Texas Bar Foundation Awards $10,000 Grant to Big Brothers Big Sisters West Central Texas
Big Brothers Big Sisters West Central Texas in Abilene has received a $10,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation. The funding will expand support for children with incarcerated parents by providing specialized training for staff and volunteers, and resource kits…
Abilene Sweetwater, TX, November 9, 2026 —
Big Brothers Big Sisters West Central Texas, located in Abilene, has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Texas Bar Foundation. This funding is designated to enhance support services for children who have incarcerated parents.
The grant will enable the organization to expand its Amachi program, which focuses on providing mentorship and resources to this specific population of children. Key initiatives funded by the grant include specialized training for both staff members and volunteers who work directly with the children and their families. Additionally, the funds will be used to create and distribute resource kits for families participating in the Amachi program.
The Amachi program aims to offer stability and positive role models for children facing the challenges associated with parental incarceration. The specialized training is intended to equip the mentors and program staff with the necessary skills and understanding to address the unique needs and potential difficulties these children may encounter.
The Texas Bar Foundation is the largest statewide funder of legal aid in Texas. Its mission includes the promotion of the rule of law and the improvement of the administration of justice throughout the state. Awards are typically made to non-profit organizations that provide legal aid, improve the justice system, or conduct legal research and education.
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