To all our Mentors, Readers and Supporters:
To all our Mentors, Readers and Supporters: As many of you may have heard, the federal government is extending the voluntary national shutdown to April 30th, as the COVID-19 pandemic increases throughout the U.S. This shutdown effects so many people but it doesn’t mean that we have to stop working and not keep our “business as usual.” During this unprecedented time, we have all been encouraged to adapt to a ‘new normal’ in many [...]
GREAT NEWS! READ ALL ABOUT IT! HOT OFF THE PRESS!
GREAT NEWS! READ ALL ABOUT IT! HOT OFF THE PRESS! Moe’s Southwest Grill of Nanuet supports Big Brother Big Sister to help Rockland’s youth and their community. Moe’s Southwest Grill is a locally owned business, lending a hand to provide fresh and nutritional entrees directly to your door. Free delivery on orders of $10+ and for families of 4-6, Moe's has introduced a Build Your Own Taco Kit for just $34.99.
New City Florist deliver birthday gift to Big Sister Marlene
New City Florist deliver birthday gift to Big Sister Marlene!
Kudos to the BBBS office
We are extremely grateful and sharing more “Kudos to the BBBS office:” “Dear Saira, I wanted to mention what a credit the Visitation Program is to your organization. I’m sure reports will spell out what a joyful and loving time, me and my son had after so long apart. It was a pleasure to meet you and that your sensitive, no nonsense, yet gracious, handling of my situation, together with the deeply meaningful feedback and [...]
Testimonial 2020 Legislative Liaison
Announcing BBBS 2020 Legislative Liaison, The Hon. Harriet Cornell, Rockland County Legislator who has graciously accepted the role to serve as Liaison and coordinate the Annual Mentee Graduation and arrange for Legislative Distinguished Service Awards or Proclamations for events.
Gillian Ballard was invited by the Athelstane Masonic Lodge
On an icy winter evening, Tuesday, December 17th, our CEO, Gillian Ballard was invited by the Athelstane Masonic Lodge, 839 to receive a donation to assist with the operational services of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County. BBBS is so grateful to the Athelstane 839 Lodge for its continuous and generous support and a wonderful time was had by all at The Terrace on the Hudson , Haverstraw. Gillian see here third [...]
Honored by the Rockland County Salvation Army
After a few weeks to breathe, our executive director was also honored on November 14 by the Rockland County Salvation Army at their 13th Annual Awards Breakfast & Red Kettle Kick-Off! At this event, Gillian received The Salvation Army’s 2019 “Doing The Most Good” Award. From left to right: Ed Brignoni, incoming BBBS Vice Chair, 2020; Jennifer Sislin, incoming BBBS Chair, 2020; Gillian E. Ballard, BBBS CEO and BBBS Board Member, Scott Milich. [...]
Receiving a proclamation honoring the mission of BBBS
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County closed out the month of November with its CEO, Gillian Ballard, receiving a proclamation honoring the mission of BBBS, from Clarkstown Supervisor, The Hon. George Hoehmann. Taking place in Mr. Hoehmann’s office in attendance for the presentation, are L – R: Long-term Board Member, Scott Milich; BBBS of Rockland County’s Chairman of the Board, Keith Brown; Gillian Ballard, BBBS CEO; Clarkstown Supervisor George Hoehmann; John Vitro, Lia [...]
Rockland community helping to support and nurture our youth
At the beginning of this month, Saturday, November 2, because of her service to the Rockland community helping to support and nurture our youth, Gillian Ballard, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County, was honored by the Rockland County Police Hispanic Society at their 24th Annual Dinner/Dance Fundraiser. Seen here celebrating with Gillian, is incoming Vice Chair of the BBBS Board, Ed Brignoni.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County has been selected as the beneficiary of the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program!
Have you heard the news? Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County has been selected as the beneficiary of the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program! Each time you purchase a $2.50 reusable Community Bag at any Stop & Shop location, during the month of December, we will receive a $1 donation! It's as easy as 1, 2, 3! Step 1.Purchase the $2.50 reusable Community Bag at any Stop & Shop location. Step [...]
Presentation on our Rockland Alive Mentoring Program (RAMP)
This fall has been a busy and productive time for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rockland County! On October 21, Gillian, BBBS CEO gave a well-received presentation on our Rockland Alive Mentoring Program (RAMP) during Camp Venture’s Substance Abuse initiative. Pictured here along with Gillian, are Dr. Christine Davies, Instructor in Nursing at Dominican College and BBBS board member Scott Milich.
