Club Highlights – May 2026
MAY CLUB HIGHLIGHTS 20th AnniversaryGenerals Club Gathering! We had a blast at our 20th Generals Club Gathering at Funky Buddha! This year, Doug Cady, President of AA Advance Air, Inc., was honored with the Generals Club Leadership Award. And one of our very own, 2025 Youth of the Year, Nashon H. from our Leo Goodwin Foundation Teen Center addressed our Generals regarding his interest in the electrical field. Nashon is one of the many Club members who attended our Annual Generals Construction Career Day in March. The Generals Club was founded by visionary leaders Terry Stiles, Tom Miller, Bob Case, and Kurt Langsenkamp, and continues to thrive under the dedicated leadership of Chair Krystyna Ermer. An Award of Gratitude was presented to Bob Case for his many years of heartfelt passion poured into The Generals Club Program. All proceeds from The Generals Club Gathering directly support the continuation of this impactful program, helping to provide vital opportunities and resources for our youth at BGCBC. We thank our 2026 Generals Club Members: 20th Anniversary VIP GeneralJA&M Developing, LLC – Annie Mecias-Murphy 5 Star GeneralsAA Advance Air, Inc. – Doug Cady C. Davis Electric Co., Inc. – Mike Gagliano Nielson, Hoover & Company, ACRISURE – Chuck Nielson Slade Construction – Jeff Slade Steel Fabricators – Max Turner Stiles Corporation – Ken Stiles Thermal Concepts – Krystyna Ermer Rita & Rick* Case FamilyGary Wendt Associate GeneralsAll Atlantic Benefits – John Tolan, Brandon Kress, Veronica Ferrari Empire Lighting Resources – Bob Caggiano FPL – Sean October Verizon Business – Vincent Peragin Associate GeneralsAction Roofing – Anthony Perera Amalgamated Construction – Das Khan ANF Group, Inc. – Al Fernandez, Nelson Fernandez Charland Rurey Construction – Bill Charland, Tim Rurey Hotwire Communications – Brian LaTorre Inspected – Ian Cohen Scaff-Tech, LLC – Edward Rodriguez William R. Nash – Ryan Nash Thank you to all our staff, supporters, community partners and Board Chair, Peter Oldbury for helping make this happen! Join our General’s Club Today Read More 14th Annual Bowling For Kids Event We are so grateful to all of our supporters, staff and community partners that came out for “Bowling For Kids” event supporting our Marti Huizenga Club. This Club has long been a staple in the City of Hollywood, serving as a safe and supportive space for generations of youth and families. Your generosity keeps our Clubs and Teen Centers going. Donate Today College Decision Day From acceptance letters to final choices, our Teens are officially committing to the next chapter of their journey. With confidence, courage, and the support of their mentors, families, and Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, these future leaders are heading to colleges and universities ready to thrive. Whether they’re the first in their family to attend college or continuing a legacy, this moment represents hard work, resilience, and a bright future ahead. Join us in celebrating our scholars as they say, “Yes!” to their future. Empower Our Youth The Jesus Luzardo Family Foundation Scholarships The Jesus Luzardo Family Foundation awarded scholarships to 10 graduating seniors who maintain a GPA of 3.5 or higher and demonstrate outstanding character and academic excellence, helping them further their education. Help us congratulate our amazing graduates! Ben S. – Carver Ranches Club Richard R.- Carver Ranches Club Zyann D. – Carver Ranches Club Winson C. -Florence A. DeGeorge Cub Luigi M.- Fred DeLuca Teen Center Naomy J. – Marti Huizenga Club Delanie C. – Marti Huizenga Club Timothy S. – Lester H. White Club/NFL Yet Center Hervinica B. – Leo Goodwin Foundation Teen Center Marlee M. – Leo Goodwin Foundation Teen Center This effort reflects the foundation’s mission to support academic success and expand opportunities for our youth. We are so gracious to Jesus and The Jesus Luzardo Family Foundation for their continuous support of our mission. Hair Braiding Superstars Congratulations to the 14 Club members who graduated from our Hair Braiding Class Program! In collaboration with the City of Hollywood and under the instruction of Ms. Ashley Williams from 1 Salon Life Academy, participants learned the fundamentals of hair braiding and earned their Salon Assistant and Hair Braiding certificates. Big thanks to City of Hollywood and 1 Salon Life Academy for supporting this initiative! Click Here to Get Started STEM in action In partnership with The City of Deerfield, our youth at our Jim & Jan Moran Club, had the privilege of exploring math in motion, discovering the science behind bubbles, and even got the chance to dive into hands-on activities that brought real-world problem solving to life. Programs like these spark curiosity, build confidence and show our youth what’s possible when learning is interactive, engaging and fun. We thank the City of Deerfield for their unwavering dedication to support our youth! Shape Bright Futures with Us Impact 4 Good Hosts a Bike Build Teamwork brings great joy during Impact 4 Good’s Bike Build event, hosted at Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa. Because of the incredible hands-on effort from our partners and volunteers, 20 brand new bikes complete with helmets and locks are now headed home with Club members, giving them freedom, confidence, and a whole new way to explore their world. Thank you Impact 4 Good for partnering with us. Fuel Bright Futures Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Educators make a lasting impact by inspiring confidence, encouraging growth, and helping students and our Club members reach their full potential. Afterschool Professionals Appreciation week is a meaningful time to recognize their dedication, patience, and the difference they make every day. 2026 Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Conference We were proud to represent Broward County at the 2026 BGCA National Conference in Charlotte, NC. Bringing together leaders from across the country, the conference was a powerful reminder that the work happening locally at BGCBC is part of a much bigger movement dedicated to empowering young people everywhere. We returned inspired, energized and equipped with new ideas, strategies and connections that will directly strengthen the experiences we create for the
Club Highlights – April 2026
Club Highlights Empowering Futures Through Annual Career Day Our BGCBC Annual Career Day engaged 160 teens in a dynamic experience focused on career exposure, exploration, and meaningful connections with industry professionals. Through interactive stations and real-world conversations, participants gained insight into a variety of career pathways while building confidence in their future goals. The event was designed to inspire our teens to explore both immediate workforce opportunities and long-term college and career options. We extend our gratitude to American Heritage in Plantation, FL, whose support and generous hosting made this event possible. Our teens also completed a post-event survey where they selected a “Pathway of the Day,” helping them reflect on which career best fit their interests in industries such as law, media, aviation, and culinary. Total Teens Attended: 160 Total Professionals/Speakers: 20+ Speaker: Stichiz from 103.5 the Beat Our BGCBC Annual Career Day engaged 160 teens in a dynamic experience focused on career exposure, exploration, and meaningful connections with industry professionals. Through interactive stations and real-world conversations, participants gained insight into a variety of career pathways while building confidence in their future goals. The event was designed to inspire our teens to explore both immediate workforce opportunities and long-term college and career options. We extend our gratitude to American Heritage in Plantation, FL, whose support and generous hosting made this event possible. Our teens also completed a post-event survey where they selected a “Pathway of the Day,” helping them reflect on which career best fit their interests in industries such as law, media, aviation, and