Janis Whalen Club Director at Suncor Boys & Girls Club Janis’ journey with Boys & Girls Clubs began at just six years old when she first walked through the doors of her local Club in southwest Missouri. From that moment on, the Club became a place of growth, opportunity, and support. Today, Janis carries that
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This Women’s History Month, we are reflecting on three influential women of Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s history: our organization’s female founders. The first Boys & Girls Club (formerly known as the Boys Clubs of America) was founded in 1860 in Hartford Connecticut by three women Elizabeth Hammersley, Mary Goodwin, and Alice Goodwin. These
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March 8 marks International Women’s Day, a global observance dedicated to honoring women’s accomplishments, raising awareness of gender discrimination, and advocating for gender equality. At Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, we are proud to have dedicated and inspiring women on our team who empower our Club members daily. As we celebrate this special
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Big congratulations to our incredible Club-level Youth of the Year winners! At Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, young leaders step up to shine in the annual Youth of the Year competition across three age categories: 10-13, 14-15 (Juniors), and 16-18 (Seniors). Today, we’re celebrating the inspiring Club-level winners who have shown outstanding leadership,
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A Legacy of Community Engagement When RJ McArthur first stepped onto the mat for Arthur E. Johnson Boys Club wrestling team as a young teenager, he was simply looking for a place to wrestle and stay out of trouble. Little did he know, this introduction would spark a lifelong connection that would come full circle
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Fall registration is now open for the 2026-2027 school year. A fun, safe place after school—where kids build friendships, stay active, and feel like they belong. Click here to join the Club!
