Festival of Wreaths 2023

The Festival of Wreaths is in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lacombe and District mentoring programs. This is our 13th annual year running this auction which will be live from November 23rd at 1:00pm to December 15th at 1:00pm. The wreaths are the hard work of our local businesses and organizations who choose the story and inspiration each year which is explained in each wreaths description. The wreaths are on display at both the Lacombe Memorial Centre and Abbey Centre.

We want to thank you for supporting the auction this year. With 100% of the proceeds going back into mentoring we cannot wait to share with you more of the impacts of our local mentoring programs such as in-school mentoring, teen mentoring, Kids & Kops summer day camp, group mentoring, and community-based mentoring. In 2023, Big Brothers Big Sisters has been able to support more than 400 mentoring relationships and we could not do it without the support of people like you.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Lacombe and District has been strengthening the community through youth mentoring programs since 1989. With the support of a mentor, risks of societal barriers and adversities that negatively impact youth development can be reduced or even avoided. Our mission is to serve the youth of Lacombe and district through the provision of quality one-on-one volunteer relationships, and other related programs by partnering with community organizations, businesses, individuals, and families. Mentored youth experience growth in resiliency, social competencies, positive identity, commitment to learning and empowerment. Mentoring opportunities build a foundation that strengthens core life skills and creates a healthier community. Big Brothers Big Sisters provides youth the opportunity to reach their full potential.