Listen: Big Brothers Big Sisters Northern Sierra’s Executive Director Brenda Frachiseur
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northern Sierra (BBBSNS) was recognized by Big Brothers Big Sisters of America as one of six exceptional local agencies on June 26 during its Annual National Conference, which was held virtually June 15-26. BBBSNS received the distinction for demonstrating outstanding leadership and increasing the number of children served in surrounding communities. BBBSNS has also made key strategic decisions that have resulted in innovation and growth during the past year.
BBBSNS was selected as 2019 Agency of the Year for increasing the number of children served, the quality and length of each mentoring relationship and increased revenue, all key components needed to ensure agencies can continue to help more youth who want—and need—a mentor in their lives.
Both Northern Sierra and Greater Sac affiliates are also working on their 1st annual Over the Edge event - rappelling down the Marriott Residence Inn in Downtown Sac to raise money for mentorship programs, the event is in October and will follow all CDC and local Covid guidelines
Also, try for the chance to win big with the Helicopter Ball Drop.