Art of the Match Gala – The Remix presented by Wynwood Walls Foundation

Miami, FL – April 15, 2023 – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami, the premier youth-mentoring organization, successfully raised $1.3 M with support from over 400 philanthropic, business and community leaders attending its largest annual fundraiser Saturday. The event, themed the “Art of the Match Gala: The Remix” was presented by the Wynwood Walls Foundation and welcomed guests for networking, dinner, a live performance by Wyclef Jean featuring BBBS Little Sister Likem, dancing, auctions and impactful match stories at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

The signature event helps cover the costs to match Bigs (adult mentors) with Littles (youth mentees). Evening highlights included: performances by Groove Republik; the program emceed by Najahe Sherman of CBS Miami News; and record-breaking statistics shared by host and BBBS Miami President & CEO, Gale Nelson. Additionally, longtime supporters Melly Sanchez (former BBBS Miami employee) and former Big Brother Robert Sanchez (Chairman & CEO, Ryder System Inc.) were recognized by Nelson with a “BIG Impact Award” celebrating their service to the organization. Robert Sanchez was also surprised when his former Little Brother Caleb was brought to the stage for an emotional reunion.

Presentations by Littles, Caleb, Likem and Lashon provided guests with personal insights of their experiences and successes that reflect the impact of the much-needed youth mentoring program. All three Littles, who are now working, adult professionals, spoke from the heart when they acknowledged their Bigs for helping them on their life journeys.