


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...
Braxton’s Story
Braxton* is a fourth grader attending the Westside Club in St. Paul. At the beginning of 2022, he was assessed to be four grades behind academically. The club staff connected with his parents and were able to create a support plan for Braxton. The club staff invested...
Maya’s Story
Maya* has been coming to the Clubs for over 7 years. When she first became a member, she was very timid and shy. This past year, she had the opportunity to create a podcast with several other members. At first, she was nervous to share and speak in front of groups...
Thomas’ Story
Third grader Thomas* attends the Little Earth Club in South Minneapolis. When Thomas first started attending the Club the summer after 1st grade, he didn’t know the alphabet and letter sounds after spending that year learning remotely due to the pandemic. After...Page 1 of 3