Big Business

Your Company. Your Impact. Your Way.

The Big Business Program offers corporate partners the flexibility to choose how they want to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto (BBBST). We know that every company is different—so we’ve created a customizable menu of options that allows your business to give back in a way that aligns with your values, goals, and workplace culture.

Whether you want to sponsor one of our exciting events, volunteer, fundraise, or invest in our mentoring programs —your support helps us empower young people across Toronto to realize their full potential!

WAYS TO GET INVOLVED

BIG Wins: Fundraise for Impact

Take part in our third-party fundraising program, designed to boost employee engagement, brand visibility, and community impact. Whether it’s donating a percentage of sales, launching in-store donation drives, hosting team fundraising events like BBQs, games, or scavenger hunts—your business can rally your community to help create BIG wins for youth.

BIG Day(s) of Impact: Volunteer with Purpose

Dedicate a day (or more!) to give back through team volunteering. Participate in school-based programs, host youth at your workplace, help pack essential items for Littles, or engage in mentorship-related activities. These one-time or ongoing opportunities bring your team closer together while creating a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

Sponsor a Little in a BIG Way

Help shape a child’s future by sponsoring a Little through financial support or mentorship within a cohort. Your investment provides essential resources and opportunities that empower youth to succeed. As a sponsor, you’ll receive personalized updates and a progress report highlighting the growth and achievements of the youth your support helps uplift.

BIG Investments: Sponsor Multiple Littles

Looking to make a larger impact? Sponsor an entire group of Littles through our group programming or one-to-one mentorship initiatives—such as our Sponsor a School program. Your support funds targeted programming and comes with detailed reporting on the collective progress of the youth you’ve empowered.

Unrestricted Giving: Fuel What Matters Most

Prefer to give where it’s needed most? Regular, unrestricted donations allow BBBST to remain agile—directing funds toward the most urgent needs and high-impact areas of our work.

Find out how your company can participate in BBBST’s Corporate Partnership Program.
Reach out the Lisa Limarzi at infotoronto@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca.

WHY GIVE

Partnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Toronto is not only an investment in your community—it’s an investment in your business.

Boost Employee Satisfaction & Retention

76% of employees are more likely to work for a company that gives back.

Enhance Brand Reputation

66% of global consumers are willing to pay more for products from companies committed to social impact.

Grow Customer Loyalty & Sales

Businesses that engage in philanthropy grow 13% faster, and 67% of consumers are more loyal to brands that support causes they care about.

Attract Top Talent

75% of millennials and 63% of Gen Z seek employers committed to social responsibility.

Gain Positive PR & Media Coverage

71% of consumers are more likely to recommend a brand that supports a social cause.

Achieve Financial Returns

Companies with strong CSR programs outperform competitors by 2–6% annually in the stock market.

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE AS A BIG BUSINESS PARTNER

Progress reports and impact updates on sponsored youth or programs (Sponsor a Little in a Big Way & Big Investments)

Enhanced employee morale, retention, and engagement

Stronger brand reputation and consumer loyalty

Public recognition and promotional opportunities

Access to meaningful, team-building volunteer experiences

A lasting legacy of impact in the Toronto community

Let’s make something BIG together!

Want to learn more about how your company can get involved with BBBST’s Corporate Partnership Program?
Please contact us at infotoronto@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca.

Siobhan Calderbank's Bio

Siobhan Calderbank is an award-winning keynote speaker, leadership strategist, and Talent & Human Resources Executive with more than 20 years of experience transforming organizations, building inclusive cultures, and developing diverse leadership pipelines. Currently serving as Vice President, Talent & Performance Management at Element Fleet Management, she is recognized for leading large-scale organizational transformation, advancing talent and leadership strategies, and helping organizations build high-performing, future-ready teams.

Recognizing the need for greater access to mentorship and leadership development, Siobhan is dedicated to empowering women and youth, particularly those from underrepresented communities, through coaching, career development, networking, financial aid, and leadership-building opportunities. Her commitment to creating pathways for others to succeed is reflected in her extensive mentorship, community leadership, and advocacy efforts focused on supporting youth, women, newcomers, and emerging leaders.

As a globally recognized speaker, Siobhan has inspired audiences from more than 70 countries through conferences, corporate events, and leadership forums. She is a published author and contributor featured alongside influential thought leaders including Oprah Winfrey, Maya Angelou, John Lewis, and Deepak Chopra. Her thought leadership on leadership, change management, inclusion, and talent development has been featured across numerous publications and media platforms. Her voice has been featured on ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, and CW, and she has appeared on Reuters and Nasdaq billboards in Times Square, as well as Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas.

Siobhan has held several leadership and advisory roles supporting diversity, inclusion, mentorship, and community development initiatives. Her contributions have been recognized through numerous honours, including being named one of the Top 100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women, receiving the Women of Inspiration Award for Diversity and Inclusiveness, and being recognized as one of the Top 100 Black Women to Watch in Canada.

She holds a Master of Arts in Leadership from Royal Roads University, a Certificate in Advanced Human Resources from Queen’s University, and a Bachelor of Commerce in Information Technology Management from Toronto Metropolitan University. Through her professional leadership and community service, Siobhan remains committed to helping individuals realize their potential and creating opportunities that enable future generations to thrive.