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One out of thirteen elements of survival: Camping with my Little Brother

August 20, 2018 by Paul Clark

By: Calvin Allen, Big Brother My Little Brother Will and I, went camping at Montreat Campground a few days ago. After I picked him up, our first order of operation was to head to Black Mountain and pick up our…

Baseball’s life lessons and staying connected from 1000 miles away

August 13, 2018 by Paul Clark

Sitting in the front window at one of Asheville’s oldest and most classic establishments—Barley’s—Big Brother Joe Sherman is sipping some ice tea with two of the most important people in his life: his Little Brothers. They talk about baseball and…

A ‘Great Story’ from AmerCorps’ Project MARS

July 16, 2018 by Paul Clark

. Final Words It all started with a desire to do more, to want more, to not just stand idly by as our future leaders didn’t have a positive influence in their lives. After I left my job in Greenville,…

AmeriCorps is recruiting members for a new year

June 27, 2018 by Paul Clark

Great news—It’s that time of year! Project MARS/ AmeriCorps of Big Brothers Big Sisters WNC is now recruiting for full time positions in Haywood, Swain, Henderson, Graham and Transylvania Counties! AmeriCorps members will be responsible for recruiting, training, matching and…

A Great Story from AmeriCorps’ Project MARS

June 22, 2018 by Paul Clark

  The last week of the 2017-2018 school year provided for a lot of “Great Story” moments! With the EOGs over, students and teachers alike across both Vance and Jones Elementary were in a relieved and celebratory mood all week.…

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