33RD ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC
On Friday, March 29th, over 40 foursomes gathered at Jacaranda Golf Club, for the 33rd Annual Golf Classic, founded by the late Gary Rotella and his brother Bill. One of the longest standing events for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, this year’s event was chaired by Michael Hotte, Chris Rotella, Joe LaRocca, Jr. and a fantastic committee who planned a fun and successful event. Golfers enjoyed a cart-side BBQ before heading out on the course. This year, golfers were able to purchase a package that included three games that would offer an advantage towards the foursome’s final score. Participating golfers could wear a colorful tutu to shoot from the ladies tee, the bazooka cannon tee shot and the 150 marker for your first shot. These games definitely provided some comedy on the course and raised additional funds for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. Immediately after the round, golfers enjoyed a delicious buffet and bid on some incredible silent and live auction items including Boca Raton Resort & Club stay, Fisher Island excursion, Park City vacation and much more! First place on the west course went to: Leland Hicks, Jeff Benef, Jason Schmdit and Blair Adams. First place on the east course went to: AJ Meyer, Joe Kovac and two other guests of the ANF Foursome. Congratulations to our winners! A special thank you to sponsors Nat A Tat2, Deborah and Gary Wendt, Deerpath Capital Management, Leo Goodwin Foundation, Michele Cousin and Tommy Hartmann, Yellow Cab, Archon Commercial Advisors, Bettoli Vending, Ed Morse Automotive Group, Hotte Family, Lincoln Financial Group, Am Wins, Guardian Life Insurance Company, Joseph & Marlene Diachiacchio, LaRocca & Assoc., Eastern Waste Systems, Blue Team Restoration, BC Surf, Fisher Auctions and The Stretch Zone.
23RD ANNUAL RANCH ROAM
The 23rd Annual DEX Imaging Ranch Roam, hosted by “Alligator” Ron Bergeron & “ Alligator” Ali Waldman and Chaired by Kristene Tokesky, was a unique wild western experience held at “Alligator” Ron Bergeron’s Green Glades West Ranch and featured a night of Old Wild West excitement. On Saturday, March 16, over 700 guests dressed up in their best cowboy and cowgirl duds to enjoy the “Gator Boys”, an Old West Casino Sponsored by Tripp Scott Attorneys at Law, line dancing, bull riding and a live and silent auction. Country sounds of the Shadow Creek Band filled the arena. To culminate the evening, Nashville’s newest and brightest rising star, Diamond Rose, delighted the crowd with over an hour of songs that had the audience in awe!!! Guests supported The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County as the donations directly assist in the development of over 2,000 children that are enrolled at one of our Davie Boys & Girls Clubs: The Rick & Rita Case Club and The Florence A. DeGeorge Boys & Girls Club.
2019 YOUTH OF THE YEAR
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County and Dale Carnegie of South Florida hosted two High Impact Presentation workshops for 22 Club members, who were Youth of the Year and Alternate Youth of the Year candidates on Saturday, January 12 and Saturday, January 19, 2019. The presenter, Lloyd Braithwaite, Director of Leadership and Organizational Development at Jackson Health and a seasoned Dale Carnegie facilitator, helped Club members work on their public speaking and interpersonal communications skills by showing them how to plant their feet, use strong posture and share their Boys & Girls Clubs story with power and conviction. The Youth of the Year competition took place on Monday, February 18 at our Administrative Office. Each youth gave a 2 – 3 minute speech about their Boys & Girls Clubs experience in front of a panel of five esteemed judges. Alexus M. from the Lester H. White Club was crowned winner and will be the youth voice for all of Broward County and represent our organization at the State competition in April. The second place winner is Taquajah P. from the Dr. Harold Reitman Club and third place winner is Adriana R. from the Rick & Rita Case Club. Thank you to all of our youth who participated in the competition and to the five judges who gave their time to be a part of this annual event. Judges were: Ryan Seymour, Best Buy; Julie Anderson, Sun Sentinel; Brian Quail, President/CEO, BGCBC; Elisabeth DeLuca, The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation; Stephan Mehallis, The Harry T. Mangurian Jr. Foundation, Inc.
