Building strong relationships with our school partners is a top priority for Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC this year. One of the best ways to strengthen these partnerships is by being present in our communities by visiting our counties…
Honored to be a part of 114th Cherokee Indian Fair Parade
Here we are at the 114th Cherokee Indian Fair Parade last Saturday. The theme is this year’s fair, submitted by Mariah Mahan Hill, was “Ways Have Changed, but Our Values Remain.” Here’s what the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians says…
Learning the ropes: Project MARS member is off to a great start
Project MARS member Kari Barrows describes how her year serving Western North Carolina and school children has gone so far. So far, it’s a big thumbs-up! “Living in Western North Carolina has always felt special to me – not just…
Fly fishing, art galleries: Eight years together and counting
Michael and Isaiah, a Buncombe County match, celebrated eight years of mentorship in June 2026! They’ve been fast friends ever since being matched in February 2018. Isaiah wanted his Big to teach him how to fly fish, and Michael, a fly fishing…
Lots of new High School Bigs at Lake Lure Classical Academy!
Last Thursday, our Bigs and Littles at Lake Lure Classical Academy met for the first time! “We had a lot of fun painting rocks to create our very own ‘Worry Monster.’” said Madi Seigfried, BBBS Rutherford Program Coordinator. “Everyone named…
