Many local businesses support Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas by offering discounts to Bigs and Littles.
Businesses can help foster our mentoring relationships by joining the BBBS Match Discount Program, which offers Bigs and Littles affordable options for spending time together.
Some businesses offer two-for-one specials, while others offer service discounts. With the help of establishments like yours, youth in our program will be provided with new and exciting opportunities!
If your business is interested in learning more about our discount program, please contact Brenda Lindfors at 512-807-3612 or Blindfors@bigmentoring.org.
Sign up and submit a Match Discount Partner Contract to join us in making a difference in our community.
Amy’s Ice Creams
All Austin-area locations
With Big’s purchase, Little receives free small ice cream with one “crush’n” topping. Matches must show their Match ID card to receive the discount.
Austin Aquarium
1350 N HWY 183, Austin, TX 78750
Big buys one adult ticket, Little gets one child ticket free. Must present Match ID card with purchase.
Austin Bouldering Project
979 Springdale Rd., Suite #150, Austin, TX 78702
Free Day Pass (includes shoe rental) for Little when Big purchases a Day Pass. Must present Match ID card upon check in.
Austin Rowing Club
74 Trinity Street, Austin, TX 78701
Rent a single or double kayak for one hour for $5, or rent a SUP for one hour for $10. Must present Match ID card upon check-in and a valid driver’s license.
Please fill out a waiver prior to arrival. Guests 17 and younger must have their waiver filled out by a parent or legal guardian. You will only need to fill out a waiver once per calendar year.
Adult Waiver (18 and up) – https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/605df9a63b637/web/
Youth Waiver (17 and younger) – https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/605dfc0917eaa/web/
Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary
10808 Rawhide Trail, Austin, TX 78736
Free admission for Little with Big’s admission purchase. Matches must show their Match ID card to receive the discount.
Not valid with other coupons or discount offers; not valid for ‘Boo at the Zoo’ or other special events.
Blanton Museum of Art (The University of Texas at Austin)
200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Austin, TX 78701
Free admission for both Big and Little.
Visitors will need to make a reservation before coming to the museum. BBBS matches should call the Blanton at 512-471-5482 to find a spot and make a complimentary reservation. The Blanton suggests giving them a one day’s notice when making a reservation.
Blazer Tag Adventure Center
1701 W. Ben White Blvd. Austin, TX 78704
Big buys one Laser Tag game, Little gets their game free. Matches must present their Match ID card in order to receive the discount.
Buffalo Boxing
714 Shelby Lane Unit B, Austin, TX 78745
Free boxing class on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5- 6 p.m. for any BBBS match.
Maximum 10 people per class. Classes are first-come, first-served. Please show up 10-15 minutes early. In the case of a full class, trainers are happy to give personalized pointers. Matches can just show up or they can confirm their attendance with Robert Clemente at 512.589.0941.
Matches must present their Match ID card and fill out an online waiver before they attend class.
Café Monet Art Studios, Austin (Paint your own Pottery)
4700 W. Guadalupe, Austin, TX 78751
Buy one piece of pottery and receive 50% off your second piece of equal or lesser value. Matches must show their Match ID card to receive the discount.
CiCi’s Pizza, Round Rock
1601 IH-35, Ste. 350, Round Rock, TX 78664 — 9717 N Lamar Blvd Ste B, Austin, TX 78753
Free buffet for Bigs and Littles. Any day, any time. Matches must show their Match ID card to receive the discount.
Cinnaholic Austin
The Arboretum Shopping Center – 10000 Research Blvd UNIT 136, Austin, TX 78759
Two (2) free cinnamon rolls of choice, one for Big and Little. Matches must show their Match ID card to receive the discount.
Crux Climbing Center
121 Pickle Road, Suite #100, Austin, TX 78704
Little climbs for free with Big’s purchase of a one-day pass. Must present Match ID card to receive discount.