2 GEORGES AT THE COVE FISHING TOURNAMENT
The 9th Annual Two Georges at The Cove Billfish Tournament was held January 31-February 2, 2019. There was a field of 20 boats registered, making this year’s tournament a huge success! The following are the results: 1st Place: Sir Reel, 2nd Place: Gallant Legacy and 3rd Place: Chips Ahoy. 1st Place Angler: Sir Reel (Jamie Bunn), 2nd Place Angler: Chips Ahoy (Ed Skiko), and 3rd Place Angler: Gallant Legacy (Cameron Sousa). Largest Kingfish: Shaka 21 lbs. (West Clemente, Largest Dolphin: Skip Jac 19 lbs. (Jack Paul-Hus). We would like to thank The Cove for hosting this wonderful event in support of the Jim and Jan Moran Boys & Girls Club in Deerfield Beach. Steve Scaggs, along with his wife Diane, have been great supporters of the Boys & Girls Clubs and could not have pulled this off without the help of Denise Buzelli, The Cove’s Project Coordinator, who works tirelessly to plan this event with the help of the staff, their families and anyone else she can recruit, in order to make this successful. A special thank you for Gallant Legacy (Val Sousa) for donating the 2nd Place Cash Prize $3,000.00 back to the Boys & Girls Club. For the past 24 years, Two Georges at The Cove have hosted a golf tournament (15 years) and a fishing tournament (9 years) to help raise funds for the Jim & Jan Moran Boys & Girls Club in Deerfield Beach. Because of their support and generosity, thousands of youth who attend the Club have been positively impacted. We are thankful for the support of Two Georges at The Cove and everyone that has participated in these events over the years to support our members!
13TH ANNUAL BOCA RATON CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
Presented by Mercedes-Benz and AutoNation, the 13th Annual Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance was held February 22-24 in Boca Raton. The weekend of festivities kicked-off on Friday night with the DuPont Registry Live Hangar Party at Atlantic Aviation at the Boca Raton Airport. Guests perused an impressive selection of cars, motorcycles and private jets, while enjoying an open bar and food from over 20 South Florida restaurants. The highlight of the night for guests was the chance to rub elbows with celebrity guests, Jay Leno and Indy 500 Champion, Ryan Hunter-Reay. Saturday night was the Grand Gala, Live Auction and Show. Guest enjoyed a cocktail reception, followed by a sit down dinner and the presentation of the National Automotive Manufacturer Lifetime Achievement Award to Mercedes-Benz USA President & CEO, Dietmar Exler, National Automotive Dealer Lifetime Achievement Award to Rick Hendrick, Chairman and Owner of the Hendrick Automotive Group and Hendrick Motorsports and National Automotive Racing Lifetime Achievement Award to Ryan Hunter-Reay, as well as a stellar performance by one of the most respected and successful comedians in the country, Jay Leno. Sunday morning kicked-off with a private Q&A brunch hosted by Jay Leno and Wayne Carini, host of Chasing Classic Cars. Once the show field opened, guests experienced an automotive showcase like not other, featuring over 200 cars and motorcycles from an array of time periods. Auto enthusiasts also had a chance to view the Marques of the Year, Bentley Motorcars. The “Best of Show Award” was presented to a 1937 Bugatti 57S Coupe owned by Richard Workman from Windermere, FL. Additionally, the “Founder Award” was presented to a 1933 Isotta FraschIni Tipo 8A, a 2-door Sports Tourer owned by Stephen Plaster from Lebanon, Missouri. Celebrity Judge Jay Leno joined an expert panel of judges including Chief Judge Dr. Paul Sable, Steve Moskowitz, Executive Director of AACA and Jay Quail, CCCA Executive Director. Additionally, Grand Marshal Wayne Carini, host of Chasing Classic Cars joined the group for another stellar year along with Master of Ceremonies Bill Rothermel and Tom duPont, who selected the finest vintage, antique, classic and exotic vehicles based on period, presentation and style.
