Boys and Girls Club of Broward County May Club Highlights

MAY CLUB HIGHLIGHTS

20th Anniversary
Generals 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 General
JA&M Developing, LLC – Annie Mecias-Murphy

5 Star Generals
AA 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 Family
Gary Wendt

Associate Generals
All Atlantic Benefits – John Tolan, Brandon Kress,
Veronica Ferrari
Empire Lighting Resources – Bob Caggiano
FPL – Sean October
Verizon Business – Vincent Peragin

Associate Generals
Action 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!

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.

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.

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!

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!

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.

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 members we serve each and every day.

Marathon Check Presentation

Marathon’s generosity goes far beyond just the day itself. Their partnership helps fuels our mission. Big thanks to our friends over at Marathon for this gracious donation and their continued commitment to us and our Ranch Roam event! We are looking forward to putting on yet another spectacular Ranch Roam celebrating 30 years, thanks to incredible partners like you!

Springing Into Health with Florida Blue

We loved being part of “Spring Into Health” with our friends over at Florida Blue! We had the opportunity to join our community to celebrate wellness, healthy habits and resources to help us and our Clubs thrive. Events like this remind us how powerful partnerships can be when it comes to supporting mind, body and future!

Huge thanks to Florida Blue and our Board Member Sara Noureddine for supporting our mission.

Thank you, Christy and Larry Hierhozler!

A huge thank you to Christy and Larry Hierholzer for their continuous support of our Broward County Teens and their incredible commitment. Because of their generosity, the all-new Hierholzer Teen Center is a safe haven where our teens can grow, learn, and feel supported every single day.

Their impact will be felt for generations to come.

Club Alumni We Want To Hear From You

Are you a Club Alumni? We want to hear how being a BGCBC member impacted your life.

GenYOU: Join Our Exclusive Blue Network!

Please join us on Thursday, June 18 for yet another impactful GenYOU Connection Event.

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Where: The Wharf Fort Lauderdale
20 W Las Olas Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Attendees can look forward to meaningful conversations, professional insights, and exploring opportunities/resources to further expand their networks in a collaborative environment!

This event is open to current and future GenYOU members.

Contact genyou@bgcbc.org for more information

May Work Anniversaries

Please join us to congratulate our Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County May Work Anniversaries! These individuals have shown dedication, disposition, and passion in all they do for BGCBC.
Thank you, Happy Anniversary!