Due to the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Tampa Bay has had to cancel all in-person community orientations and trainings for adult mentors and role models, or “Bigs.” Virtual orientations now are offered, instead.
Throughout the coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, it is crucial for the organization to maintain its mentoring of relationships.
Many of the BBBS children in the program, called “Littles,” would welcome hearing from a friend who can help ease their fears and provide a distraction.
Depending on the program, all it takes is four hours to eight hours a month, with a focus on being consistent and spending “virtual” quality time with a Little.
The first step is to attend a Big Orientation & Training session to learn about the BBBS programs, commitments, expectations, and its kids.
Virtual orientations are offered twice a week. No preregistration or RSVP is required.
Upcoming meetings are:
- June 2 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., and June 6 from 10:30 a.m. to noon
- June 9 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., and June 11 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- June 17 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., and June 18 from noon to 1:30 p.m.
- June 23 and June 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
To find out more on how to make a difference, visit BBBSTampaBay.org/virtual-big-orientation-trainings/.
Published May 27, 2020
