At Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana (BBBSCI), they believe every child holds incredible potential and that the right mentoring relationship can help unlock it. For more than a century, Bigs and Littles have come together to form powerful one-to-one connections that build confidence, spark aspirations, and create brighter futures.
In 2014, we partnered with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana to pilot AppToGive, a digital fundraising platform designed to make giving simple, engaging, and impactful. At the time, few peer-to-peer fundraising apps were available, and with corporate giving in decline, BBBSCI needed a more sustainable way to grow individual giving. That first #GivingTuesday campaign nearly tripled its original goal and sparked the development of AppToGive into a full SaaS platform now available to nonprofits worldwide. Today, organizations can launch interactive, real-time fundraising campaigns that reach new donors, deepen connections, and bring the energy of a digital telethon to life.
In partnership with BBBSCI, we helped create The Big App, a first-of-its-kind platform designed to strengthen mentoring relationships through intentional activities, data-driven insights, and accessible resources for Bigs and Littles. Since its launch in 2016, The Big App has supported thousands of mentors across the country, opened new sponsorship opportunities, and earned recognition as both an Indiana Award winner and a TechPoint Mira Award nominee. Together, we’re proving that technology can amplify the impact of mentorship and help young people thrive.
Read more about The Big App in our case study here.
We’ve been proud partners of BBBSCI since 2014, supporting its mission to ignite the power and promise of youth. Our CEO, Drew Linn, serves on the board and is actively involved in three committees: Executive, Finance, and Development, and chairs the Technology Task Force, helping guide the organization’s vision and growth. In addition to supporting leadership, he served as a Big. Our Director of Market Development, Arianna Cruz, has also served previously as a Big with BBBSCI and a First Friend with BBBS Northeast Indiana. Arianna and Drew actually met when Arianna served as the Director of Marketing and Outreach for BBBSCI. For us, this isn’t just community development, it’s a chance to walk alongside young people as they discover what’s possible.
On September 18th, we were proud to once again (our tenth year) be a sponsor for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana’s annual The Main Event, held this year at the brand-new Fishers Event Center. Each year, The Main Event brings together more than 1,000 supporters for an unforgettable night filled with sports-themed entertainment, a silent auction, food and drinks, and the chance to celebrate the power of mentorship in Central Indiana.
This year’s evening featured an inspiring keynote from basketball legend Tamika Catchings and celebrated the incredible generosity of the community, raising upwards of $500,000 to support the Big Brothers Big Sisters mission.
We’ve had the privilege of attending several BBBSCI events, but The Main Event continues to stand out as a true celebration of community and connection. It’s a night that raises crucial funds to ensure more young people have the support of a mentor and the opportunity to reach their full potential.
We’re honored to be part of this mission, and we’re already looking forward to next year. If you missed this year’s celebration, plan to join us in 2026 for another evening that promises inspiration, energy, and impact.
