Big Sisters Launches the Pen Pal Program to Keep Matches Connected!
We believe every connection counts, and this is true now more than ever. Social Distancing further isolates the at-risk Littles who already face social and economic problems at home. Many of them are especially vulnerable in these times and handling mental health challenges as they navigate the anxiety and stresses present around them. So many are facing barriers that make them feel alone and are keeping them from learning in their new at-home settings. To help our youth stay connected, we have decided to revisit a way of communicating that often gets overlooked and launched the Pen Pal Project! Our initial reach into the community will send more than 120 packages to Bigs and Littles and we continue to see […]