Doc’s Drive In Theatre
1540 Satterwhite Rd., Buda, TX 78610
Big buys one adult ticket, Little gets their ticket for free along with a free small popcorn. Matches must present their Match ID card in order to receive the discount.
The Escape Game Austin
405 Red River St., Austin, TX 78701
Any day of the week, Matches, or Littles and their families, can book their experience here and use promo code BBBSTEG15 to get a 15% discount.
Highland Lanes
8909 Burnet Road, Austin, TX 78757
Matches receive half-priced lane rental, and free shoe rental for Littles. Matches must show their Match ID card to receive the discount.
Ian’s Dry Cleaning & Laundry Delivery
20% off all orders & free delivery. Order online at ianscleaners.com/freedelivery and use promo code ‘BBBS20’.
Kerbey Lane Cafe
All Austin-area locations
Littles receive a free pancake with their Big’s dine-in entrée purchase. Must present match ID card to receive discount.
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX 78739
Matches can gain access to the center for free. Matches will need to contact Joe Strychalski at Jstrychalski@bigmentoring.org in order to get tickets. Requests must be made at least one business day in advance of visit date, and Matches must show their Match ID card at the center to confirm the discount.
Lions Krav Maga
911 W. Anderson Lane, Austin, TX 78757
Buy one membership, get 1 free ($49.99/month, no enrollment fee). Matches must show their Match ID card to receive the discount.
The Long Center
701 Riverside Dr., Austin, TX 78704
Tickets for select shows may be available to BBBS participants through the Long Reach for the Arts program. Tickets should be requested at least one week prior to the performance date and are subject to availability. Tickets will be available for pick-up at Will Call two hours before show time. Must present Match ID card.
You can check out upcoming shows at https://thelongcenter.org/upcoming-calendar/ and contact your Match Support Specialist with the specific show, date, and time you’re interested in and we will inquire with the Long Center about availability.
Loralee Foundation Ranch
14409 Fitzhugh Rd., Dripping Springs, TX 87620
Free access for activities such as basketball, sand volleyball, horseshoes, softball, walking trail, petting zoo, covered pavilion for picnic gatherings and a swimming/fishing hole in Barton Creek. Please call ahead to schedule, 512-917-1962.
M&B Hair Salon For Men
12129 Ranch Rd 620 N #550, Austin, TX 78750
Matches: Come in together and Little receives free haircut with purchase of Big’s haircut. Please show your Match ID card at the time of service to receive the discount.
Littles: $15 off child’s haircut for youth enrolled in BBBS program.
Bigs, BBBS staff, and BBBS supporters: $5 off haircut. Mention promo code: ‘BigMentoring’
Nu Brakes Mobile Brake Repair
NuBrakes mobile brake service technicians repair or replace your brakes on-site at your office, home or apartment.
10% off brake repair services for all BBBS participants. Please show your Match ID card at the time of service to receive the discount.
Ode a la Rose
10603 Metric Blvd. Suite 208, Austin, TX 78758
15% discount off any bouquet available on the website.
Offer available to all Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas participants, Big/Little matches, Bigs, Littles and their families, BBBS staff, BBBS Executive Board , Advisory Council, Foundation Board and Big Impact Group members. Discount code: BBBS15
Rick’s Cleaners
All Locations
.50¢ off dry cleaning of any garment for all Bigs and Littles. Must present your Match ID card.
Thinkery
1830 Simond Avenue, Austin, TX 78723
Free admission for any BBBS Match. Bigs are encouraged to contact Brenda Lindfors at Blindfors@bigmentoring.org at least 1 week before desired date to receive entry-guaranteed tickets.
Matches must show their Match ID card at the Thinkery’s front desk.
Treaty Oak Distilling
16604 Fitzhugh Rd., Dripping Springs, TX 78620
10% off drinks for all BBBS of Central Texas participants, staff, and affiliates. Must present your Match ID card or BBBS email to verify affiliation.
Discount applicable for drinks only at Mercantile & Rickhouse Bar, not redeemable at Alice’s Restaurant.