culinary. Total Teens Attended: 160 Total Professionals/Speakers: 20+ Speaker: Stichiz from 103.5 the Beat Moments That Matter: We provided free professional attire to our teens, helping them confidently prepare for interviews, internships, and career success. Participating Organizations & Career Stations RealEdge Labs JetBlue The Florida Bar – Young Lawyers Division Fifth Third Bank Dade County Federal Credit Union Marine Industries Association of South Florida Bank of America Career Closet 1SalonLife Culinary Synergy Xanadu Academy Plantation Fire Department Broward Center for the Performing Arts Dr. Hans Dorval Old Navy Pollo Tropical BGCBC People & Culture Department BGCBC Aquatics Department Moments That Matter: We provided free professional attire to our teens, helping them confidently prepare for interviews, internships, and career success. Participating Organizations & Career Stations RealEdge Labs JetBlue The Florida Bar – Young Lawyers Division Fifth Third Bank Dade County Federal Credit Union Marine Industries Association of South Florida Bank of America Career Closet 1SalonLife Culinary Synergy Xanadu Academy Plantation Fire Department Broward Center for the Performing Arts Dr. Hans Dorval Old Navy Pollo Tropical BGCBC People & Culture Department BGCBC Aquatics Department Find Out More About Our Programs Jakeclaude M: Youth of the Year State Finalist We would like to congratulate Jakeclaude M. on being selected as a 2026 Florida Youth of the Year Finalist. We are incredibly proud of him for this outstanding achievement. His hard work, dedication, and growth throughout this journey have truly set him apart. Watching him step into his voice and represent our organization with confidence has been inspiring. This moment is well deserved, and we are excited to see all that he will accomplish next. Learn More About our Youth of the Year Welcoming Christopher M. Barnett into The BGCBC Hall of Fame Christopher M. Barnett has been inducted into Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County’s Alumni Hall of Fame, an honor recognized during the 2026 Today’s Youth, Tomorrow’s Leaders event presented by ABA Centers in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The honor reflects both his personal journey as a former “Club Kid” and his continued commitment to creating opportunity for young people across Broward County. For Barnett, the recognition is especially meaningful because of the role the Lauderhill Boys & Girls Club played in his early life. It gave him structure, mentorship, encouragement, and a sense of belonging during his formative years. Those experiences helped shape his confidence, work ethic, and belief in the power of community. As Barnett said, “It’s our family’s goal to preserve generational principles of humanity. As a child, the Club was that sense of humanity for me, before I even knew what that meant.” Watch Video Read More FAMU Spring Preview Trip Recently, Delanie, Ben, Ania, and Marlee, all current Youth of the Year participants, proudly represented us while attending the FAMU Spring Preview Trip! During the trip, they toured the campus, connected with students and staff, and gained valuable insight into academic programs, student life and the college admissions process. For our Teens, this visit was more than just a college campus tour. Instead, it was an experience full of culture, pride, belonging and possibility! —————————————“The trip was a very fun experience, especially the bus ride on the way there and back. We learned a lot of things and got to see the nice landscape of FAMU as we were touring some of the buildings. We were presented with various types of information such as the different programs/majors FAMU has to offer, more about the college I’m going into (CSSAH), dorm life, and which buildings to go to for certain things. I am choosing FAMU because of the environment and the culture that it embodies. Going to this university would constantly remind me what an honor it is to be a black student and would give me such a strong sense of belonging I wouldn’t find anywhere else.” –Marlee (attending FAMU this Fall) “FAMU was definitely an unforgettable experience. From touring the dorms to hearing the Marching 100 perform, everything just felt real and exciting. What stood out to me the most is how much they embrace creativity and individuality—you can tell it’s a place where people are free to be themselves. That’s a big reason why I’m choosing FAMU after BC.” –Ben (attending FAMU after Broward College) “The trip was amazing! I learned so much about not only my future major, but about FAMU and all of the opportunities waiting for me. What made me so captivated about FAMU was their spirit. They carry the title of being a student, professor, alumni etc with such pride showing just how much this school means to
Club Highlights – March 2026
Club Highlights Role Models Who Inspire featuring Dr. Ben Carson When dynamic leaders lead by example, young minds are shaped! Through our “Role Models Who Inspire” program, we are honored to welcome and thank Dr. Ben Carson, retired neurosurgeon, academic, author, and government official, for enlightening our Teens at JM Family Teen Center in Deerfield Beach, FL. It’s meaningful moments like these that mold the path for our youth—showcasing the importance of success through hard work, dedication, integrity and leadership. Big thanks to our dedicated Board Member, Thomas Godart for all the support! Get More Info Welcoming Rear Admiral Ryan M. Perry into The BGCBC Hall of Fame We are proud to announce Admiral Ryan M. Perry as one of our highly esteemed 2026 BGCBC Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees. Rear Admiral Ryan M. Perry (retired) is a native of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He is a 1997 graduate of the United States Naval Academy. Perry holds a master’s degree in national security and strategic studies from the Naval War College and is accredited in public relations and military communication. Perry was a proud member of William E. Slaughter Club/ S. Robert Levine Club, formerly the North Lauderdale Club, where he learned life skills, and was presented with life-changing opportunities that guided him to where he is today. We are so honored to recognize him! Join us to congratulate him. Watch Video Read More Congrats, Chris Gentile! The 2025 W. Errol Sewell Leadership Award, also known as the Southeast CEO of the Year Award, is one of the highest honors a CEO can receive within the Boys & Girls Clubs of America Movement. Named after W. Errol Sewell — a transformational leader who helped establish more than 1,000 new Clubs nationwide and expanded the Boys & Girls Clubs Movement into public housing, schools, Native lands, and U.S. military installations — the award recognizes CEOs whose leadership strengthens the Movement through vision, integrity, and an unwavering focus on youth. We are proud to share that our very own Chris Gentile, Co-CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, has been recognized by Boys & Girls Clubs of America with the W. Errol Sewell Leadership Award. Chris exemplifies Sewell’s legacy through his strategic leadership, deep community partnerships, and steadfast commitment to ensuring every young person has access to high-quality Club experiences. This recognition reflects not only his personal excellence, but also the strength, passion, and dedication of our entire organization to the mission of enabling all young people — especially those who need us most — to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. Congratulations, Chris. Your leadership continues to inspire us all. Topgolf Tournament: Fore the Kids Event We’re proud to celebrate the success of our 2nd Annual Topgolf Tournament Fore The Kids—an incredible event dedicated to supporting the Club members and teens we serve. Thanks to the generosity of our community, this event directly benefits our Thomas D. Stephanis Club and Hierholzer Teen Center, where teens gain access to academic support, mentorship, and leadership development opportunities that help them succeed