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.
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:
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.
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.
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.
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About the Miami Herald Wish Book Campaign
For 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.
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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.
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About the Miami Herald Wish Book Campaign
For 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.
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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’!
Fifth Third Bank Financial
E-bus Visit
Our Club members over at our Rita & Rick Case Club & The Harry T. Mangurian Jr. Foundation Teen Center had an absolute blast with the team from Fifth Third Bank last week!
They got to tour the famed E-Bus and learn all about financial literacy – from budgeting and smart earning to building strong credit. It was such a fun, hands-on experience that taught them valuable skills to help set them up for a brighter financial future!
Thank you so much to our Board Chair, Peter Oldbury and his dynamic team, for continuing to uplift and empower our youth!
Cosmetology Graduation
Celebrating the next generation of beauty professionals was a blast!
Congrats to our Club ‘kids’ turned cosmetology graduates! We know you’re stepping into the future with confidence, creativity and ready to beautify one client after another.
World Emblem X Whips Miami Holiday Toy Drive
Holiday cheer was in full swing this season at our Nan Knox Club!
We were lucky & proud to have Whips Miami/World Emblem give back to our Nan Knox Club during the holiday season!
A big thank you to the awesome Whips Miami/World Emblem teams for making spirits bright & wrapping up the season with extra joy. We can’t thank you enough for the generous toys and brining extra laughter, smiles and happiness to our youth!
Dr. Nikkie Pryce- Annual Give Back Day
Around the holidays, Dr. Nikkie Pryce hosted her Annual Give Back Day at our Marti Huizenga Club, serving over 200 children with toys, warm lunches, and personal development workshops. This was such a powerful day, and none of it would have been possible without the incredible team and sponsors who volunteered their time.
Thank you to the City of Hollywood, Josh Levy , and Commissioner Kevin Biederman for joining us and granting a proclamation. We are excited to announce that December 22nd is officially Dr. Nikkie Pryce Day in Hollywood, FL, dedicated to giving back to youth and empowering women with resources that strengthen our community.
Thank you to our sponsors and partners- especially Dr. Nikkie Pryce, Elite Realty Partners, Inc, AVION Sports Rehab and Physical Therapy, Abiligal Pierre-Louis, the workshop facilitators and speakers: Tenisha Williams, Darrell Williams, Jackie Vernon Thompson, Coach Pearson and Daniel Bell for hosting an amazing pickleball session.
Rick Case VW Holiday
Bike Drive
Some of our club ‘kids’ were treated to a holiday surprise at Rick Case Volkswagen in Davie.
As part of the Rick Case Bikes for Kids program, several of our members were given a gently used bicycle donated by the community to keep as their very own.
We can’t thank Rita Case and everyone at Rick Case VW enough for offering our youth a sense of freedom, independence, and responsibility around the holiday season.
Years of Service Dinner: Celebrating Staff & Board Members
We are deeply grateful to our Staff and Board Members for another year of dedicated service. Their commitment and leadership make our mission possible and our impact stronger.
We also honor the life and legacy of Harold “Hackie” Reitman, M.D., whose compassion and care touched the lives of so many young people. His dedication to uplifting youth will never be forgotten. What a night!
New Year Motivation with Walter Bond
Motivation unlocked, thanks to the incredible Walter Bond and Antoinette Bond who stopped by our monthly staff meeting at our Rita & Rick Case Club to champion for our us and our Club ‘kids.’
Thank you, Walter, for inspiring our staff to dream bigger, lead stronger and continue empowering/uplifting our youth to be all that they can be.
Coke Florida, Santa And a Pizza Party!
Our Carver Ranches Club members were beyond excited to enjoy a fun pizza party, a special surprise visit from Santa, and plenty of gifts that brought smiles all around. The joy, laughter, and holiday cheer filled the room from start to finish.
A huge thank you to Coke Florida for making this wonderful experience possible and helping create such a memorable moment for our club members!
Muffins with the Mayor: Holiday Edition
We want to give a heartfelt thank you to Mayor Felicia A. Brunson and Commissioner Brandon Smith for all you do for our community in West Park, FL and beyond. We appreciate you for having this special toy and bike giveaway for our Club members at our Carver Ranches Club. Your “Muffins with the Mayor – Holiday Edition” was such a joyful moment for all of them.
Role Models Who Inspire: Arthur Keiser
When dynamic leaders lead by example, young minds are shaped!
Through our “Role Models Who Inspire” program, we are honored to welcome and thank Arthur Keiser, Co-Founder & Chancellor of Keiser University, for spending time enlightening our Teens at our Fred DeLuca Teen Center.
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!
Delanie C.- A Future Re-Imagined
Hear about Marti Huizenga Club Member, Delanie’s journey at the club and how her experience has paved the path she’s on today.
Role Models Who Inspire: George LeMieux
We are excited to highlight Senator George LeMieux for being a part of our “Role Models Who Inspire” series at our Leo Goodwin Foundation Teen Center. His journey from growing up in Florida to serving in the U.S. Senate reminded our teens that their paths can be bigger than what they see today. His message reinforced what we encourage our Club and Teen members:
- Your potential isn’t defined by circumstance
- Your voice and leadership matter
- You can shape your community and your country
Thank you, Senator LeMieux and our dedicated Board Member Thomas Godart for creating this opportunity.
Staff Holiday Party
As we wrapped up the year, we came together to celebrate what truly makes our organization strong–our people.
To our incredible staff: thank you for your dedication, teamwork, and commitment throughout the year. Your hard work and passion make a difference every day, and we are truly grateful for all that you do.
A special thank you as well to our generous sponsors, donors, board members and supporters who helped make our holiday lunch so special ranging from amazing gifts, to donations to experiences for our staff to enjoy. Your continued support means more to us than words can express.
We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished together and look forward to another meaningful year ahead.
The Westin Fort Lauderdale
Jersey Mike’s Subs
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
Hooters of America
The Cove Waterfront Bar & Grill
Christy Hierholzer
Larrys Limo
Myra’s Cake Craze
Leah Castello
Round Up with Walmart
January Work Anniversaries
Please join us to congratulate our Boys and Girls Clubs of Broward County January Work Anniversaries! These individuals have shown dedication, disposition, and passion in all they do for BGCBC. Thank you, Happy Anniversary!
Kerry Becker
Shaping Futures
since 1996
Marsha Williams
Shaping Futures
since 2007
Nicole Carter
Shaping Futures
since 2023
Manuel Casas
Shaping Futures
since 2023
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