11/13/2026
Every meaningful connection has a beginning. ❤️
Sometimes, it's a shared interest. Sometimes, it's a simple conversation. And sometimes, it's an introduction that becomes something neither person could have imagined.
For Iluta and Amelia, it started with a match made through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary and Area.
But their story is about so much more than mentorship. It's about friendship, belonging, and the incredible things that can happen when someone shows up for another person.
Over the coming weeks, we're going to share their story, one chapter at a time.
And behind every chapter? People like you.
Today, we're officially launching our 2026 Winter Appeal, with a goal of raising $50,000 by December 31 to fuel the dedicated people, programs, and professional support that make safe, meaningful mentoring relationships possible.
And right now, your generosity can go twice as far!
Thanks to a generous donor, gifts will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to a total matching contribution of $20,000.
That means your $50 can become $100. Your $100 can become $200.
Because every meaningful mentoring relationship begins with people who believe in what's possible.
Help us fuel the next connection.
❤️ Give today: bbbscalgary.ca/donate/fuelmentorship/