{"id":40214,"date":"2025-04-09T09:09:10","date_gmt":"2025-04-09T15:09:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/?p=40214"},"modified":"2025-04-09T09:09:12","modified_gmt":"2025-04-09T15:09:12","slug":"boys-girls-clubs-of-metro-denver-announces-suncor-energy-u-s-a-as-presenting-sponsor-of-2025-gala-grow-here","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/about\/news\/boys-girls-clubs-of-metro-denver-announces-suncor-energy-u-s-a-as-presenting-sponsor-of-2025-gala-grow-here\/","title":{"rendered":"Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver Announces Suncor Energy U.S.A. as Presenting Sponsor of 2025 Gala: Grow Here"},"content":{"rendered":"
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver Media Contact: <\/span><\/b>
\n<\/span>Suzanne Whitney, Director of Marketing & Communications\u202f<\/span>
\n<\/span>303-446-6798 | <\/span>suzannew@bgcmd.org<\/span><\/b><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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April 9, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver Announces Suncor Energy U.S.A. as Presenting Sponsor of 2025 Gala: Grow Here<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

On <\/span>May 3<\/span>, hundreds of supporters will celebrate and raise funds for the exceptional kids and teens of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>

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Denver, CO (April 9, 2025) <\/span><\/b>\u2013<\/span>Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver is excited to announce the return of Suncor Energy U.S.A. as the presenting sponsor of the 2025 Gala: Grow Here, taking place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Denver! This annual celebration invites community members to experience the incredible journeys of the young leaders who attend the Clubs and witness firsthand how they have flourished with the support of our community.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Grow Here is a tribute to the growth and transformation of our Club kids, illustrating the impact of a nurturing and empowering environment. Guests will be inspired by the heartfelt stories of Youth of the Year winners, enjoy an elegant three-course meal, and participate in an exciting silent auction featuring exclusive experiences and travel packages. The evening will conclude with a vibrant silent disco, making it a night to remember.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As the presenting sponsor, Suncor remains steadfast in its dedication to supporting Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver\u2019s mission of providing safe, enriching spaces that empower young people to achieve their greatest potential. With a partnership spanning nearly two decades, Suncor has contributed over $5 million toward the success of Denver\u2019s youth, including serving as the Clubhouse Champion Sponsor of the Suncor Boys & Girls Club. Suncor\u2019s continued support ensures that thousands of kids and teens across Metro Denver have the opportunities, relationships, and resources they need to grow into future leaders and changemakers.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\"We are incredibly grateful for Suncor\u2019s unwavering commitment to our Club kids and our mission,\u201d <\/strong>said Erin Porteous, Chief Executive Officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver. \"Suncor\u2019s sponsorship of this vital fundraising event provides Denver\u2019s youth with the resources and support they need to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential. We look forward to an inspiring evening celebrating our Club members and the impact of our community.\"\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Suncor is proud to continue our partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver as the presenting sponsor of the 2025 Gala,\" <\/strong>said Brian Suchand, General Manager Operations, USA, at Suncor. \u201cThrough our long-standing collaboration, we have witnessed the transformative impact of the Clubs on tens of thousands of young lives. We are honored to play a role in fostering a future where every child has the opportunity to grow and succeed.\u201d\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver is one of the largest youth-serving organizations in Colorado, reaching more than 40,000 kids and teens each year at 27 Club sites. The Clubs provide critical resources for working families, create life-changing opportunities, and offer access to essential programs that help kids and teens succeed academically, emotionally, and socially. From STEM education and career exploration to mental health support and social-emotional learning, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver equips young people with the tools they need to build great futures.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For more information about Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver\u2019s 2025 Gala: Grow Here, presented by Suncor visit <\/span>www.bgcmd.org\/gala<\/span><\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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About Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver changes lives. From the first day of kindergarten through high school graduation, we help kids succeed in school, develop good character and citizenship, and live healthy lives. At 27 neighborhood Clubs and our summer camp in Ward, CO, we provide our members with safe, supportive, fun, and enriching environments that inspire and empower them to achieve their greatest potential.\u202f\u202f\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

About Suncor Energy U.S.A.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Suncor Energy (U.S.A.) Inc. owns and operates the Commerce City Refinery which employs more than 500 Coloradans. The refinery processes approximately 98,000 barrels per day, providing fuel and petroleum products for Coloradans and contributing $2.5 billion to Colorado\u2019s economy annually. Suncor is active in the community which is reflected in the many local investments that have a positive local impact. For more information, visit www.suncor.com\/Colorado.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE\u00a0 Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver Media Contact: Suzanne Whitney, Director of Marketing & Communications\u202f 303-446-6798 | suzannew@bgcmd.org\u00a0   April 9, 2025 Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver Announces Suncor Energy U.S.A. as Presenting Sponsor of 2025 Gala: Grow Here\u00a0 On May 3, hundreds of supporters will celebrate and raise […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":40219,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"default","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"default","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"fifu_image_url":"","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-40214","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-press-release"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40214","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/14"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=40214"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40214\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":40220,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40214\/revisions\/40220"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/40219"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=40214"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=40214"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=40214"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}