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2024 Youth of the Year Candidates
As the new year begins, we are getting excited to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of Club teens by recognizing the Youth of the Year. Club members who earn the Youth of the Year title embody the values of leadership service; academic excellence; and healthy...
Southside Red Bears – Give in Gratitude
At Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities, we have heard it loud and clear that youth are grateful for BGCTC sports programs. Participation in sports not only contributes to physical well-being but also fosters qualities such as commitment, respect,...
Michael’s Story – Give in Gratitude
Earlier this year, thanks to generous support from Best Buy, BGCTC was the fortunate recipient of a brand-new Best Buy Teen Tech Center (BBTTC) that was implemented in partnership with Richfield Public Schools at our Richfield Middle School Club Site....
Ezekiel’s Story- Give in Gratitude
BGCTC goes beyond serving youth, providing wraparound support to families. *Ezekiel is a fourth-grader attending Centennial Elementary Boys & Girls Club in Richfield. Afterschool support has been an important resource while his mother works. Our dedicated staff...
Easton’s Story- Give in Gratitude
Being part of the Club family doesn’t stop at graduation. BGCTC supports Club alumni as they move forward with their lives and careers. This is what *Easton, an East Side Club alumni, has to say when reflecting on his time at the Club: “Hi! My name is Easton, my...
Ronin’s Story- Give in Gratitude
When *Ronin first stepped in the Notes4Notes (N4N) studio at the Al Lenzmeier West Side Club, he was quiet and reserved. Over time, he began to open up and gain confidence in the recording booth. Soon he was in the studio every single day singing, rapping, and...
BGCTC Welcomes New Board Chair, Chad Jackson!
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities is excited to announce Chad Jackson as our new board chair! As we push forward on a strong growth trajectory, grounded by a North Star goal of "all members on track for a successful future beyond high school graduation", the...
Staying Connected for Great Futures
Club alumni are the leaders, innovators, and change-makers who grew up in the Club, sharing a passion for supporting the next generation of Club kids. Through intentional, continuous, and open engagement, we connect alumni and youth to their peers, resources, and...
Back to School with KJ Osborn – Fall 2023 Newsletter
On Friday, September 8, Minnesota Vikings player KJ Osborn hosted a Back to School Day at BGCTC’s Jerry Gamble Club where over 100 Club members had the opportunity to choose their favorite backpack and fill it with school supplies, books, and fun extra items like MN...
Career Exploration with Corporate Partners – Fall 2023 Newsletter
Teens from BGCTC’s Mt. Airy and East Side Clubs visited the Carmeuse plant in Savage, MN on August 3 to learn about their company operations and manufacturing processes. Carmeuse is a global manufacturer of lime and limestone products used in a variety of...