Our Mission
The Boys & Girls Club is more than a place, it is a "movement" to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
By reaching children at an early age and providing positive activities and encouragement, our Club provides a compelling alternative to youth crime, gang membership, drugs, and other negative influences that effect our youth today.
Our Club programs promote the development of young people by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, influence and belonging. When this strategy is fully implemented, self-esteem is enhanced and an environment is created which helps our members achieve their full potential. Additionally, our members learn to:
* Enjoy their interests
* Nurture their talents
* Dissolve their prejudices
* Express their personality
* Develop friendships
* Build self esteem
* Contribute to society
* Achieve personal success
CONGRATULATIONS AMY
Academic success is a key priority for Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA) and with partners like University of Phoenix, youth are receiving education opportunities to help them graduate from high school and prepare for college. However, many adults long for additional education opportunities and Boys & Girls Club staff, parents and alumni like Amy Jahn deTorrez are getting that chance.
Amy de Torrez was one of 20 recipients nationwide to receive a full-tuition scholarship from BGCA and University of Phoenix to complete an undergraduate or master's degree. More than 200 Boys & Girls Club staff, parents and alumni applied for the scholarship opportunity.
"Serving youth is the number one priority here at BGCA, and it's great to see such a wonderful opportunity for the staff, parents and alumni that are so devoted to our young people," said Judith J. Pickens, senior vice president for BGCA's Program & Youth Development Services. "Thanks to the support of University of Phoenix, we are able to reward these people for all their hard work and dedication to our movement."
Amy Jahn deTorrez, a Boys & Girls Club of Allentown staff member, is the Community School Director at McKinley Elementary School. She plans to pursue her Masters in Elementary Education. Her hope is to use this degree to continue working with children and young people.
"I am honored and so thankful to the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and the University of Phoenix for providing me with this opportunity to further my education. My sincere hope is that the knowledge and skills that I obtain through earning my Masters in Education will help me to better serve my community, the students and families at McKinley Community School and the Boys & Girls Club of Allentown."
SWING INTO SPRING
The 27th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament will be held on Monday, May 7, 2012 at Silver Creek Country Club. BGCA Board member, Rusty Seyle is chairing the Golf Committee this year. The committee is in full swing planning a fun-filled day. Our golf outing is one of two major fundraisers BGCA holds during the year. Proceeds support the many programs and services for our youth at our seven Clubhouses.
You can get involved in several ways. Tournament Sponsor at $4,000, Dinner Sponsor at $2,000; Beverage Sponsor at $2,000; Golf Cart Sponsor; Lunch Sponsor; Platinum Sponsor at $1,600; Putting Green Sponsor at $1,000; Driving Range Sponsor at $1,000; Hole Sponsor at $250; and Sponsor a Child for $100. You could also organize a foursome to play golf or we could add you to a group for $200 per golfer. The day includes a box lunch, golf fees, a buffet dinner and many great awards and prizes. PLEASE JOIN US! Call 610-432-9944 for more information.
Billboard for Rent
The Boys & Girls Club of Allentown has a billboard located at 641 N. Seventh St., Allentown, PA for rent on the rooftop of our Teen Center. This is a prime location. The dimension estimate is 12x48 ft. If you are interested or have any questions, please call 610 432-9944, ext. 34.
Rentals
The Boys & Girls Club of Allentown, Sixth Street Facility, located at 720 N. Sixth St., Allentown, PA is accepting requests to rent the gymnasium and/or the pool and locker rooms. A certificate of insurance is required identifying the Boys & Girls Club of Allentown as an additional insured for the day of the rental.
Call 610 432-9944 ext. 31 for details.
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