Rachel became a Big Sister through the AmeriCorps Mars program, where she was matched with her Little Sister, Amiya. From the moment Rachel became Amiya’s big, she has gone above and beyond to support her. Rachel made it her…
Archives for September 2020
A Little Sister becomes part of her Big’s family
This is pretty unusual, but it’s oh so wonderful – Little Sister Journi has become a member of her Big Sister’s family! Journi, a Haywood County resident, became a Little in the site-based program nearly five years ago when…
Oct. 15 is going to be a Big BIG Giving Day in Buncombe!
On Oct. 15, you can help local children by helping Big Brothers Big Sisters of Buncombe County meet its significant operating and program costs. Big BIG Giving Day is going to be a day of fun and social good. And,…
Bigs, you’re the best, our Executive Director says
Littles who don’t like calling back during the pandemic means dedicated Bigs are extra special, Executive Director Lelia Duncan says in this tiny video.
Hang in there, Bigs, your Little needs you!
Frustrated because your Little hasn’t been returning your calls and texts during the pandemic? These Bigs offer some encouragement.
A Little Sister’s transformation is shared with blueridgenow.com readers
(This story, written by Hendersonville County Big Brother Joey Popp from an email by Trisha King, was posted on blueridgenow.com, the website for The Hendersonville Times-News, on Sept. 13, 2020.) Power comes in many forms. During these days of pandemic,…
AmeriCorps is looking for a few more Project MARS team members
Do you want to make a difference in the life of a child? Do you believe in the power of education? Do you have what it takes to be an AmeriCorps member with Project MARS/AmeriCorps? Check us out at our…
Little Sister Keenysia throws Opening Day first pitch at new Harry Dallara Baseball Field
Little Sister Keenysia threw out the first pitch during Opening Day, Sept. 5 at the brand-new Harry Dallara Baseball Field in Tryon. The grand opening celebration included a field dedication, a Little League game, and speeches from several dignitaries. It…
