Big News
Exploring Bright Futures: A Little Sister’s Journey to Virginia Tech and Beyond
For Little Sister Alaja, the future's looking bright! A high school junior with a passion for architecture, Alaja has spent the past year diving deep into her dream of becoming an architect. With her Big Sister Erin by her side, Alaja has been exploring college campuses to find the perfect fit for her goals. Together, they recently visited Virginia Tech to tour the campus and its renowned architecture school.
Serving Up Success: Meet the BBBS Matches Who Competed in The Big Serve
On October 19, 2024 at Darden Towe Park, we held our inaugural pickleball tournament, The Big Serve. Several of our matches came together for a day of fun and friendly competition.
Aaron Hark on the Power of One-to-One Relationships with BBBS
I’m a big believer in the power of one-to-one relationships. Thinking briefly about my own life, so much of my personal and professional growth has derived directly from those who were kind enough to give me the gift of their time. They taught me life skills that don’t come from a classroom. They offered business or professional guidance from their own experience. They helped me process challenging moments, and were by my side at times of celebration. Simply writing this reminds me how different my life would be today without each of them.
Playing Ball and Changing Lives - Match Spotlight: Big Brother Andrew and Little Brother Egypt
Egypt and Andrew’s story began one year ago, August 2023. Since then, they have formed a remarkable bond. Egypt's mother has noticed significant positive changes.
BBBS Match Spotlight: Big Sister Linda and Little Sister Saliha
Big Sister Linda and Little Sister Saliha have been matched in our BBBS program for seven months, creating a strong bond through shared adventures in the Charlottesville area. Their weekly meetups often include hiking, attending local events, and participating in a variety of activities that the community offers. They especially enjoy the events sponsored by our program, often feeling like winners at these activities!
New Match Highlight: Welcoming Heather and Suzanna
We're thrilled to share exciting news from the Blue Ridge Bigs community! Yesterday, we welcomed a fantastic new match to our family, Big Sister Heather and Little Sister Suzanna. The introduction meeting, filled with smiles and laughter, took place at our local BBBS office, signifying the beginning of what promises to be a rewarding journey for both mentor and mentee.
National Volunteer Week Spotlight: Celebrating Big Sister Theresa and Little Sister Liz
In celebration of National Volunteer Week, we're shining a spotlight on one of our most heartwarming matches at Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Central Blue Ridge: Big Sister Theresa and her Little Sister Liz. Since 2017, Theresa and Liz have shared countless memorable experiences, from leisurely outings to bookstores like Barnes & Noble to enjoyable dinners together. This week, we honor Theresa's dedication as a Big Sister and the significant impact she has made on Liz’s life.
A Heartwarming Journey: Big Brother Sam and Little Logan's Eight-Year Adventure
Building lasting relationships is at the core of BBBS volunteer initiatives, and the story of Big Brother Sam and Little Logan is a shining example of the positive impact such connections can have on individuals. This is a chronicle their incredible journey over eight years, showcasing the power of mentorship and the enduring bond between a mentor and mentee.
Beattie and Ely
What it was like meeting each other for the first time?
E: I felt shy at first, but then we went bowling and asked questions about each other. After that I felt better.
B: Ely was very shy, but quickly warmed up! I had big plans for everything we were going to do together and all we were going to talk about, but learned that it was best to be patient, listen, and let Ely open up when he was ready.