Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star Raises $315k to Help Local Youth

Dallas, Texas – Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star hosted its annual Big Black Tie Ball on Saturday, November 7th.   Doug Dunbar, co-anchor for CBS 11, emceed the event. Click Photo Gallery

Big Brothers Big Sisters CEO Pierce Bush, grandson of George H.W. Bush, welcomed guests and gave a heartfelt presentation sharing his personal experience of being a Big Brother for six years to his Little Brother, Jaylyn.  Guests enjoyed an evening of fine dining and entertainment while being enlightened by Aimee Jurado, a Big Sister and parent of a Little. View Aimee’s story here:  Click Video

This year’s ball included a cocktail reception, seated dinner, live entertainment by Downtown Fever, as well as a silent and live auction, including an exclusive Super Bowl 50 package for two to San Francisco, CA. 450 people were in attendance with $315,000 raised for this worthy cause. A special thank you to all of the sponsors including UPS, Highland Capital Management, Nex Bank, J Anthony Group, Moss Adams LLP and Rent-A-Center.

There are currently more than 3,000 children waiting for a Big Brother or Big Sister. Funds raised at this year’s event will assist the organization in continuing to serve current Bigs and Littles and in recruiting additional mentors.