Let’s Glow for Kids’ Sake! ✨
Gather your team, fundraise for mentorship, and light up the lanes for local youth.
Join us for two unforgettable days of glow bowling, community fun, and life-changing impact at Bowl for Kids’ Sake 2026. When you bowl with us, you’re helping ensure that young people across the Central Coast have the support of a caring adult mentor.
Right now, more local youth are connecting with BBBS mentors who can help them build confidence, explore new opportunities, and feel supported as they grow. Every dollar raised through this event helps expand mentorship opportunities through Big Brothers Big Sisters.
Grab your friends, coworkers, or family members and help us light the way for the next generation.
How It Works
1️⃣ Start a Team
Gather 2–5 bowlers and register online. Teams can include friends, family, coworkers, or community groups.
2️⃣ Fundraise for Mentorship
Each bowler gets a personal fundraising page to share with friends, family, and colleagues. Each bowler is encouraged to raise at least $100 to support mentorship programs.
3️⃣ Glow Bowl!
Join us at the Boardwalk Bowl lanes for glowing lights, music, prizes, and a celebration of the impact you're making.
Glow Theme Fun ✨
This year’s theme is “Let’s Glow!” and we’re inviting teams to get creative and glow their own way.
Wear neon. Decorate your own shirt. Bring glow sticks, lights, and bright colors.
The lanes will be glowing—and we want your team to shine too.
Prizes will be awarded for:
✨ Best Glow Team
✨ Most Creative Outfit
✨ Top Fundraising Team
Event Details
Event: Bowl for Kids’ Sake 2026
Dates: April 25 & 26, 2026
Location: Santa Cruz Boardwalk Bowl
Parking validation is provided for all registered bowlers.
Teams will sign up for a specific bowling time slot, so everyone gets a chance to glow on the lanes.
Why It Matters
For many young people, having a mentor can change everything.
Mentorship through Big Brothers Big Sisters helps youth:
• Build confidence and resilience
• Strengthen relationships and communication skills
• Explore new opportunities and experiences
• Feel supported by a trusted adult
Every dollar raised through Bowl for Kids’ Sake supports mentorship programs across Santa Cruz, Monterey, and San Benito counties.
Together, we are helping young people realize their full potential.
Get Involved
There are several ways to participate:
Start a Team
Recruit your bowlers and begin fundraising.
Donate
Support a bowler or make a gift to support youth mentorship.
Become a Sponsor
Local businesses and organizations can help light up the event while supporting local youth.
Questions?
Want help starting a team or becoming a sponsor?
Email us at bowling@santacruzmentor.org
Let’s Glow for Kids’ Sake! ✨
When our community comes together, incredible things happen.
Grab your team, fundraise for mentorship, and join us at the lanes.
Because every young person deserves someone in their corner.
