The BIG News: March 2026
Recognizing Women’s History Month
Women’s History Month is a time to recognize the resilience, leadership, and lasting impact of women, past, present, and future. This month, we celebrate the incredible women who show up every day to lead, uplift, and inspire the next generation.
At Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry, 45% of the youth we serve are girls. Girlhood is a pivotal and formative time, and having a consistent, caring mentor can make all the difference. We are deeply grateful for the women who step up as mentors, empowering young girls in our community to grow in confidence, discover their potential, and build bright futures.
As we celebrate the women shaping our world, we remain committed to expanding our reach and impact for the girls who need us most.
Match Highlight: Bryce and Darryl
Click here to read their full story
March Resources
We’re excited to share updated Match Activity resources designed to make planning outings even easier for our Bigs and Littles. This month, we’ll be highlighting low-cost and free activity ideas to help matches spend meaningful time together.
Guardians and Bigs will receive emails featuring activity options throughout the Tri-County area. For questions or additional support, please contact your Match Support Coordinator, Dana or Avery.
Career Readiness Framework:
Big Steps Toward Bright Futures!
Career Readiness Update
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry continues to build momentum with our enhanced Career Readiness framework within the Community-Based Mentoring Program, launched in November 2025. In just the first few months, mentors and youth have already begun incorporating intentional conversations about future goals into their matches.
Since the launch, 44 individualized career-related goals have been established between Bigs and Littles, encouraging youth to think about their interests, aspirations, and potential career pathways. Matches have also participated in two career-focused activities, including a Goal Setting and Vision Board Workshop and a career exploration experience featuring chef and television personality Kardea Brown.
To support these conversations, BBBSL developed and distributed three educational resource packets focused on goal setting, career exploration, and college and military readiness. These tools help mentors guide meaningful discussions about life after high school and introduce youth to the many possibilities ahead of them.
As this initiative continues to grow, we are excited to see our Littles gaining confidence, exploring new opportunities, and taking steps toward their future with the support of their mentors.
Fore Kids’ Futures
Get ready for an evening of friendly competition, connection, and community impact. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry invites you to join us for Fore Kids’ Futures Topgolf Edition on Thursday, May 7, at Topgolf North Charleston.
This high-energy event brings together local businesses, community leaders, and supporters for a night of team play, networking, and fun, all while supporting an important mission. Guests will enjoy a friendly Topgolf competition while helping expand life-changing mentorship opportunities for youth across the Lowcountry.
Proceeds from Fore Kids’ Futures support Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry’s work to create and sustain mentoring relationships that empower young people to reach their full potential.
Why Participate in Fore Kids’ Futures?
Build your team. Make an impact.
Enjoy an all-inclusive Topgolf tournament with unlimited food and drinks while you play. Whether you sign up as an individual or bring a corporate team, this event offers a great opportunity to connect with others while supporting youth in our community.
Friendly competition with perks.
Compete in a spirited tournament, cheer on your team, and enjoy exciting raffle prizes throughout the event. Gather your supporters, take on other teams, and enjoy a little friendly competition.
Change a young life.
Every dollar raised supports Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry’s mentoring programs, helping create meaningful relationships that empower local youth to reach their full potential.
Event Details
Date: May 7th, 2026
Time: 5:00–8:30 PM
Location: Top Golf – North Charleston
2026 BIG Golf Cart Raffle
The 2026 BIG Golf Cart Raffle Is Back!
Our 2026 BIG Golf Cart Raffle is back again this year, and you won’t want to miss your chance to win big while supporting youth in our community.
In partnership with Joe’s Carts and TEKO, one lucky winner will take home a brand new 2026 TEKO Turbo Golf Cart with a $8,995 retail value, taxes included. Even better, every ticket purchased helps fuel something even more meaningful.
When you enter the BIG Golf Cart Raffle, you’re doing more than entering for a chance to cruise the Lowcountry in style. You are investing in the potential of local youth. Proceeds from this raffle directly support Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry’s mentoring programs, helping young people achieve their biggest possible futures.
Your support helps us continue creating life-changing matches and expanding mentorship opportunities for children across the Lowcountry.
More details about the golf cart package and raffle can be found here.
Planetarium Match Activity
Our matches recently came together for a special visit to the Charleston Planetarium, where Bigs and Littles explored the wonders of space and discovered more about the universe around them. From learning about planets and constellations to experiencing the night sky in a whole new way, it was exciting to see curiosity spark and conversations unfold between our matches.
Moments like these allow Littles to explore new interests, ask big questions, and imagine what their future could hold. With encouragement and guidance from their Bigs, experiences like this help build confidence, curiosity, and a sense of possibility. They are powerful reminders of how mentorship can open new worlds for the young people we serve.
2026 Oyster Roast
Rain or shine, our community came together for an incredible afternoon this past Saturday in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Lowcountry. The event was filled with laughter, connection, great food, and a shared commitment to the young people we serve. Moments like these are a powerful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together with purpose.
We are so grateful to everyone who joined us, showed their support, and helped make the day so special. A sincere thank you to Bohemian Bull for hosting us and helping create such a welcoming space for our supporters to gather. Because of the generosity and enthusiasm of our community, we can continue expanding mentorship opportunities for youth across the Lowcountry and ensuring more Littles have the guidance and encouragement they deserve.
If you missed the event or want to relive the afternoon, be sure to check out our event recap on social media, where we shared a reel with highlights and photos from the day.
March Free Activities
Front Beach Fest
Saturday, March 7| 12-4 PM |
Craft vendors, Children’s activities, Local Restaurants, and Food Vendors.
St. Patrick’s Day Block Party & Parade
Saturday, March 14 | 12-5 PM |
The celebration will feature live music, street vending, and fare from Olde North Charleston restaurants, a Kid’s Zone, and more
The Summerville Family YMCA Flowertown Festival 2026
March 27-29 | 9-6 PM
Every spring, Summerville, South Carolina, comes alive with vibrant azaleas, wisteria, and dogwoods for the annual Flowertown Festival, proudly hosted by the Summerville Family YMCA. Recognized as one of the Top 20 events in the Southeast, this three-day arts and crafts festival attracts more than 200,000 visitors who come to enjoy local artisans, delicious food, and family-friendly entertainment.
Charleston Gaillard Center Presents Monuments by Craig Walsh
Saturday, February 28–Tuesday, March 31 | Nightly from 7-10 pm
Experience Craig Walsh’s Monuments, a striking outdoor installation that transforms trees into sculptural works of art through large-scale nighttime projections. Celebrating individuals from the Charleston community, Monuments challenges traditional ideas of public monuments and the histories they represent. The result is a powerful, haunting blend of human portraiture and nature, inviting viewers to see both in a new light.
Kids Eat Free:
- The Co-Op (all Charleston locations) – Free kids’ sandwich with adult sandwich or salad. Monday’s all day.
- Ruby Tuesday (1953 Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC 29407) – Kids eat free with an adult meal. Tuesday’s only after 5 pm.
- East Bay Deli (all Charleston locations) – 1 free kids’ meal per adult meal purchased. Monday-Thursday from 4 pm to close.
- Poogan’s Southern Kitchen (101 Nexton Square Drive, Summerville, SC 29486) – Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal. Tuesday’s from 3-10 pm only.