2019 ANNUAL FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT
This year’s 2019 Annual Flag Football Tournament was hosted by the Stephanis club, with the championship games being played out at the NFL Lester H. White Club, on its beautiful mini-astro turf field. Members from all 12 of our clubs came together for a day of competition and the chance to showcase their skills, talent and teamwork. Each year we expect nothing but greatness from all of our club members and this year did not disappoint. The talent and heart of the players and coaches was evident from the first blow of the whistle. With every first down, catch, body juke, spin, and touchdown the games intensified. Spectators were glued to their seats as they didn’t want to miss one minute of play. As each round finished, the excitement showed on the faces of each participant, parent and coach involved. Congratulation to our 2019 Flag Football Tournament Winners! Cadets: Thomas D. Stephanis ClubJuniors: Thomas D. Stephanis ClubSeniors: Thomas D. Stephanis Club A special thank you to the Stephanis and Lester H. White Clubs and their staff for hosting the events, along with Eric Louis, Christine Richardson and Marsha Williams who helped to coordinate this event. And to all our Health & PE Coordinators, who work with our Club members throughout the year to prepare them for the tournament.
ANNUAL AWARDS DINNER HONORS BOARD MEMBERS AND STAFF
With the holiday season in full effect, BGCBC has an extra special reason to celebrate being grateful this year. On Thursday, November 29, 2018 BGCBC staff and volunteers came together for the Annual Awards Dinner to recognize the combined 140 years of service among our employees and volunteers who have helped shape the organization into what it is today. Rick & Rita Case Club Director, Ruthie Brown, celebrated 15 years of service with the organization and beautifully sang her thank you speech for the whole room to hear. Reitman Club Program Manager, Rashad Troutman, also celebrated 15 years of service and thanked BGCBC for giving him a safe place to go as a child. “BGCBC helped shape me into the man and father I am today and I’m proud to be in the club giving back as the staff once did for me” Troutman stated. Volunteers and board members, Dr. Doug Laurie and James R. Dunn celebrated 15 years of service while Alan Goldberg celebrated 25 years of giving time, energy, and support to the organization and BGCBC couldn’t be more appreciative. Along with honoring our volunteers and staff, the Annual Awards Dinner is also where the traditional “passing of the gavel” occurs for the Board of Directors. Wayne Gilmore was recognized for his service as 2017-2018 Chairman of the Board and the ceremonial gavel was passed to Jim Robertson, who will be 2018-2019 Chairman of the Board. “We thank Wayne for his wonderful leadership and look forward to Jim’s progressive vision as BGCBC works together to move the mission forward” said President/CEO, Brian Quail. Staff and Volunteer Years of Service are as follows: Staff 5 Year Awards: Adrian Brown, Dr. Chris Hamilton Staff 15 Year Awards: Ruthie Brown, Rashad Troutman Staff 20 Year Award: Margot Booth Corporate Board 5 Year Awards: Mitchell Berger, Phil Chrysler, Ron Hale Corporate Board 10 Year Award: Douglas Von Allmen Corporate Board 15 Year Awards: Dr. Doug Laurie, James R. Dunn Corporate Board 25 Year Award: Alan Goldberg Congratulations to all honorees and thank you for your continued service to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County!
THE 20TH ANNUAL ALLIGATOR ALLEY HARLEY-DAVIDSON BIKERS BASH
The 19th Annual Alligator Alley Harley-Davidson Bikers Bash was held December 6-9, 2018 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. A special thank you to our Honorary Chair Christopher Osceola of The Seminole Tribe of Florida, The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino , our “Leaders of the Pack” and our Title Sponsor, Alligator Alley Harley-Davidson for their generous support of the event. Additional thanks go to our many sponsors: Team National, JM Family Enterprises, The Rick Case Automotive Group, Exclusive Beauty Supplies, BaByliss Pro, Rusk, C Davis Electric, Two Georges at the Cove, Daytona Destination, Children’s Charity Riders, Hooters and so many more. The Bikers Bash event started on Thursday, December 6, 2018 with a kick off registration gathering at Alligator Alley Harley-Davidson. Friday included a police escorted day ride to Two George’s at The Cove followed by the Bikers Bash VIP event. The Bash’s 20th Anniversary included a special presentation to the Event Founders the late iconic Bruce Rossmeyer and Rita & Rick Case. Guests enjoyed a gourmet dinner and a special performance by Rough Shot while they bid on silent and live auction items including vacation packages, autographed memorabilia, and a special motorcycle custom-built by the members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County Bikers Bash Junior League with the assistance of Mr. Motorhead. Saturday included a police escorted day ride to the Rick & Rita Case Boys & Girls Club in Davie for a very special tour of the facility where the leadership of Team National distributed brand new toys for the Holidays for the Boys & Girls Club members. Immediately after our Club tour, the bikers went to Sawgrass Recreation Park for lunch and an airboat ride. The festivities concluded on Sunday, December 9th with the 31st Annual SFPC Christmas Toys in the Sun Run parade. Bikers Bash participants led the world’s largest police-escorted motorcycle parade from I-95 to I-595, concluding in Markham Park where the riders enjoyed a VIP catered tent, live entertainment, bike show and more.