both in school and in life. Programs like these play a critical role in improving academic outcomes, building confidence, and preparing our teens for brighter futures. We are especially grateful to Christy and Larry Hierholzer for their continued dedication and passion for empowering young people. Their support, along with the incredible partners that include Publix, J.R. Dunn Jewelers, AEF schools, The Bridge Group, All Atlantic Benefits and the Murphy Family all helped to make this event possible and impactful. Your support empowers our teens to succeed both academically and beyond. Thank you for investing in their future. We can’t wait to see the continued impact. Shape Futures, Together Generals Construction Career Day Success! The 2026 Generals Construction Career Day, hosted by Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, welcomed more than 200 teen Club members, ages 14–18, for a high-energy, hands-on career exploration experience as we proudly celebrated 20 years of impact at the Leo Goodwin Foundation Teen Center/William E. Slaughter Club/S. Robert Levine Campus in North Lauderdale, FL with support from City of North Lauderdale Commissioner Darrell (Dee) Lewis-Ricketts. The event featured top construction and trade industry partners who led interactive learning stations with live demonstrations, hands-on activities, and direct engagement in fields such as roofing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, general contracting, engineering, and project management. Teens rotated through multiple stations, gaining insight into career pathways, certifications, earning potential, and apprenticeship opportunities while also building workplace readiness skills like communication, teamwork, and professionalism. We also highlighted alumni success stories, including Rick Case Vocational Scholarship recipients Jimmy Arneus, now enrolled in the HVAC program at Sheridan Technical College, and Zaden Jeantinord, pursuing Automotive & EV Technology at Universal Technical Institute. The day inspired and connected youth to real opportunities in the skilled trades, while providing companies with an organized, engaging platform to directly impact the future workforce of Broward County. Thank you to our staff and industry professionals who continue investing in the future of our workforce. Get Involved International Automotive Excellence Gala Recap The 19th Annual International Automotive Excellence Gala was an unforgettable evening celebrating leadership, innovation, and impact within the automotive industry. We were honored to recognize two remarkable leaders:– Rusty Wallace – 2026 Racing Automotive Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient– Teddy Morse – 2026 Dealer Automotive Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient The Gala raised critical funds for our youth development organization helping ensure our youth have access to mentorship, opportunity, and safe spaces to grow. A special thank you to our staff, supporters, community partners, board members and all who share the commitment to making this event a success year after year. Read More A Day in The Glades! Recently, some of our Club members went on an Everglades extravaganza! From an airboat ride to watching native animals interact in their natural habitats was educational and so much fun! The alligators and birds were seen while on the airboat ride, while the snakes, turtles, American crocodiles, and lizards were seen in enclosures
Club Highlights – February 2026
Club Highlights Black History Month Honoring the legacy. Celebrating the impact. Empowering the future. This Black History Month – and always – we proudly celebrate the leaders, trailblazers and changemakers who have shaped our communities and inspired future generations to continue making a difference. We remain steadfast and committed to uplifting youth voices, creating opportunities and building a future rooted in equity, excellence and empowerment. Get Involved Congrats, Michele Clarke! In conjunction with Black History Month and throughout the month of February, the Florida Panthers will be showcasing individuals in South Florida who are making a significant impact and going above and beyond in our community. We are so proud to announce that our very own Michele Clarke, Chief Financial Officer, was hand-selected to be one of the esteemed “Celebration of Black Excellence” honorees! The Panthers will host their annual Black History Night on Friday, February 27, so tune in at 7 p.m. to see Michele receive this exceptional recognition! For many decades, Michele’s strategic leadership, can-do attitude, and unwavering dedication have powered our mission onward. We thank you, Michele, for being a valuable leader of the BGCBC Senior Leadership Team and showing us the true meaning of work ethic and integrity in all that you do. Congratulations! There is no one more deserving of this honor than you. Read More Cove Check Presentation From the fairways to the docks, The Cove community shows up. Proceeds from their annual Golf Tournament and Billfish Tournament proudly support our Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County – helping fund our programs, expand digital learning, and create safe, enriching spaces for youth at the Jim & Jan Moran Club. Thank you to the various sponsors, participants and guests who attended! Support Our Youth Fuel the Future Through Stem! We are fueling innovation at our Clubs! We’re proud to share that Global Partners partnered with us through Boys & Girls Clubs of America for their inspiring “Fuel the Future” STEM Contest! As part of the competition, our talented Club members from our Lester H. White Club/NFL Yet Center took on the challenge to design and build the “Fueling Station of the Future” using LEGO kits. Each member received a kit complete with instructional videos covering rules and design guidance, and spent several weeks developing creative, forward-thinking concepts that reimagine the convenience store and gas station experience of tomorrow. With Global Partners recently expanding their market here in South Florida, this initiative highlights their commitment to investing in the next generation of innovators in our community. On February 12, members proudly presented their projects for final judging, showcasing their creativity, teamwork, and STEM skills. Thank you, Global Partners, for helping support our youth! Check Out The Fun 2026 Youth of the Year And Hall of Fame Celebration An impactful night that fuels dreams, shapes futures and celebrates legacy! That’s a wrap on our Today’s Youth, Tomorrow’s Leaders/Rita & Rick* Case BGCBC Hall of Fame celebration! Thank you to all who came out and celebrated with us. Re-live the celebration with us: Watch Video Read More Sweeney Martini Band Rocked the Stage! Recently we had a blast at our Jim & Jan Moran Club when the electric Sweeney Martini Band hit the stage! As former Club ‘kids’ turned talented performers, the band shared more than just incredible music , they shared their journey reminding us and our youth of the possibilities made available at Boys & Girls Clubs. A special shoutout to bandmate Jay Sweeney, who was named Youth of the Year in 1984 at Boys & Girls Club in Greenwich, CT. It was a full-circle moment that inspired everyone in the room! We were honored to have Megan Sweeney, VP of Administration at BGCG and longtime BGCBC supporter, join us for the celebration, along with dedicated supporter Gary Wendt and Valerie Ahneman, who helped bring this special event together. And the spotlight didn’t stop there, our Carver Ranches 2026 Youth of the Year, Ben S., wowed the crowd by stepping up to the mic and singing alongside the band! Moments like these remind us that once a Club kid, always a Club kid and the impact lasts a lifetime. Thank you:Gary WendtValerie AhnemanMegan Sweeney, Vice President of Administration at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greenwich Jay SweeneyPatrick Sweeney Learn More Family Strengthening Graduation We are celebrating our Club members and their families on their “Family Strengthening Graduation”! This