We’ve had lots of new matches lately! Here’s our latest – Little Sister Rosalyn and Big Sister Savannah of Buncombe County (below) are looking forward to spending time in the water, painting pottery, and writing together. Also in Buncombe County, Big…
Archives for July 2025
Inspired by her Little, a Big lauds her progress, drive – and drivers license
It’s hard to believe we’ve been matched for seven and a half years! But right from the beginning, when you were 9, it was clear you had big dreams, ambition, intelligence, and a maturity beyond your years. You put energy…
Words of confidence improve a little girl’s math – and her self-esteem
Project MARS/AmeriCorps collects “Great Stories” from its members in which they reflect on their experiences mentoring in the classroom and the progress they see in students. This month’s story was written toward the end of the school year by Allison…
Volunteer: One hour a week, and a young student’s life changes
Marie King loves being a school-based mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters, not only because she’s helping a child but also because it’s a fascinating window into a young person’s world. One hour a week, she visits her Little Sister,…
