5/15/2020 Update on BBBSCI’s COVID-19 Response

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana is committed to keeping our Bigs, Littles, families, employees, and supporters healthy and safe. We continue to take steps to prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). See below for an update from BBBSCI as of May 15, 2020.

We are taking measures to stay busy, safe, and healthy:

  • BBBSCI staff will work remotely until May 29 (at minimum).
  • Program functions, including Volunteer Interviews, Youth/Parent Interviews, New Match Introductions, and Mentor Trainings, will take place via video, web conference, or phone through May 29 (at minimum).
  • All Match Activities will be canceled through May 29 (at minimum).
  • Click here for the recent update regarding Match Meeting Guidelines.
  • Please contact your Mentoring Relationship Specialist, refer to The Big App, or email activities@bbbsci.org for ideas on how to stay connected.
  • We will continue thoroughly cleaning the BBBSCI facility according to CDC recommendations.

We are staying inspired by stories of Bigs and Littles safely connecting and supporting each other.

We are staying informed to support our community:

Our community is working to support people during this time. Please click here for a list of resources and programs. Additionally, our team put together a newsletter with information and resources for families; click here to read it.

As always, stay informed and continue to follow the Center for Disease Control’s recommendations for preventing the spread of illness.

If you have any general questions or need additional information, you may reach us at bigs@bbbsci.org.

Thank you for your continued support of the BBBSCI mission and for all you do to defend potential in our community.

Darcey Palmer-Shultz
CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana

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