is a special milestone because families came together over the course of numerous weeks to build stronger bonds, improve communication, support one another, and grow in so many meaningful ways. We are incredibly proud to keep this powerful program going strong year after year, creating lasting impact in our community. This continued success is made possible through our valued partnership with Children’s Services Council of Broward County whose commitment to families helps make opportunities like this possible. Learn More about Our Programs and How to Get Involved Florida Boys & Girls Clubs Advocacy Days Our Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County team was proud to participate in Florida Boys & Girls Clubs Advocacy Days, where we had the chance to meet with our legislatures to talk about the importance of investing in our youth. We are so grateful for their continued support and advocacy for the young people we serve and for believing in our mission to help every child reach their full potential. Thank you for your time, your partnership, and your ongoing advocacy for Broward and Florida’s youth. Your support strengthens our mission and helps ensure that young people across our state have access to safe spaces, caring mentors, and life-changing opportunities. Thank you for standing with us and for helping build great futures across Florida! BGCBC Board Chair Peter OldburyBGCBC Board Member Marc InfanteRepresentative Hillary CasselRepresentative Dan DaleySenator Tina PolskyRepresentative Felicia Simone RobinsonSenator Jason PizzoRepresentative Robin BartlemanFlorida Alliance of Boys & Girls ClubsBoys & Girls Clubs of AmericaTSE Consulting Inc.Candice EricksRobby HolroydDaniel DelagrangeLauren Jackson Join the Mission BGCBC: Champion for Youth! We are honored to announce our 2025 status as a Champion for Youth through BGCA’s Club Advocacy Recognition Program! With this recognition, we will proudly continue to excel
Club Highlights – January 2026
Club Highlights 29th Annual Dunn’s Run has Record Breaking Attendance! Early in the morning on Sunday, January 11th, 2026, Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County held its 29th Annual Publix Supermarket Charities Dunn’s Run, presented by JM Family Enterprises. The City of Deerfield Beach was generous enough to share their beach, various parking lots, and roadways to bring in over 1,200 participants and families. This year we had a record number of vendors that added to the excitement of this family-friendly event! Our organization couldn’t have done this without our FANTASTIC committee, staff, sponsors, volunteers, and vendors! Big thanks to our J.R. Dunn Jewelers, Dunn’s Run Event Founder and Tony Van Ness, Dunn’s Run Event Chair. Check out the event photos by Downtown Photo here 2026 Youth of the Year Candidates We are incredibly proud of our Youth of the Year candidates, young people who boldly shared their stories, their leadership, and their belief in our Clubs and our mission. Each one of them represents the very best of Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, and we celebrate every Youth of the Year who stepped forward with courage and heart. We are proud to move forward with a Final Four, who will take the stage and speak at our Today’s Youth, Tomorrow’s Leaders Gala on January 31st. Our Youth of the Year Finalists are: Keirah – Fred DeLuca Teen Center Jakeclaude – Leo Goodwin Foundation Teen Center Ben – Carver Ranches Club Isabelen – The Harry T. Mangurian Jr. Foundation Teen Center We would also like to express our gratitude and thanks to our incredible panel of judges who provided positive feedback and encouragement for our Youth of the Years! If you are interested in joining us at our gala Saturday, January 31st, 2026: Click here to purchase tickets Panda Cares We would like to acknowledge Panda Cares’ ongoing commitment, including providing nutritious meals that help fuel our Club members so they can stay focused, healthy, and ready to learn. Panda Cares & Boys & Girls Clubs of America work together to ensure all youth have access to quality learning experiences. Since 2020, Panda Cares has contributed more than $62 million to strengthen academic programs, support Project Learn, open Panda Cares Centers of Hope, and provide scholarships impacting over 1 million youth nationwide. Thank you, Panda Cares, for helping us empower the next generation and invest in brighter futures. Empower the Next Generation Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) Parent Showcase Our Club members who are a part of our incredible program at Museum of Discovery and Science —a hands-on, immersive journey that sparks creativity and inspires futures in STEM, recently had a parent night showcase! From experimenting and problem-solving to building and exploring real-world concepts, our Club members shared their projects with their families and proudly received their official lab coats and certificates. This was a powerful moment celebrating their hard work, confidence, and growth. A heartfelt thank you to our generous supporters Wayne and Lucretia Weiner whose investment makes opportunities like this possible for our youth. Because when young people are given access, encouragement, and belief, their potential is limitless. Find Out More Miami Herald’s Wish Book Campaign This holiday season, we are eternally grateful for the Miami Herald’s Wish Book Campaign. Thank you for sponsoring three of our incredible families with generous contributions—spreading holiday joy & magic where it mattered most! Because of community partners like you, Willie H. (and family) of Gary Wendt Teen Center, Christian W. (and family) of Florence A. De George Club and Mauricio C. (and family) of Rita & Rick Case Club got to enjoy the holiday with less stress and financial burden.————————————————————-About the Miami Herald Wish Book CampaignFor 125 years, the Miami Herald has helped the community during the holiday season through our Wish Book campaign aimed at assisting South Floridians who need it the most. The needs this year are just as acute as they were in 1982, when we launched the first campaign. Wish Book was created in the belief that if people in our community can understand the struggles others are facing, they’ll rise to the occasion. Time and again, Miami has done just that.————————————————————- This holiday season, we are eternally grateful for the Miami Herald’s Wish Book Campaign. Thank you for sponsoring three of our incredible families with generous contributions—spreading holiday joy & magic where it mattered most! Because of community partners like you, Willie H. (and family) of Gary Wendt Teen Center, Christian W. (and family) of Florence A. De George Club and Mauricio C. (and family) of Rita & Rick Case Club got to enjoy the holiday with less stress and financial burden.—————————-About the Miami Herald Wish Book CampaignFor 125 years, the Miami Herald has helped the community during the holiday season through our Wish Book campaign aimed at assisting South Floridians who need it the most. The needs this year are just as acute as they were in 1982, when we launched the first campaign. Wish Book was created in the belief that if people in our community can understand the struggles others are facing, they’ll rise to the occasion. Time and again, Miami has done just that.—————————– Join Our Mission Marty Kiar Toy Drive: Rita & Rick Case Club Toy Drive magic at our Rita & Rick Case Boys & Girls Club and The Harry T. Mangurian Jr. Foundation Teen Center! Huge thanks to Marty Kiar and his incredible team for spreading holiday cheer, joy and providing incredible toys for our youth. And a special shoutout to Topping Kessler, Certified Public Accountants, for bringing the fun with festive stations and games that kept the smiles going all day long. We appreciate you all so much for bringing the holiday spirit to life at the Club. Because of you, this special season was even brighter for our Club ‘kids’! Watch the Fun Here Fifth Third Bank Financial E-bus Visit Our Club members over at our Rita & Rick Case Club & The Harry T.
