About Us

Founded in 2023, Big SY is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization committed to improving the lives of children in need through community-driven fundraising initiatives. Since our inception, we have united friends, families, and supporters around a shared mission: to create meaningful opportunities for family's facing financial hardships.

In our first year, we organized a charitable pickleball tournament donating all proceeds to the Sephardic Bikur Holim Youth Division. Building on that momentum, our 2024 tournament partnered with Care: Special Children’s Center.

As we move forward, Big SY is focusing its efforts on a new campaign; raising funds to send children to summer camp.

This summer, we hosted our third annual tournament, with all proceeds dedicated to this new initiative. While our journey is just beginning—we’ve already successfully sent our first child to camp—our vision is expansive, and our commitment is unwavering.

Big SY is led by a dedicated team of volunteers and supported by a growing community of donors. Together, we are investing in brighter futures, one child at a time.

Big SY's Mission Statement

At Big SY we believe every child deserves the chance to attend summer camp, where they can create lasting memories, build friendships, and grow in a supportive environment-regardless of financial barriers. Providing this opportunity not only enriches the child's life but also gives families the space needed to regain stability and focus on their future.

Leadership Team

Jacob Assouline

Co-Founder and President

Joseph M Shams

Co-Founder and Treasurer

Irwin Sutton

Secretary & Events Coordinator

Raquel Arakanchi

Marketing & Social Media

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Abraham Cohen

Fundraising Coordinator

Leon Fatiha

Operations Coordinator

Benny Abady

Fundraising Coordinator

Jacob Escava

Fundraising Coordinator

2023 Pickle ball tournament

1st Annual

Our debut tournament brought together over 50 players and volunteers to help launch Big SY. DJ and games went on until 1:00AM. All proceeds were Donated to Sephardic Bikur Holim Youth Division.

Champions: David Cattan & Eli Cattan

Date: 8/12/23

2024 PICKLE BALL TOURNAMENT

2nd ANNUAL

Our second tournament was a huge success bringing over 65 players and volunteers. Playoffs were very competitive, bringing in a huge crowd. All proceeds were donated to Care: Special Children's Center.

Champions: Jackie Ashkenazi & Charles Seruya

Date: 8/24/24

2025 PICKLE BALL TOURNAMENT

3rd ANNUAL

Our Third Tournament was a huge success, with over 60 players battling it out in a highly competitive playoff series. All proceeds are donated towards Big SY's summer camp campaign.

Champions: Jackie Ashkenazi & Charles Seruya

Date: 8/23/25