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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We are proud to share our Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Report with you, a testament to our collective commitment to creating a brighter future for kids and teens in Metro Denver. This past year, we expanded our reach by opening four new Boys & Girls Clubs bringing our total to 27 Clubs, reaching over 40,000 kids