Club Highlights – December 2025
Club Highlights 2026 Youth of the Year Candidates Meet our 12 exceptional 2026 Youth of the Year candidates who are shining examples of what’s possible when opportunity meets determination. We’re so proud of their achievements and can’t wait to see where their journeys lead! Join our celebration – Today’s Youth, Tomorrow’s Leaders Saturday January 31st, 2026 6:00PM – 10:00PM The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 Purchase Tickets Here JetBlue: Vibrant Art Room Makeover at Nan Knox Club Thank you JetBlue for bringing new color and energy into our Nan Knox Club / Linda & Douglas Von Allmen Campus Art Room. Our Club members are ready to dream bigger and create even more! Watch the Video World Emblem Toy Drive & Super Car Show: Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County We are so grateful to the incredible sponsors, donors, volunteers and those who showed up to make waves with us during the 5th Annual Toy Drive & Super Car Show! Their support/sponsorship brought so much joy and meaningful impact to our Club members this holiday season. We couldn’t do the work we do without community champions like you. Thank you so much for making and difference for our youth in our community and beyond. Looking forward to continuing shaping great futures together! Huge shoutout to:JC Carr for leading the initiative alongside Ariella Ciuraru and a group of amazing volunteers.– Whips Miami.– World Emblem™ – CITY Furniture– Hero’s Pride– 1 of 1 MotorSports– NEXA– NX3 Commercial Group Because of your support, we were fortunate enough to raise $100K for our youth! Read More Here Click Here to Check out the Fun Reading with REED 83, Literacy Program A huge thank you to Andre Reed, NFL Hall of Famer | BGCA Hall of Famer and The Andre Reed Foundation for providing our Carver Ranches computer lab with a major upgrade through their “Read with REED 83” literacy program! The space now features a new mega smart TV, fresh educational books, futons, and updated furniture. Thank you also to Alexander Mattison, RB of the Miami Dolphins along with influencers Brodie the Golden Doodle, Aria Johnson, and Kickball Dad, whose combined following exceeds 19 million. They were eager to use their social media presence to amplify the importance of reading to our Club members and the masses. Thank you Cellev8 Nutrition Inc. for being a part of this amazing event as well. Our Club members, staff and community are grateful for this new computer lab refresh. To see how you can get involved with us email Nicole Chaplin, Senior Director of Marketing, Communications & Community Engagement at nchaplin@bgcbc.org. Murphy Cause Campaign Murphy’s is proud to support BGCBC as part of Murphy USA’s national BGCA “Great Futures Fueled Here” campaign. “Giving back is part of our broader mission and commitment as an organization to our team members, customers, and communities,” said Andrew Clyde, President and CEO of Murphy USA. “That’s why we are proud to be a national partner of Boys & Girls Clubs of America…encouraging customers to round-up their purchases to provide youth with the essential tools for a successful future.” We want to give a huge thank you to Murphy’s for helping make our mission possible. Read More Here Learn how your company can get involved with us by contacting: Cameron Warrick, Director of Development & Corporate Relations at cwarrick@bgcbc.org BGCBC Thanksgiving Core memories made this Thanksgiving! We got to experience savory Thanksgiving feasts at many of our Clubs this year- thanks to our incredible sponsors. Big shoutout to Miami Dolphins all-stars Bradley Chubb, Zach Sieler, Kenneth Grant, the HCA Healthcare team, JM Family, Ed Morse and an anonymous donor for the delicious Thanksgiving meals across all our Clubs. We’re so thankful for supporters like you who show our Club members what this season is all about. Moments like these make all the difference. The Facts. Your Future. Community Event Recently we hosted a powerful “The Facts. Your Future.” Community Outreach Event at our Nan Knox Club. The event brought together teens, community partners, and health professionals to discuss the real impacts of drug use and misuse and to empower young people with the tools to make safe, healthy choices. A special thank you to our exceptional moderator and Board Member, Clifford Moore, and our panelists: Retired Colonel Josefa, Zakirah Archbald, and our Leo Goodwin Foundation Teen Center Member – Nahashon H. for sharing their view points. We also appreciate the support of Fort Lauderdale Police Department, 211, Smith Community Mental Health, Broward County Family Success Administration Division, and our BGCBC departments. The evening was filled with education, fun, food, giveaways, and important conversations. Together, we are shaping brighter futures for our teens! Learn More About This Program Here Jim & Jan Moran Club – Tree Lighting Experience The holiday season we had a tree-lighting event at our Jim & Jan Moran Club. The tree lighting gave our Club members fun, shared experiences, and a moment to enjoy the season together. It’s a great time to remember the strength of our community and the joy that traditions like this bring to everyone. If you’d like to support more holiday memories and help local families in need, please consider getting involved via the Adopt A Family program. Get Involved Panda Cares Supports Our Club Members Through Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Panda Restaurant Group and Panda Cares help our Clubs ensure youth have the nutrition and support they need to learn and grow. Since 2020, Panda Cares has invested over $62 million nationwide to strengthen academic programs, enhance Project Learn, and open Panda Cares Centers of Hope which provide scholarships. Thank you, Panda Cares, for your incredible commitment to our youth. Learn More Round Up with Walmart Support BGCBC! Round up to the nearest dollar at checkout next time you shop at Walmart! Click Here To Join The Cause December Work Anniversaries Please join us to congratulate our Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County WorkAnniversaries! These individuals have shown dedication, disposition, andpassion in all they
Club Highlights – November 2025
Club Highlights Keystone Installation We are proud to celebrate all our Keystone Clubs for all officially chartering Basic this year! Over 130 Keystone Members and Advisors from across BGCBC came together for our Keystone Installation with incredible Club Spirit. Members and Advisors took an oath to the Keystone mission, and in honor of Bullying Prevention Month, our service project this year focused on unity as we committed to standing together to support one another and cancel bullying. The energy was unmatched, and every club showed true unity and KEYSTONE pride. Keystone Clubs provide leadership development opportunities for young people ages 14 to 18. Youth participate in activities in four focus areas: teen outreach, academic success, career preparation and community service. With the guidance of an adult advisor, #KeystoneClubs aim to have a positive impact on members, the Club and community. Learn about Our Programs Comedy For Kids Sold Out Event What a night filled with laughter and purpose! Thank you all for supporting our 2nd Annual “ComedyFor Kids” Sold Out Event. Together, we’re helping keep our Marti Huizenga Club (Hollywood,FL) strong, vibrant, and ready to serve even more youth in our community. A heartfelt thank you to Solomon Schoonover our incredible Emcee, for bringing so much fun and energy. We also want to recognize our amazing Board Members Marc Infante, Eric Schwartzreich and Michael Wild for stepping onto the stage with their own comedic sets, keeping everyone laughing and adding to the evening’s joy.Thank you to all our sponsors and attendees for believing in our mission. Their support helps our youth development organization continue to serve over 2,200 youth weekly. Read More Lauderhill Club Alumni Christopher Barnett Comes Back We had the honor of welcoming back, Christopher Barnett one of our former Club members, who returned to reconnect and