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Join us for our third annual Big Futures Luncheon! This isn’t the same old nonprofit luncheon— you’ll be up on your feet with unique, hands-on activities to get your creative ideas flowing as you brainstorm ways your company can support workforce development alongside Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest. This is an event you won’t want to miss!

  • Network with a variety of companies and community leaders (meet new, creative people!)
  • Learn from successful matches (be inspired by Bigs and Littles making a BIG difference!)
  • Brainstorm together the ways you and your business can make a greater impact on the workforce of tomorrow (contribute creative ideas to build a better workforce!)

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

11:30 AM- 1:00 PM

AVENUE Portland

Tickets

New this year: Mentorship Silent Auction

We all know how important mentorship is, and that doesn’t end when you reach adulthood. In conjunction with this year’s Big Futures Luncheon, you’ll have the chance to win a one-hour mentorship session (either virtually or in-person) with one of the Portland/Vancouver metro area’s impactful leaders. These mentors come from a variety of industries, including government, the arts, communications, business, sports, and more!

Both attendees and those who are unable to attend can bid in this silent auction online. The auction will begin Tuesday, April 7th at 12:00 noon and end Thursday, April 16th at 12:00 noon. The auction link will be posted here once it’s open.

Get your Big Futures Luncheon ticket now to support workforce development for youth! Proceeds from the event, including the silent auction, will support Big Brothers Big Sisters Columbia Northwest.

Silent Auction Mentors

Join Cathey and Gary for a unique experience where fun meets strategy. First, we’ll hit the pickleball court, whether you’re a beginner learning the ropes or a seasoned player ready for a challenge, we’ve got you covered! Afterward, we’ll cool down with a creative brainstorm session, bring any idea, problem, or story, and we’ll help you elevate it. It’s a perfect mix of play, creativity, and inspiration!

Mentorship topics can include: how to be impactful in your community, how to navigate multigenerational workplaces and leadership structures, and how to define your personal success.

Mentorship topics can include: cooking, sobriety, leadership, work/life balance, and growth mindset

Mentorship topics can include: finding your purpose, how to be impactful in your community, and how to become a nonprofit Board member

Mentorship topics can include: building a successful business, finding your purpose, and how to be impactful in your community

Speakers

John Middleton
John is a Portland-raised community member who works for Advanced Medical Administration. John was the 2024 Big Brother of the Year with his first Little, who has since graduated. He is currently mentoring his second Little and serves on the BBBS Board of Directors. John is excited to share the impact that mentorship can have.
Click here for photos from last year's luncheon

If you cannot make it to the Luncheon, but still want to contribute, you can make a donation to help meet the $30,000 goal to support college and career readiness for Littles!

The Big Futures Luncheon will be facilitated by On Your Feet! 

On Your Feet designs and delivers groundbreaking interactive experiences for the world’s most innovative brands through trainings, events, retreats, team sessions, innovation workshops, and more! On Your Feet is committed to that same mission that we love to repeat: more joy, less fear, better results.

 

Sponsorship

Interested in sponsoring this event? Contact Katie MacDonald [email protected]

Download sponsorship packet

Thank you to our sponsors:

Launching Potential Sponsors
Developing Potential Sponsors
Finding Potential Sponsors
General Sponsors