Jingle Bells & Power Cords: The Big Holiday Battle of the Bands
Detroit’s new favorite holiday tradition is here. Eight local acts reimagine holiday classics. You “vote” with a donation. Bands win prizes. Kids win mentors. Everybody wins.
$1 = 1 vote. Join a band’s fundraising team, rally your crew, and help your favorite act take the crown — all while fueling life-changing mentorship through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southeast Michigan (BBBSSEM).
How It Works (quick + fun)
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Watch the matchups – Weekly video showdowns drop right here.
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Pick your band – Fall in love with a cover? Same.
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Join their fundraising team – Become an official hype hero and help recruit voters.
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Vote with a donation – Every dollar you give = one vote for your band.
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Share the link – Group chats, socials, office Slack. Make noise, Detroit.
Prizes: Winner earns 10% of total raised; Runner-up gets 5%. The rest powers BBBSSEM mentoring for local youth.
IMPORTANT DATES (all times EST)
Round 1
Voting starts Friday, November 28, 2025 • Voting ends Friday, December 5, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Week 2
Voting starts Saturday, December 6, 2025 • Voting ends Friday, December 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Finals
Voting starts Saturday, December 13, 2025 • Voting ends Friday, December 19, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Tip: Follow your favorites now so you’re first to vote when each round goes live.
Why Your Votes Matter (Mission → Mentors)
Every dollar-vote you cast keeps BBBSSEM matching Bigs with Littles across Southeast Michigan — and professionally supporting those relationships so young people can feel seen, build confidence, and access opportunities that change trajectories. Your favorite band gets a shot at the prize; local kids get steady champions in their corner. That’s the kind of holiday magic we’re here for.
Your impact looks like:
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More Big–Little matches across Metro Detroit
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Training, background checks, and expert match support
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Experiences that expand horizons (first concerts, museum trips, career days — the stuff kids remember)
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The long term impacts of BBBS programing include stronger economies and more connected socities.
Ways to Participate
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Join a Band’s Team (P2P): Become a co-captain of their hype. Invite friends, family, coworkers, and that one group text that actually replies.
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Donate/Vote: Toss in $1 for a quick vote or go big with a vote-storm.
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Share the Matchup: Post the band’s link with a line about why you care — your story = more votes.
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Office/School Challenge: Pit departments, classes, or friend groups against each other for bragging rights (and votes).
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Watch Parties: Hit play, pass the cocoa, and vote together.
FAQs (the short + sweet version)
How do I vote?
Click your band’s page and donate — $1 = 1 vote.
Where does my donation go?
To BBBSSEM to power mentorship. Winner gets 10% of total raised; Runner-up gets 5%.
Is my gift tax-deductible?
Yes. You’ll receive an emailed receipt.
Can I recruit others?
Please do! Join the team, share the link, and watch those votes stack up.
Let’s make some joyful noise, Detroit — for the music, for the mentors, for the kids.
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