“The Time of My Life” – that Dirty Dancing hit song could describe the evening for supporters at BBBS Polk and Rutherford counties’ Dirty Dancing fundraiser Aug. 29 at Caitlyn Farms, Mill Spring. Some 70 people enjoyed BBQ, refreshments, and…
With Big’s encouragement, long-time Little is a culinary student
Nine years! That’s how long Emily and Holly have been matched. Through the years this Haywood County match has shared a lot. Conversations while hiking and baking led to big talks. Time together has deepened their friendship, and now each…
This year’s new Project MARS members are ready to serve
AmeriCorps NC has hired its latest cohort of Project MARS members to serve in schools and communities in Western North Carolina. And it’s still recruiting members for the 2026 school year. During the newly convened school year, members will help…
Macon and Jackson counties show up for Boots & Bourbon
The third annual Boots & Bourbon on Aug. 6 left a profound impact in the lives of 130 (and growing!) youth being served across Macon and Jackson counties. We called, you answered. The result? Youth in need of mentors, resources…
Two grants fortify our work in Burke and Henderson counties
We are grateful for two recent grants. BBBS Henderson County was awarded a grant by Community Foundation of Henderson County to recruit Bigs in the county and, through our CARES program, to increase support for families and children on our…