reflect on the impact the Lauderhill Club had on his life growing up.What made this visit truly special was that he brought one of his daughters along Kennedy Barnett who is now proudly serving as a member of our Board of Directors. Watching them walk through the halls together, sharing stories and seeing how the Club continues to change lives across generations, was a beautiful reminder of why we do what we do every day.Seeing our mission come full circle through our alumni and their families inspires us to continue building Great Futures for generations to come. Get Involved Lights on Afterschool We had a celebration of our Lights on Afterschool, a STEM program, with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, City of Lauderhill, Museum of Discovery and Science and City of Sunrise. Through hands on projects, our Club members learn to think logically, creatively, and collaboratively, building the confidence to tackle complex challenges in and beyond the classroom. Become a Volunteer Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) Special Visit MODS was proud to welcome Wayne and Lucretia Weiner our generous supporters for a hands-on visit to learn about our “Fueling Great Futures Through Stem” program.During their time with the students, they observed a working dog training demonstration from the Fort Lauderdale Police, City of Fort Lauderdale and even joined in a collaborative problem-solving activity “Mystery at MODS”, where they helped the group track down our (fictional) missing sloth,Zazou.Their engagement went beyond observation; it was mentorship in action. We are grateful for theircontinued support and belief in experiential learning as a tool for empowerment. Learn More Successful Teen Job Fair at Gary Wendt Teen Center Our Gary Wendt Teen Center located in Sunrise, FL hosted a successful Teen Job Fair. Thank you TJ Maxx & HomeGoods, Publix Super Markets and Smoothie King for providing our teens a chance to explore job opportunities, receive résumé assistance, and contribute to our “Career Closet”, helping them to prepare professionally. We also had our Lauderhill Club and Leo Goodwin Foundation Teen Center participate. This job fair offered valuable resources and real-world connections for our Club members. Advancing Leadership. Advancing Impact. BGCBC was one of the organizations chosen to participate in Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s Advance Leadership Program (ALP) in Dallas, TX. Our discussions centered on being an even stronger force for youth advocacy and how, as leaders, we can leverage our collective resources to serve even more youth across Broward County. We even had a special virtual visit from BGCA President & CEO Jim Clark.Thank you to everyone including Greg Kimbrough who made this learning opportunity possible. Your dedication and teamwork continue to help move us forward. Learn More About Us A Special Thank You to Privee at the Colonnade Outlets! We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to Privee at the Colonnade Outlets for graciously hosting our Cattlewomen on October 16th. The evening was filled with great company, shopping, and a good time enjoyed by all! Interested in becoming a Cattlewoman and getting perks like these? Contact Amanda McCarthy, Director or Events at amccarthy@bgcbc.org for info! Miami Dolphins – Huge Support Thank you to the Miami Dolphins for the numerous ways you support our organization. Together, you’ve helped us empower our Club members through academic, athletic, and personal development while promoting wellness and bridging opportunity gaps. We want to also thank our Board Chair, Peter Oldbury, for being a part of this check presentation.Our partnership is about shaping future leaders on and off the field. Get Involved Importance of Voting Recently, our Fred DeLuca Teen Center and Harold “Hackie” Reitman, M.D. Club participated in a voting seminar led by the Fort Lauderdale Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. During the session, the teens learned about the importance of voting and the voting process. They also took part in a mock election where two candidates created campaigns and delivered speeches. In addition, they heard from Senator Dr. Rosalind Osgood and a representative from the Broward Supervisor of Elections office.Thanks all for an incredible event for our youth! Best Selling Author Visit – Kwame Mbalia Bestselling author and vivid storyteller, Kwame Mbalia celebrated the release of his new book “Jax Freeman and the Tournament of Spirits” at our Harold “Hackie” Reitman M.D. and Carver Ranches Clubs. Our Club members got to see the value of storytelling and how powerful imagination can be! We thank Kwame for brining your stories to life and inspiring our youth one chapter at a time. And we’d like to extend a huge shoutout to Jay’s House Bookshop, a local favorite bookstore, for setting up this awesome book signing event. Get Involved Thomas D. Stephanis Club
Club Highlights – October 2025
Club Highlights Hispanic & Latino Heritage Month We are proud to celebrate Hispanic & Latino Heritage Month — a time to honor the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. From music and food to art, innovation, and leadership, their impact continues to inspire us every day. Join us in recognizing and uplifting our Club members and community’s vibrant voices that help shape our world. Learn More About Our Youth Development Organization BGCBC at MODS Our “Fueling Great Futures Through STEM” program at Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS), combines the strengths of two community leaders in education and youth development to deliver a transformative, hands-on experience rooted in exploration, creativity, and discovery. From Power Hour to hands-on exhibits and STEM workshops, our Club members were immersed in a week of curiosity, creativity, and meaningful connection. This partnership is an opportunity to ignite a passion for science, technology, engineering, and math in a whole new environment. A huge thank you to our generous supporters Wayne and Lucretia Weiner and UKG for their in-kind contributions. Your support is helping us fuel futures and shape tomorrow’s leaders. We also want to thank the incredible staff at BGCBC and MODS — their dedication and teamwork made this launch a true success! Learn More About This Impactful Partnership Board Retreat We are grateful for yet another successful and inspiring board retreat. Our board, staff and community partners came together to network and collaborate on positive ways to enhance our mission. We also want to say thank you to our Elected Officials Panelists and Non-Profit Funder Panelists for sharing their leadership and insight: Panel 1 – Elected Officials (Moderated by Torey Alston, President, Broward College) • Senator Dr. Barbara Sharief, Florida Senate • Commissioner Brandon Smith, West Park, FL • Vice Mayor Mike Hernández, Pembroke Pines, FL • Adam Cervera, Broward County Public Schools • Commissioner Michael Hudak, Deerfield Beach, FL Panel 2 – Non-Profit Funders (Moderated by Dr. Ben Sorensen Commissioner, Fort Lauderdale City Commissioner) • Judith Fletcher, Program Officer, The Frederick A. Deluca Foundation • Jeff Wood, Chair, Chair, Children’s Services Council of Broward County • Lisa Davis, Director, Corporate Community Impact, JM Family Enterprises • John Colombo, Vice President, Florida Panthers Foundation & Community Relations Florida Panthers • Los Marino, Executive Director, BBX Capital Foundation & Director of Community Relations, BBX Capital The energy, commitment and passion in the room was truly motivating. Learn More About Our Board Miami Dolphins Zach Sieler Visit at Our Lauderhill Club Big thanks to Zach Sieler of the Miami Dolphins for stopping by our Lauderhill Boys & Girls Club! Our Club members and teens were thrilled to take part in a Q&A session, where Zach shared his journey, wisdom, and encouragement for the school year ahead. To top it off, our Club members received backpacks and school supplies, helping set them up for success! Thank you for believing in our mission and investing in the future of our youth Watch the Video United For Youth Roundtable After completing our recent Tri-County Brand Health Study, BGCBC took the findings a step further convening community leaders, educators, health systems, parents, law enforcement, and youth voices for our inaugural “United for Youth” Roundtable. Key highlights included:-Club Teens sharing first-hand experiences about the challenges—and opportunities—facing today’s teens.