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.
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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.
Big and Little Attend the Storytelling Festival
On Saturday, February 11, Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History hosted the Storytelling Festival, an annual Black History event. Pictured in the first photo is Fred Motley, a presenter and sponsor. Pictured in the second photo are Big Sheila Williamson-Branch and her Little Caliyah.
Little Visits Orlando for Marching Band
One of our Littles, Marquarius Ferrell, is on a Marching Band Trip for GWHS to Orlando, Florida. He left Wednesday and will be returning Sunday. So far, he's visited Universal Theme Park and Disney World.
BBBS Hall of Fame 2022
BBBS of Danville Area held its inaugural BBBS Hall of Fame 2022 Luncheon on Tues, Dec 13 at Southside Community Learning Center, DRHA. The luncheon included the keynote speaker, Mayor Alonzo Jones. 10 people who made significant contributions to BBBS of Danville Area were recognized. Dr. Edward White, Arlene Creasy, Sheriff Michael Mondul, Sander Wingate, Curtis Carrington, Tanya Hilliard, Dr. Angela Hairston, John Gilstrap, John Moody, and Founder Judge Spiros Skendaris. Next year, our organization will celebrate 50 years of service in the city of Danville and Pittsylvania County. For more info, contact Pat Daniel at 434-773-8394.
BBBS CEO Pat Daniel is pictured with Doctor Edward White. Doctor Edward White is holding his award for 30 years of service as a Board Member, Chairperson, and Treasurer.
BBBS CEO Pat Daniel is pictured with John Moody. John Moody is holding his award for 7 years of service as a Board Member and Consistent Donor.
BBBS CEO Pat Daniel is pictured with Sander Wingate. Sander Wingate is holding her award for 15 years of service as a Board Secretary and Big Sister.
BBBS CEO Pat Daniel is pictured with Tanya Hilliard. Tanya Hilliard is holding her award for 5 years of service and 2022's "Secret Santa."
2022 Annual Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, Dec 3, BBBS and SOVAH Health held the Annual Pancake Breakfast. Attendees were Bigs, Littles, family members, parents, and volunteers. Special guest Janeen Edmunds provided music. Special thanks to SOVAH hospital executives and staff for their assistance. We look forward to next year's event.
Signing Day for Gary and Hamir
It was Signing Day on Friday, Nov 11 for our new Big Gary Terry, CEO of Boys and Girls Club of the Danville Area, and Little Hamir. This is the beginning of a collaborative effort, UW Operation Graduation, with Boys and Girls Club, Community, and Church Based Tutorial.
Bigs and Littles Attend the Motown Forever Concert 2022
Monday, Nov 7, 11 Littles and 4 Bigs had dinner at iHop and attended the Motown Forever Concert. Tickets were donated by the Danville Concert Association. Pictured are Larissa, Little Makyla, Vera, Little Diahmyn, Sheriff Mondul, Ferrell twins, Ann Lovelace, and Ingram Littles.
First Annual Walk or Run for Fun
Saturday Sept 24, BBBS of Danville Area held the first annual Walk or Run for Fun event. The event began at the Drop Box Parking Lot (formerly Blackwell Motor Company) and continued on Union Street Bridge.
Thanks to our board members and 3 Greek letter organizations for supporting the event!
For more information, contact Pat Daniel at 434-773-8394.
Walk or Run for Fun
Join us Sat, Sept 24 at 7:30am for our Walk or Run for Fun! Check out the flyer or call 434-773-8394 for more info.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area provides one-to-one mentoring for children in Danville and Pittsylvania County, serving over 300 children annually.
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2025 Scripps Regional Spelling Bee Winner
The 2025 Scripps Regional Spelling Bee was held Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 3:00pm at Averett University's Blount Chapel. Dr. Marc Muneal acted as a pronouncer. The three judges were Dr. Jennifer Hughes, Eben Leigh and Tia Yancey.
Twelve students competed in the Bee from the city of Danville and Pittsylvania County Public Schools. There was one student from Sacred Heart School. The Bee went on for seven rounds with Layla Barrett from Chatham Middle School, emerging as the winner. The winning word was "stupa."
For more information about the 2025 Scripps Regional Spelling Bee, please call the sponsor, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area at 434-773-8394.
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Board Meeting at Caesar’s Virginia
J. Hoffman, J. Word, M. Beasley (Board Chair), S Wingate, E. A. Woody, E. White, J. Menefee, and M. Mondul attended a Board of Directors meeting for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area. The meeting was held at Caesar's Virginia on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.
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BBBS Capitol Hill Day 2025
BBBS Capitol Hill Day took place in Washington DC on Feb 26. The training sessions focused on Senate and Congressional Presentations. The trip ended with visits to Senators Kaine and Warner's offices and Congresspersons John McGuire, Jennifer McClellan, and Ben Cline.
Pictured: Ellie Martinez, Sandra Erickson, Pat Daniel, Melvena Beasley, and Gary Terry
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