Final Four Raffle, Dine to Donate, and More: Your Guide to Getting in the Game for Match Madness 🏀
Welcome to Match Madness, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Kentuckiana’s annual celebration of mentorship, community, and life-changing connections.
With 68 teams punching their bids to the NCAA Tournament this March, our goal for Match Madness is to fill our roster and recruit 68 new Bigs to change more lives. All month long, you can support local youth in multiple ways: signing up to become a mentor, entering to win tickets for an unforgettable Final Four experience, or simply grabbing a meal that gives back.
No matter your schedule or comfort level, there’s a way for everyone to get in the game — because mentorship matters!
Ready to make a difference? Start here. 👇
⭐ Becoming a Mentor
Right now, over 200 young people in our community are ready and waiting for someone to show up for them. These youth mentees (“Littles”) have completed all of their enrollment steps. They’re just waiting for a caring adult like you to step up!
Mentoring doesn’t require special skills — just consistency, encouragement, and a few hours each month. Our team provides training, ideas, and ongoing support so you never do it alone.
Why people become mentors:
✅ Flexible time commitment
✅ Fun, everyday activities
✅ Real impact you can see and feel
✅ A relationship that changes two lives — theirs and yours
Our Match Madness Goal: Recruit 68 new mentors to help youth currently waiting for a match.
🎟️ entering the Final Four Raffle
Two passes to the Men’s NCAA Tournament Semifinals and Championship games for $100? It’s more likely than you think.
NOW through Thursday, March 19, 2026, you can enter to win two passes to the NCAA Men’s Final Four. Every $100 ticket purchased directly supports mentoring programs that help young people reach their full potential.
🏀 Once-in-a-lifetime experience
💚 Your ticket directly supports local youth
🎯 Easy way to make an immediate impact
Note: Only 200 tickets will be sold. The winner will be drawn Friday, March 20 at 1 p.m. ET on Facebook Live (@bbbskentuckiana). Winner will receive two (2) all session passes to the Men’s 2026 NCAA Tournament Final Four Round (Semifinals on April 4 and Championship Game on April 6) at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Get your raffle tickets before they’re gone!
🤔 Not Ready to Commit Yet? Attend a Recruitment Night
Curious about mentoring but want to learn more first? That’s exactly what our recruitment nights and info sessions are for.
These relaxed, no-pressure events give you the chance to:
Meet our team and current mentors
Hear real stories and experiences
Ask questions openly
Explore how mentoring can fit in your life
There are no big expectations — just information and conversation. You’ll quickly see how little it takes to make a big difference!
📅 Upcoming Recruitment Nights
🍽️ Eat Local. Make an Impact. (Dine to Donate Nights)
Supporting mentorship can be as simple as making some weeknight dinner plans!
Throughout March, several local partners are donating a portion of sales back to our mission. Bring friends, coworkers, or family and turn a night out into something meaningful.
📍 March Dine to Donate Lineup
Texas Roadhouse (Middletown and Shively locations) — Thursday, March 19
Waldo’s Chicken and Beer Norton Commons — Thursday, March 26
Bubba’s 33 Fern Creek — Thursday, March 26
Pro tip: Show your server this page and our flyer to make sure they know about our campaign!
Every Action helps make mentorship possible.
Match Madness is about one powerful idea: when our community shows up, young people win.
You don’t have to do everything — just choose one way to get involved or spread the word this month!