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Tijuana Harris is a wonderful woman who allows her intelligence to be useful. She works as an Information Technology Specialist at the Danville Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. She assists youth with school performances. She focuses on assisting youth in areas she struggles in by going to the library for tutoring. Tijuana is very active in activities with the youth. The youth, Quinasia Hairston, has improved in school performance as well as self-confidence….

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Cheryl Warren is a volunteer who assists youth in school performance with tutoring. She also visits school with parent; establishing key needed assistance for the youth. The mentor and youth enjoy activities together. The youth’s self-esteem has increased and she is making healthier food choices. Cheryl states that the youth has become very mannerable. O’Niya Miller always says “Thank you”. She enjoys the relationship with her Big sister. She has improved in her school…

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Charles “Sandy” Clarke is an outstanding individual. From the first day of volunteering, he took this match seriously. He consistently meets with his “little” on a regular basis. The volunteer plans the most exciting activities-Tank Museum, Lynchburg Ball Games, fishing trips, hiking, and race car trips to Charlotte. Charles has been matched with his “little”, Aveary Brumfield, for over three years. The child is an avid outdoorsman and sportsman. He enjoys every outing and…

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Jacqueline Adams has been dedicated to her “little”, A’nya Jennings, since 2011. This Big Sister of the month for April is always prompt and prepared for outings with her little. She tries her best to provide what is best for the child. Whenever the two go out they always have a great time. During her time of being a “Big”, the little has learned the responsibility of checking out books from library and returning…

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville now has a new executive director. Patricia Daniel served as the agency’s program director for five years. Daniel’s goal is to increase the number of at-risk kids matched with adult mentors. This year the chapter had 169 matches. Daniel replaces John Gilstrap, who is retiring after five years.

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October 5, 2-4pm The Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Danville Area’s 40th Anniversary Celebration is only a few days away! You should be in attendance! Go ahead … spread the word! The reunion will be on October 5th at the Plaza of the Courthouse located on 401 Patton St. in Danville, VA from 2-4p.m.

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Saturday, September 21, 7:00am-Noon Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area is having a Fundraiser Yard Sale on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 7am-noon! The yard sale will take place at Ascension Lutheran Church at 314 W. Main Street in Danville. All proceeds will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area.

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October 5, 2-4pm The Big Brothers Big Sisters of The Danville Area is celebrating its 40th Anniversary. We are trying to reach out to bigs and littles that have been enrolled in our program in the past. If you have been, or know of someone please contact us at 434-792-3700 ext. 234, 237, or 235. The reunion will be on October 5th at the Plaza of the Courthouse located on 401 Patton St. in…

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School is now back in session. Why not become a Big Sister or Big Brother that is school based? Being a school based volunteer can be more convenient for people who may have a busier schedule. The match does not meet outside of school. The mentor only visits the child during their lunch period once a week. Be the person that brightens a child’s day today! *Contact us at (434)792-3700 ext. 234

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THANK YOU! Thanks to Everyone Who Came Out To The Annual Back To School Program and Helped Out. We of The Big Brothers Big Sisters of The Danville Area Appreciate You!

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