Articles from Boys & Girls Clubs of America

The Two Sports and Business Leaders and Former Club Kids Elevate Youth Achievement at Legacy Nonprofit Celebration

$11 Million raised over the last five years for the youth organization

Three teens were selected to experience an all-expense-paid trip to attend Super Bowl LIX New Orleans this February after showing leadership in advocacy around key issues in their communities.

Legacy youth organization teams up with NFL, Dove, Fox Corporation, FOX Sports, Caesars and more to empower young people during Super Bowl week and beyond.

Since 2020, Panda Cares Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Panda Express, has committed more than $51 million to Boys & Girls Clubs of America to support academic success for young people in Clubs nationwide. Now, the partnership has reached a new milestone with the opening of its 100th Panda Cares Center of Hope at Boys & Girls Clubs of West San Gabriel Valley & Eastside’s historic Estrada Courts Club and public housing project. The newly renovated Center will serve some 150 local youth of all ages, providing them with academic support and programming that sparks joy and fun in a safe and supportive environment.

Last night, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the nation’s leading youth non-profit organization, recognized Nico F. as its 2024-2025 National Youth of the Year in a star-studded evening, sponsored by Toyota North America* and Kohl’s.

Today, RTX and Boys & Girls Clubs of America are introducing a first-of-its-kind STEM curriculum rolling out to Clubs nationwide. Developed in collaboration with Northwestern University, this approach breaks down barriers to STEM learning by using everyday items that can be found in nearly every home and grocery store.

With the back-to-school season in full swing, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the nation’s leading youth development organization, with more than 5,400 Clubs across the country, is proud to serve its 3.3 million youth with the continuous support of partners nationwide. As part of the ongoing "Raise Your Hand" campaign, running through September, these meaningful partnerships help provide crucial programming for youth during critical after-school hours, a time when students need support the most.

Selected from five exceptional global finalists from Boys & Girls Clubs of America Military-affiliated Youth Centers across the nation and around the world, Taylor R. from Naval Support Activity Bahrain achieves the 2024 National Military Youth of the Year title from Boys & Girls Clubs of America receiving an additional $20,000 scholarship to support his future endeavors.

As conversations around student achievement and chronic absenteeism continue across the country, Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the Panda Cares Foundation are expanding efforts to bring safe and inspiring learning spaces to kids and teens across California. By the end of the year, 13 Boys & Girls Clubs across the state will be granted a Center of Hope, one of which will be the 100th Center nationwide – located at Boys & Girls Club of Estrada Courts – marking a major milestone for the partnership. These 13 will add to the 19 spaces that have already opened for California youth.

As students prepare to return to school, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the nation’s leading youth development organization, proudly announces steadfast commitments from nearly 20 partners as part of the organization’s annual back-to-school campaign, “Raise Your Hand”, which runs now through September. Boys & Girls Clubs of America and each dedicated supporter are ensuring students have the resources they need to excel both in and out of the classroom as the 2024-2025 school year rapidly approaches.

Following a celebration to honor AT&T’s 50th Connected Learning Center (CLC) opening last week in Austin, Boys & Girls Clubs of America announces the opening of 40 technology spaces in Boys & Girls Clubs by 2027.

As conversations around student achievement and chronic absenteeism continue across the country, Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the Panda Cares Foundation are expanding efforts to bring safe and inspiring learning spaces to kids and teens across Texas. In partnership since 2020, six Boys & Girls Clubs across the state will be granted a Center of Hope this year, adding to the nine spaces that have already opened for Texas youth.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America, in collaboration with Kohl’s, hosted a mental health panel and discussion about challenges young people face, featuring actor, musician and dancer Jacob Latimore and youth from Atlanta-area Boys & Girls Clubs. The event on June 29 culminated National Boys & Girls Club Week celebrations and provided a platform for young people to engage in open, authentic conversations about mental health challenges and successes experienced within different communities.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America and its esteemed Board of Governors recently recognized several of its outstanding partners for their commitment to helping kids and teens build essential skills to reach their full potential. Because of these steadfast supporters, both financially and relationally, Boys & Girls Clubs deliver life-enhancing and unparalleled programs and outcomes for our nation’s youth.

Last night, during Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s 118th annual National Conference, the leading youth-development organization welcomed seven new leaders to its 2024 Alumni Hall of Fame class.

As one of the nation’s largest youth development organizations, Boys & Girls Clubs of America is committed to equipping young people with skills and experiences that lead to positive outcomes. Understanding the critical role mental and emotional health plays in the overall well-being of young people, this Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond, the organization is proud to collaborate with key partners to ensure more kids and teens have the support and resources they need to address life’s challenges and reach their full potential.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America is pleased to announce that its board of governors has voted to name long-time board member and supporter, William H. “Bill” Rogers Jr., as the nonprofit’s incoming board chair. Rogers, chairman and chief executive officer of Truist Financial Corporation, will take on the leadership role’s two-year term in January 2025, following the tenure of businessman and former Milwaukee County Executive, Chris Abele.

With the holiday season in full swing, brand supporters dedicated to investing in today’s youth support Boys & Girls Clubs of America as they work to provide safe spaces, caring mentors and life-enhancing experiences to over 3.3 million youth at more than 5,200 Clubs across the nation, including Native lands and U.S. military installations.

