On March 24, 2013, more than 130 SDLC Partners, L.P. employees and their families attended the annual Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh Bowl for Kids’ Sake event held at Funfest Entertainment Center in Harmarville. The firm’s employee-led community service committee, SDLC Connects, ramped up the recruitment and donations efforts through informational meetings and an employee-produced promotional video. In turn, SDLC registered 18 teams and raised a total of $16,000.00 for the organization. The firm surpassed last year’s donation by over six thousand dollars and is very happy with the enthusiastic participation amongst employees. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh is very grateful for SDLC’s efforts. CEO, Jan S. Glick stated, “We are so appreciative of SDLC and their employees. Their amazing generosity and support made Bowl for Kids’ Sake 2013 a terrific success! We hope to bowl alongside them for many years to come.”

With the help and support of SDLC Connects, the 2013 Bowl for Kids’ Sake event has been the most successful in SDLC’s nine years of participation! Over seventy more employees participated and donations grew by 65% from 2012. Principal Partner, Scott Barnyak was pleased by the turnout stating, “We are thrilled to see that our employees have a growing interest in community endeavors. Under the leadership of our Consultant, Mike Rethage, SDLC Connects has taken the Bowl for Kids’ Sake event to the next level. We are overwhelmed with pride as we see the generous donations pour in for such a worthy cause within our community.”

The Bowl for Kid’s Sake event has become an annual tradition for employees at SDLC Partners. The company credits the majority of its fundraising success to friendly intra-squad competition. Team BI 4peat continued its 4 year winning streak by raising more than $2500. SDLC looks forward to participating again next year and plans to surpass its 2013 contribution.

About Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh is the premier one-to-one mentoring organization, serving nearly 1,200 children across Allegheny, Washington and Greene counties.

The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better – forever.

The organization matches children ages 6 to 13 and supports them until they turn 18 years-old or graduate from high school.  Since 1965, they have successfully matched tens of thousands of young people with caring adult mentors. Mentoring is an effective, low-cost strategy aimed at helping children overcome adversity and reach their potential. Studies suggest that children who are matched with a mentor for at least one-year in the programs are more likely to excel in school, gain confidence and make positive and constructive choices.

Volunteers come from all walks of life. Each has something unique to offer. A common denominator is their concern for children and a willingness to give their time. To find out how you can Start Something™ positive for a child in need call (412) 363-6100 or visit the website www.bbbspittsburgh.org. The impact on both of you will be profound.

About SDLC Partners, L.P.

SDLC Partners, L.P., headquartered in Monroeville, PA, opened its doors in 2004 as the business minded, tech savvy, people-driven alternative to large consulting organizations. The firm’s 375 employees deliver process improvement, analytics, and technology solutions to Fortune 1000 and mid-market customers by effectively working with business and I.T. units to serve as the “execution partner of choice” for improving speed to market, reducing costs, and enhancing quality.
For more information about SDLC Partners, visit www.sdlcpartners.com or contact Scott Barnyak at 412-373-1950 or at sbarnyak@sdlcpartners.com.