donations fuel the next 60 years of mentorship, helping more young people find the guidance and confidence they deserve.

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Together, we’re building a legacy of hope, connection, and potential.

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Event Stats

Youth in our programs who have been matched with a mentor for a year or more are doing better in school, have higher self-esteem and have stronger relationships with their family and friends.

448
Guests
17
Sponsors
$700,000 and counting…
Dollars Raised
Our Testimonials

What People Say

Moving from Africa to the U.S. was a big adjustment for me and my daughter. Thanks to Big Brothers Big Sisters and her amazing mentor Bethany, Precious has adapted better, and even our arguments at home have went down.

Cate Ngugi Little Sister's mom

What I would tell someone considering being a mentor is that it doesn’t take a lot of time. Communication is key!

Bethany Big Sister
Mentor and Mentee in Bigs In Tech At Amazon

Abby, you were a great mentor this year and I had lots of fun with you! Hope to see you next year! Pet Louie for me!

Pearl Little Sister in Bigs in Tech
Mentor and Mentee are smiling in Bigs In Tech

Dear Kyle, When we did The pasta tower it was soo fun and we both like snow boarding. I will see you next year

Abdi Little Brother in Bigs in Tech
Amazon employees and students are doing project together

Thanks for all the fun times we had. The lava lamp was the best also I scored my first goal!

Hamza Little Sibling

This feels like the most important work that I have done all year.

A Bigs in Tech Mentor

“It’s not really that we’re [Bigs] helping them, its that we are assisting them in accessing the resources they need to make stuff happen. These kids now; they know whats good. They are brilliant and creative. They’re link: Give me an opportunity and I’ll run with it.”

Darnell Big Brother

“My Little has the crayon box, and she just needs help to identify the colors. Yes, being in the corner as a Big is important, but kids are doing the thing. […] Whatever she does next is going to be brilliant. It doesn’t even matter if it takes her a while … like the opportunity to witness that was just like … oh, my gosh.”

Anonymous Big Sister

“Having a Big is awesome! It’s like having this incredible friend who’s got my back, helping me navigate the world, and teaching me valuable life lessons.”

Anonymous High School Little

“Big Brothers Big Sisters has been a blessing in my life. All 3 of my children have had Bigs, and each Big has been just the right person to connect with them.”

Chavela Parent of 3 Littles
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