Buffalo Wild Wings® is excited to announce the launch of its annual fundraiser dedicated to strengthening local youth charities across the United States. Launching this October, this initiative aims to make a lasting difference in the lives of young individuals by supporting local organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs as part of the company's Team Up for Kids mission.

Last night at Cipriani South Street, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the nation’s leading youth non-profit organization, recognized Alejandra L. as its 2023-2024 National Youth of the Year in a star-studded evening, sponsored by Toyota, Kohl’s and Mondelēz International.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America and 15 and the Mahomies Foundation are thrilled to announce a new national partnership to further invest in the great futures of today’s youth. Led by 2x NFL and Super Bowl MVP, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany Mahomes, the Foundation is making a $1.625 million dollar contribution and a multi-year commitment to support Boys & Girls Clubs of America.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) today announced a new national partnership that promotes life and workforce readiness for kids and teenagers in the U.S.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America, one of the nation's largest youth-serving organizations, today releases Youth Right Now – a survey of more than 130,000 kids and teens, which highlights their feelings about their mental health and well-being, academics, future educational and career prospects, and the social issues impacting their generation, among other critical matters. Featuring responses from Boys & Girls Club members, ages 9 to 18, across racial and ethnic backgrounds, and located in communities throughout the country, the organization believes it is the nation’s largest data set on youth and an informative look into how America’s young people are feeling in a unique time to grow up.

Selected among five extraordinary regional finalists from Boys & Girls Clubs of America-affiliated military Youth Centers across the nation and around the world, Xavier B. of USAG Fort Campbell CYS Services took home Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s 2023 National Military Youth of the Year title, along with an additional scholarship to support his future plans.

As young people are heading back to school, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the nation’s largest youth development organization, is proud to announce support from over ten partners who are uniting to ensure kids and teens have the necessary resources to thrive both in and out of the classroom.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America, one of the nation’s largest youth-serving organizations, and Unite Us, the nation’s leading software company enabling cross-sector collaboration, are partnering to address the unmet mental health needs of young people, their families and communities across the nation.

Today, over 400 advocates from Boys & Girls Clubs across the nation, including 250 youth, are assembled in Washington, D.C. to amplify the critical needs of America’s kids and teens. As part of Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Summit for America’s Youth—an annual gathering providing Clubs teens with advocacy training and opportunities—the youth are visiting Capitol Hill to meet with their members of Congress and amplify the issues that matter to them most.

Murphy USA Inc. (NYSE: MUSA) is excited to announce that its ‘Great Futures Fueled Here’ campaign for Boys & Girls Clubs of America has raised $6 million since its launch in 2020. The customer round-up campaign, which takes place at all Murphy USA, Murphy Express, and QuickChek sites across 27 states, supports Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s mission of enabling all young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

Last night, during Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s 117th annual national conference, the legacy youth-development organization welcomed nine new faces to its 2023 Alumni Hall of Fame class.

Boys & Girls Clubs of America, a leading youth-development organization with more than 5,000 Club locations nationwide, has announced a three-year partnership with the Panda Cares Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Panda Express, who has committed $10.6 million in support for 2023 focused on supporting academic success and positive outcomes for young people. Since 2020, the Foundation has provided more than $20 million in support to enhance academic programming for Boys & Girls Club youth across the country. By the end of 2023 the partners will have opened 70 Panda Cares Centers of Hope nationwide providing positive spaces for youth to learn and grow.

Yesterday, Boys & Girls Clubs of America celebrated the opening of its 5,000th Club location across the nation. Located in Elgin, Illinois, the new youth-serving Club, boasting 20,000 sq. ft., sets a record for the legacy youth-development organization, marking the largest scope and scale the nonprofit has ever reached in its 163-year history.

As part of Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Ross Stores, Inc.’s continued partnership, the leading youth development organization and national retailer will host their 9th annual in-store fundraiser from February 11th to March 5th at all Ross Dress for Less (“Ross”) stores nationwide. All funds raised will go directly to Boys & Girls Clubs of America to supports its Power Hour program, which provides after-school homework help and ensures greater academic success for youth across the country.

Congresswoman Nikema Williams (D-GA) successfully secured $2 million in Congressionally Directed Spending to support a community project led by Boys & Girls Clubs of America. The project will focus on further enhancing safety for kids, families and communities through trauma-informed abuse prevention resources for local Boys & Girls Clubs, community organizations, parents, and caregivers.

This holiday season, dedicated supporters continue to join forces to support Boys & Girls Clubs of America as they work together to provide safe spaces, caring mentors and life-enhancing experiences to over 3.6 million youth at nearly 5,000 Clubs across the nation, on Native lands and U.S military installations worldwide.

Today, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, together with Parichute, The Coca-Cola Company and players of many Major League Soccer (MLS), National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) and United Soccer League (USL) teams, launched the first-ever Help Kick Hunger Challenge to fight youth food insecurity in communities across the nation.

This holiday season, dedicated brand supporters are joining forces to support Boys & Girls Clubs of America as they work together to provide safe spaces, caring mentors and life-enhancing experiences to over 3.6 million youth at nearly 5,000 Clubs across the nation, on Native lands and U.S military installations worldwide.