Big Tip Off 2025: Raising Over $3,000 for Local Creative Scholarships

The highly anticipated AAF BIG TIP-OFF of 2025 lived up to its reputation! In a night meant to celebrate creativity, community, and competitive spirit, we TIPPED BIG in raising over $3,000 for local high school and college students looking to further their creative intuition with scholarship funds.

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This year, we visited a new venue at Patrick's Rooftop and were greeted by killer service, spectacular views, and the end-all, be-all of sunsets to wrap up the summer. Each year, local agencies and creative groups volunteer their talented crews to serve as bartenders, adding creative flair to raise tips to support the community!

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Our very own AAF Buffalo President-Elect, Mike Taboni—representing Crowley Webb—received the most tips of the night with over $1,100 raised and won the prestigious Golden Cocktail Shaker. Meanwhile, Agency 15 was recognized for the best promotional piece with their stellar video inspired by the recent American Eagle campaign.

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Thank you to everyone who came out to support our local community and aspiring creatives, and thank you to the participating agencies and creative groups for their excellent bartending skills. We can’t wait to see what you all dial up for next year!