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
On Friday, July 3, Chatham Star Tribune sponsored a Drive-Through Picnic at their office location and at the office of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area. We fed 75 Bigs, Littles, and family members that brought the children. The Regional Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention provided bags of information about preventing drug and alcohol abuse in elementary, middle, and high school age youth. Social distancing bags were distributed by Community Development of the…
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area and the Danville Host Lions Club in partnership with Averett University is the proud sponsor of the Regional Scripps Spelling Bee. The event was scheduled for March 21, 2020 at Blount Chapel on the university’s campus. Due to the pandemic and the closure of schools in Danville/Pittsylvania County for the rest of the year, and Governor Northam’s order not to have more than 10 people in one…
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area enjoyed Bowling for Fun with Bloom Ministries at Riverside Lanes. The girls practiced their bowling skills and learned new techniques from the women in the ministry. The evening ended with a hot dog supper. For more information, contact Pat Daniel at 434-791-3700 ext 234.
Littles of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area visited Ascension Lutheran Church for their annual Pancake Supper and Mardi Gras celebration. They feasted on blueberry pancakes, sausage, bacon, and eggs. The evening ended with a Mardi Gras parade and the youth singing “Oh When the Saints Go Marching In.” For more information, contact Pat Daniel at 434-791-3700 ext 234.
Saturday, February 22, six Littles from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area attended the 1 Dream One Team Gala at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. Youth were able to mingle with the Edmunds brothers and other sports personalities. The youth tickets were provided by Delegate Danny Marshall and Jeffrey Haley, AMNB. For more information, call Pat Daniel at 434-792-3700.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Danville Area provides one-to-one mentoring for children in Danville and Pittsylvania County, serving over 300 children annually.
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.
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
Selfies at Sundae Selfie Studio
On Tuesday, Feb 18, 12 participants visited Sundae Selfie Studio on Mt. Cross Rd in Danville.
Photo 1: BBBS CEO Pat Daniel, BBBS Board Chair Melvena Beasley, 3 Bigs, and 8 Little in Candy Lane.
Photo 2: 3 Littles at the Hip Hop playground.
Photo 3: Group portrays an old school singing group along with Boys and Girls Club Director and Big Gary Terry.