-Data-driven insights underscore the urgent need to address violence, ensure safe spaces, promote mental health awareness, and strengthen workforce and career readiness. The most powerful reminder came from our teens themselves: Marlee M., Nashon H., and Jakeclaude M. from our Leo Goodwin Foundation Teen Center. Their courage and passion motivated us all. We want to thank all our speakers and Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO), Florida Blue, Planned Growth, Lucet Health and our Board Chair, Pete Oldbury who moderated this important discussion. We look forward to continuing this momentum to ensure all have access to safety, support, and opportunity. Donate to the Mission 5 Years Rick Case Vocational Scholarship Empowering the next generation. Celebrating a legacy. 5 Years of Vocational Scholarships. Big thanks to the Rick Case Vocational Scholarship and the Case family for investing in our Club members’ futures! This opportunity helps our youth gain the skills and access the resources needed to pursue their passions and build meaningful careers. Join the Mission and Support the Rick Case Vocational Scholarship Annual Cattlemen/Cattlewoman VIP BBQ & Rodeo What a night! On Saturday, September 6th, Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County hosted our Annual Cattlemen/Cattlewomen VIP BBQ & Rodeo, proudly led by our Head Cattleman and Cattlewoman, “Alligators” Ron & Ali Bergeron. Thank you to our Cattlemen & Cattlewomen for making our Annual VIP BBQ & Rodeo a huge success! Together, we’re now 100 strong and counting, raising over $13 million to benefit the Davie Boys & Girls Clubs. A special thank you to the Weekley Family, Weekley Brothers Davie Pro Rodeo, and Troy & Danny Weekley for generously sponsoring this year’s Rodeo and helping us create such a memorable evening. Interested in becoming a Cattleman, Cattlewoman, or Cattlekid?Reach out to Amanda McCarthy, Director of Events at amccarthy@bgcbc.org to learn more! Michelle White – Trauma Informed Specialist Becoming a trauma-informed organization is a journey, not a destination. It requires ongoing continuous quality improvement to be responsive to the needs of young people, families and your community. Being trauma-informed means making a commitment to changing the practices, policies and culture of your entire organization. This process is completed over a series of phases: Building Readiness, Trauma-Aware, Trauma-Responsive and Trauma-Informed. We are so proud of our very own Michelle White for being recognized as a Trauma-Informed Specialist by Boys & Girls Clubs of America. Michelle’s dedication to creating safe, supportive spaces for our youth is inspiring to say the least. We can’t wait to see her continued impact at our Clubs. Shape Futures with Us Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) Career Day at Nan Knox Club The purpose of BSO’s Career Day “Operation Future” is to foster positive relationships between Club members and the Broward Sheriff’s Office. This event exposed Club members to real-world career pathways in public safety, law enforcement, and forensic science. Through interactive experiences and face-to-face engagement
Big News: Dolphins Camp, MODS & a Brand-New Teen Center!
Club Highlights Incoming: New Florence A. De George Teen Center We are honored and excited to share the great news that Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County has secured a $400,000 state appropriation to build a brand-new Teen Center at our Florence A. De George Club in Davie FL! We want to thank Senator Dr. Barbara Sharief and Representative Michael Gottlieb for their commitment to helping Broward’s youth and believing in their future. We appreciate you taking time to tour our Club and meet our Club members. This upcoming Teen Center will allow us to serve our youth ages 13-18 with the tools they need. With this investment, we’re able to continue to focus on our 4 pillars of impact: Academic Success Character & Leadership Health & Well-Being Life & Workforce Readiness We also want to say a huge thank you to our partners: TSE Consulting, and every supporter who contributes to help keep our mission going. Help Support Our Youth Development Organization Today! Carter’s X BGCA Cause Campaign Afterschool academic support helps kids stay on track throughout the school year, while fun and engaging summer programming combats summer learning loss in areas like math and reading. Help youth achieve academic success by donating at checkout at your local Carters Inc. Your donation will allow Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County to continue offering programs that inspire a love of learning in and out of the classroom. Learn More About The Initiative Manheim by Cox Automotive X BGCA Cause Campaign We’re proud to partner with Manheim by Cox Automotive as they kick off their annual fundraiser to support Boys & Girls Clubs across the country! Now through August 31, Manheim locations nationwide are rallying together to raise funds that directly support STEM programming at local Clubs—like Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. These programs spark curiosity, build critical thinking skills, and prepare young people for the careers of tomorrow. Thank you, Manheim, for helping to open doors and create brighter futures through the power of STEM! Join The Cause Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County at MODS This incredible new partnership will provide a safe and supportive environment, promote academic, social and emotional development and enhance a love for learning in an immersive museum setting that inspires curiosity, imagination and creativity. Our Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County at MODS “Fueling Great Futures Through STEM” program will engage youth from diverse backgrounds, foster a sense of belonging, provide mentorship and guidance and open doors to youth who might otherwise lack access to enriching experiences in a museum. We want to thank our generous supporters Wayne and Lucretia Weiner and UKG for their in-kind contributions. Their support is helping us fuel futures and shape tomorrow’s leaders. Read on About the Program Components 4-Session Entrepreneur Course Facilitated by Jonathan Fichman Congratulations to the Teen Club members at The Harry T. Mangurian Jr. Foundation Teen Center on completing our 4-session entrepreneurship course, facilitated by Jonathan Fichman. Over several weeks, our Teen Club members learned how to develop business ideas, create business plans, and deliver professional presentations. Then they had the chance to proudly showcased their final pitches to a panel of judges. All Club members received certificates of completion. The top three business presentations were awarded gift cards ranging from $50 to $100, and our first-place winner Avery B also received an iPad to support the launch of their business. We’re so proud of their hard work and can’t wait to see what they do. Visit www.bgcbc.org to learn more about us. BGCA Presents Dove Self Esteem Project We are so ecstatic that our Club members were a part of Boys & Girls Clubs of America presents Dove Self-Esteem Project event! Thank you to all our Lauderhill Club members and staff for helping make this happen. Watch the Recap Video Congrats, Chris Gentile! We’re thrilled to celebrate yet another proud moment for one of our very own, Chris Gentile, Co-CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County on his appointment to the Board of Directors for the Florida Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs. Chris has dedicated a decade to empowering our Broward County youth and strengthening our South Florida community far beyond our blue doors.Now, he’ll bring that same unwavering