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Gratitude for Volunteers – Meet Hunter!
What keeps you showing up? I think that the thing that keeps me showing up is the ability to foster community and make an impact. Growing up I was in a community that was missing a central space where kids could be heard and make an impact and contributing to that...
Gratitude for Staff – Meet Mr. O
Meet Olutimilehin Olusanya, “Mr. O” Career Pathways Facilitator at Jerry Gamble Boys & Girls Club What is your “why”? I do this work because I truly enjoy working with young people. I am a Boys & Girls Club Alum and want to offer support to youth to better...
The Premiere of Indigenous State of Mind: A Mental Health Awareness Film
On November 21, the Little Earth Boys & Girls Club premiered Indigenous State of Mind: A Mental Health Awareness Film, a powerful short film created by Club members and staff. The film sheds light on the importance of mental health awareness, amplifies the voices...
Gratitude through Journaling
Nicole Pacini, a Northside community member and small business owner, is making a meaningful impact on the lives of youth at the John W. Hardeman III Club. With a passion for mindfulness and creative writing, Nicole designed journals with thoughtful writing prompts...
Gaohli’s Story – Give in Gratitude
Gaohli is a Club alumna from East Side and is now a contract photographer for the Clubs! What inspired you to pursue photography? My dad inspired me to pursue photography. He took photos as a hobby growing up. I liked watching him and seeing the photos he took. How...
Amerin’s Success Story
Amerin Chamberlin is a recent graduate and Club Alum of Little Earth Club. We recently had the amazing opportunity to catch up with Amerin to hear about his exciting work at the Little Earth Club while pursuing a degree in teaching. Could you tell us a bit about...
Expanding Academic Success!
Over the last year, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities (BGCTC) has expanded significantly, adding three new Club locations: the John W. Hardeman III Club in North Minneapolis, Elk River Club, and the year-round expansion of our Voyageur Environmental Club in...
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!
National Hispanic Heritage Month is an annual celebration that takes place from September 15 to October 15, recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. BGCTC encourages everyone to...
Inspiring the Next Generation of Innovators Through STEAM
This year, in partnership with the Minnesota Timberwolves, BGCTC had the amazing opportunity to implement a newly refreshed STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, & Mathematics) Lab space at our Jerry Gamble Club site. The upgrade enhances STEAM...
A Summer of Literacy Success at Southside Village Club!
This year BGCTC partnered with Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) to bring additional literacy support to several of our Clubs. One of these dedicated educators, Michelle—who is also a proud Club alum—was thrilled to return and contribute to the opportunities that...