This fund continues to assist families with children twelve (12) or under, disabled individuals aged sixty (60) or older. This fund can only assist one (1) time. Please direct them to Shannett Lipscomb @ ext. 2522, Imani Reeves @ ext. 3665 or Evalyn Faulkner @ ext. 3670.
This fund is used to assist individuals/families that are homeless or in imminent danger of becoming homeless. Funds are used to assist with delinquent rent, delinquent utility deposits, rent deposits and occasional motel stays. Please direct them to Katina @ 3656, Imani @ ext. 3665, or Evalyn @ ext. 3670. Tess Moss is managing this program with Deborah Fitzgerald as the back-up.
Danville has four facilities with FREE PUBLIC WIFI with no password and no time or usage limits. Bigs and Littles can utilize the facilities to connect virtually. For more info, visit https://www.danvilleva.gov/669/nDanville-Hot-Parks
The best defense against thunderstorms is to stay inside a sturdy building or shelter that can protect you from deadly lightning, large hail, damaging winds, flooding rain, and tornadoes Once in a shelter, stay away from windows and avoid electrical equipment and plumbing Remember to bring pets inside Postpone outdoor activities until the storms have passed If caught outside, take shelter in a sturdy enclosed building or hard top automobile immediately. Avoid open spaces,…
Do you need Internet access for the upcoming school year? Comcast is offering an affordable Internet Essentials plan for eligible households. Visit https://internetessentials.com/apply to apply.
This fund will assist with delinquent mortgage and/or rent for individuals affected by COVID-19. The mortgage/rent must be delinquent from March 25 to current day. Affected by COVID-19 includes: loss of job work hours decreased had to stay home to take care of child due to daycare or schools being closed unable to work or apply for work due to positive COVID-19 test For more info, contact Chasta White and Community Development at 799-5260,…
Water One gallon per person per day for at least three days (for drinking and sanitation) Food At least a three-day supply of non-perishable food Health First aid kit (bandages, antibiotic ointment, antiseptic towelettes, gauze, scissors, etc.) Moist towelettes, garbage bags, and plastic ties Prescription and non-prescription medication Shelter Plastic sheeting and duct tape (to shelter in place) Tools and Supplies Whistle (to signal for help) Flashlight Extra batteries Dust mask (to help filter…
Start a movie or TV club – chat online while watching the movie or TV show Watch Netflix together via Netflix Party Chrome extension for your computer Create art together with FlockDraw for your computer or iPhone Watch YouTube videos together with Watch2Gether on your computer or mobile device Call, FaceTime, or Skype each other to stay in touch Send letters to each other to stay in touch Start a Book Club Skribbl.io Facebook…
Congratulations to Big Brother Matt and Little Brother Jaylin from Big Brothers Big Sisters Central Ohio and Big Sister Ashley and Little Sister Brianna from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas! Thank you to the agency staff who recruited and supported these matches. Big Brother Matt and Little Brother Jaylin Big Sister Ashley and Little Sister Brianna
Stay in an air-conditioned indoor location Drink plenty of fluids even if you don’t feel thirsty Schedule outdoor activities carefully Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing and sunscreen Take cool showers or baths Never leave children or pets in cars Read More:https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/features/extremeheat/index.html
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area provides one-to-one mentoring for children in Danville and Pittsylvania County, serving over 300 children annually.
A Visit from a Little
We love it when our Littles come to visit us! Meco Wiggins stopped by and shared that he graduated from Radford University and is working at Shining Diamonds. Soon, he'll be moving to work for Teach for America in Atlanta, Georgia! #BiggerTogether
2024 Regional Scripps Spelling Bee
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area held the Regional Spelling Bee at Averett University, Blount Chapel, on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Dante Pauley from Tunstall Middle School emerged as the winner. The winning word was toploftical, which means very superior in air or attitude. The winner is able to compete in the National Spelling Bee in National Harbor, Maryland May 26-31.
The agency is thankful for the other participants who competed for the title. BBBS of Danville Area thanks the host, pronouncer, and judges who assisted in making this Regional Bee possible. For more information about the Bee and BBBS of Danville Area, call 434-773-8394.
Big Brothers Big Sisters at Capitol Hill
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area CEO Pat Daniel attended BBBS at Capitol Hill Day in Washington DC on February 28, 2024. 115 BBBS agency leaders from 91 agencies from 31 states were in attendance as well as local BBBS affiliate CEO's, National Staff, and BBBS Board of Directors members. Attendees visited 165 congressional and/or senate offices. Pictured with our CEO in the first photo are Sandra Erickson of BBBS Fredericksburg and Ellie Martinez of Richmon, VA to Hampton Roads, VA.