passion, vision, leadership and commitment to support Boys & Girls Clubs across the entire state of Florida! Congratulations, Chris, on this well-deserved recognition! We are so proud of you and the incredible work you continue to do. We can’t wait to see you shine throughout our great state. Florida “Club Kids” just gained another fierce advocate! Read More About His Significant Milestone Back-to-School Initiatives/ Events We are so thankful to the following individuals/companies who helped our Club members/Teens gear up for the new school year. Bradley Chubb – Back-to-School Bash at Lester H. White JCPenney – Back-to-School shopping experience in Broward Mall Manheim by Cox Automotive- Backpack & School Supplies Donations donated to Rita & Rick Case Club members Ed Morse – Shop-With-A-Cop (New kicks for some of our lucky Club members) Florida Blue- Back-to-School Event in Sunrise Your generous donation of backpacks, supplies, shoes and more, gets our youth ready to learn, dream and achieve. Thank you for helping us shape futures! Miami Dolphins: A Fun-Filled Day at Training Camp Our Marti Huizenga Club members were ecstatic to join Bradley Chubb and the Chubb Foundation for a memorable day in Miami Gardens. From a private tour of the facilities to sitting on the field (VIP style) for an up-close view of training camp, our youth had a blast! Special thanks to Bradley Chubb and Chubb Foundation for the continued support of our youth! Shape Futures With Us Summer M.O.S.T. Program Topgolf Fun with a Purpose! Our Summer M.O.S.T. program, powered by the Children’s Services Council of Broward County helps us take learning beyond the classroom with an exciting field trip to Topgolf! Through this real-world adventure, Club members sharpened focus, built teamwork, and had a blast—all while staying active
Club Highlights – August 2025
Club Highlights National Keystone Conference Our Teens had a blast at this year’s 58th National Keystone Conference in Chicago. We wrapped up the Charter year strong, with all our Clubs earning Silver Charters and 8 reaching Gold/Legacy status! We were proud to have two Club members participate in the fashion show and another two shine bright during the talent show. We can’t wait to see what our Teens and Club advisors achieve in the coming year. WATCH THE FUN Broward County Needs Club Kids Broward County needs Club kids. Club kids need you. Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County get kids future ready. It’s been proven that when kids have access to the right support, resources/tools and programs, they thrive. Club kids grow into leaders, innovators, and change-makers. Every kid deserves a safe place to learn, grow, and thrive. When you give, you’re investing in brighter futures and a stronger community. And together, we can create a generation of empowered and prepared leaders of tomorrow. READ MORE CEO of the Year Florida 2025 We are proud to announce that our Co-CEO, Chris Gentile has been honored with the “CEO of the Year Award” for Boys & Girls Clubs across the entire state of Florida! Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the Florida Area Council annually recognize outstanding leaders within their organization. Among the most prestigious honors is the CEO of the Year Award, presented to an executive who exemplifies exceptional leadership, service, and dedication to the Boys & Girls Club mission. This year Chris was honored with the Florida CEO of the Year Award, selected by peers and national leaders for their unwavering commitment to youth development, outstanding leadership of their local Club, and meaningful contributions to the broader Boys & Girls Club Movement across the state and nation. Nominees were evaluated based on their leadership within their organization, measurable service to the community, impact across the Boys & Girls Club Movement regionally and nationally, recognitions received, and a personal story that reflects their deep commitment to empowering young people to reach their full potential. This honor doesn’t just recognize a title—it celebrates the relentless commitment, bold vision, and deep compassion Chris brings to thousands of young lives across Broward County. We are proud. We are inspired. Congratulations on this recognition Chris! Best Buy Geek Squad We’re excited to have Best Buy Geek Squad for a 2-day event! Thank you for bringing engaging, hands-on technology experiences to our teens — including workshops on digital tools, tech basics, and even how to make beats and create music. This is a fun and creative way to expose our Club members to the power of technology and spark new interests in digital innovation. WATCH THE FEATURE ON WSVN-TV Children’s Services Council of Broward County (CSC) Visit We were thrilled to host CSC at our Lauderhill Club—giving them an inside look at the tools and resources we provide for our Club members and Teens. Thank you for giving the gift of literacy to our youth at multiple club sites. Our Club members were smiles when they received books to take home with them—sparking imagination, curiosity and a lifelong love of reading. For information regarding grants or our Family Strengthening Program, contact Angel Profit-Payne, Director of Grants Programs, Administration & Compliance at aprofit@bgcbc.org 10 Million Meals And Snacks Served For six decades, BGCBC has served 10 million meals and snacks to our youth in Broward County. Thanks to all of our board members, donors, staff and community partners who have been a part of our ongoing mission. We would like to extend our sincere thank you to the Florida Department of Health and the Florida Department of Agriculture for their support and partnership. KEEP OUR MISSION GOING JM Family Community Day As part of their summer internship program, JM Family organized a Community Day and selected Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County as their nonprofit partner for this year’s event! Each summer, JM Family hosts over 55 interns at their headquarters, along with several virtual interns across other locations. One intern is given the opportunity to lead the planning of a community-focused initiative. And this year we were lucky enough to be chosen to collaborate on a project centered around Children and Education. From a fun and engaging literacy activity and STEM project to interactive take-home projects for our youth, it was a great day to connect with JM Family, learn about their mission and have a little fun too! Bradley Chubb Football Clinic NFL star Bradley Chubb gave our local youth the opportunity of a lifetime at his football clinic — where passion, perseverance, and purpose came together on the field. From drills to mentorship, Bradley Chubb brought the heat and heart to the field with his football clinic. Thank you Chubb Foundation and the Miami Dolphins for hosting our Club members at Hard Rock Stadium. Let’s get involved with our youth together by visiting www.bgcbc.org Carver Ranches “All Aboard Our Cruise Party” Family Night Family night at our Carver Ranches Club was a night to remember. From indulging in different cultures to watching the incredible performances from our Club members, Carver Ranches was the place to be. Thank you to all of the parents and families that came out to support our Club members. WATCH VIDEO Debbie Wasserman Schultz Visits Rita & Rick Case Club Recently, we were honored and privileged to welcome Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz to the Rita & Rick Case Boys & Girls Club in Davie! As a longtime advocate for youth empowerment, education, and community development, Representative Wasserman Schultz, toured our facilities, engaged directly with Club members/Teens, and learned more about the incredible programs and resources available. Her visit brought inspiration, support, and encouragement to the entire Club/Teen Center! Her visit also serves as a powerful reminder of how public leaders and community organizations can work together to build brighter futures for the next generation. We are grateful for her continued support and for taking the time to listen, connect, and inspire our youth! WATCH VIDEO Jakeclaude Recognition