26TH ANNUAL HWTS HONORS THE LATE H. WAYNE HUIZENGA
The 26th Annual “Hollywood Welcomes the Stars” event benefiting the Marti Huizenga Boys & Girls Club in Hollywood, was held on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at Margaritaville Beach Resort. This year we had a special tribute honoring Philanthropist H. Wayne Huizenga, “A Champion For Our Youth.” Wayne, who attended almost every Hollywood Welcomes the Stars event with his wife, Marti, was always ever so gracious in supporting this event to ensure its success. This year’s star-studded event featured red carpet arrivals from Hulk Hogan- 6 time WWE Champion and 2018 Boys & Girls Club of America Hall of Fame Inductee, as well as JessLee, a contestant from “The Voice”, Season 14, and Channing Crowder, former Miami Dolphins captain and host on Hochman, Crowder and Krantz Radio Show on 560 WQAM. The night also included a lavish buffet, live and silent auctions, and the exclusive opportunity to meet and mingle with the “who’s who” of Broward County. There was also a special presentation of the Caryl Boies Keystone Leadership award to Richard C. With the support of our committed Advisory Council members, the event was able to raise over $125,000. Over 1,200 at-risk children belong to the Marti Huizenga Boys & Girls Club. The well-trained and committed staff leads a wide range of programs in the areas of Academic Success, Good Character & Citizenship, and Healthy Lifestyles. The Club is a safe and positive place for children ages 6-18 years of age.
32 COLLEGE BOUND BGCBC MEMBERS AWARDED SCHOLARSHIPS!
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County celebrated 32 exceptional adults during the Annual Scholarship Dinner on Thursday, July 12 at the Embassy Suites in Fort Lauderdale. The event honored 28 graduating seniors who received the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County Nan Knox Scholarship – an award named in honor of Nancy (Nan) Knox, a long-time BGCBC supporter. Club Members will receive $500 per year if they attend a college or university in Broward, Miami-Dade or Palm Beach counties. Recipients will receive $1,000 per year if they decide to attend school north of Palm Beach County. BGCBC also awarded two (2) Stanley G. Tate Broward College Prepaid Scholarships. This scholarship will cover up to 72 credit hours at Broward College. One of the highlights of the evening occurred when Kitty Rotella, the wife of long-time board member and avid supporter, Gary Rotella who passed away in 2015, presented the Gary Rotella Stars Prepaid Scholarship to two (2) deserving young people. The 4-Year Gary Rotella Stars Prepaid Scholarship is being awarded to Melvin Dean who is attending the University of Central Florida. The 2-Year Gary Rotella Stars Prepaid Scholarship is being awarded to Kayla Williams who is attending Broward College. Scholarship recipients are planning to attend Florida International University, Broward College, Honolulu Community College, Florida State University, Atlantic Tech College, Miami Dade Community College, Florida A&M University, Curry College, Webster University and Nova Southeastern University. During the scholarship dinner, Brian Quail, President/CEO of BGCBC welcomed the Club Members and told his story about the importance of education and how he was able to achieve his educational goals. The event also featured the College Panel, a group of Club Alumni who are current college students. The College Panel participants advised about getting involved in college, commuting to campus and how to prepare for life after college. During the Scholarship Awards Ceremony each Member was called to the front of the room to receive their scholarship certificate, greet the President/CEO, Brian Quail and Matt Organ, the Executive Vice President and then take a picture with Corporate Board Members: Jim Robertson, Peter Woolf, Susan Burkhardsmeier, John Clidas, and Bill Rotella. BGCBC congratulates all of the scholarship recipients, the supportive staff and the Corporate Board Members who make opportunities for our young people possible!
