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Be a Big

As a Big Brother or Big Sister, you can experience childhood again for a couple of hours a week. All you have to do is be a friend to a child in your community. Sharing every day experiences with a child is the premise on which Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area is based. We have been transforming lives since 1973, and have developed several successful programs proven to make a BIG difference in the life of a child.

Becoming a Big is a fun and easy way to volunteer in your community. We have several program options that fit your schedule and interests.We also offer a variety of agency-planned activities for Bigs and Littles, like the Big Brothers Big Sisters Annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake. In this section, learn about the different program options we offer, the application process and what to expect once you’ve become a Big.

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DO I QUALIFY?

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area has specific requirements for our mentoring programs.

Potential Bigs:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Have a valid Virginia Drivers license.
  • Have had no DUI within the past 2 years.
  • Must be a resident of Danville or Pittsylvania County.
  • Must have an interest in children ages 6-14.
  • Are subject to a criminal background check and a Child Protective Services check.
  • Must provide a minimum of three references.

We Help Kids Stay in School

A child with a mentor is 52% less likely to skip school than a child without a mentor.

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BIG A BIG

Help transform the life of a child in our community by being a positive and caring role model.

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ENROLL A CHILD

Our experienced approach to mentoring has resulted in thousands of lasting relationships and helped transform the lives of children across our region.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area provides one-to-one mentoring for children in Danville and Pittsylvania County, serving over 300 children annually.

Physical Address: 1005 North Main Street, Danville VA 24540 Delivery Address: PO Box 678, Danville, VA 24543

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  • 2023 Regional Spelling Bee

    Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area (BBBS of Danville Area) held the Regional Spelling Bee at Averett University, Blount Chapel, on Saturday, March 18, 2023.  Twenty-six youth from Danville Public Schools, Pittsylvania County Public Schools, and Sacred Heart Catholic School participated in the Bee.

    After nine rounds, Kamsiychuwu Ezgwu, 6th grader at OT Bonner Middle School, Danville, VA emerged as the winner. The winning word was epidermis. The winner is now on his way to National Harbor for the National Spelling Bee during Memorial Day week.

    The agency is thankful for the other participants who competed for the title. Two of the judges were past winners of the Bee. BBBS of Danville Area thanks the host, pronouncer, and other judge who were from the Averett University family. For more information about the Bee and BBBS of Danville Area, call 434-773-8394.

  • Averett University Athletics Kids Day

    Saturday, April 1, Averett University Athletics will host Kids Day. Registration is free. Check out the flyer for more details.

  • BBBS Attends One Team One Dream

    On Saturday, February 18, BBBS of Danville Area CEO Pat Daniel, Board Member and Sheriff Mondul, and Littles Davian and Caliyah attended the One Team One Dream gala. The black tie affair highlighted the lives of the Edmund brothers and the charities they support. Keynote speaker was Bud Foster, former Defensive Coach for VT. For more information, contact Pat Daniel at 434-773-8394.

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