{"id":40929,"date":"2026-01-16T10:31:35","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T17:31:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/?p=40929"},"modified":"2026-01-23T09:18:20","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T16:18:20","slug":"meaningful-ways-to-celebrate-mlk-day-with-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/about\/news\/meaningful-ways-to-celebrate-mlk-day-with-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Meaningful Ways to Celebrate MLK Day with Kids \u2013 And How Boys &#038; Girls Clubs Builds Future Leaders"},"content":{"rendered":"<p aria-level=\"4\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why MLK Day Matters for Kids<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:279,&quot;335559739&quot;:279,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Martin Luther King Jr.\u00a0wasn\u2019t\u00a0just a leader\u2014he was a dreamer who believed in fairness, kindness, and the power of community. His words and actions still inspire millions today, reminding us that\u00a0<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cThe time is always right to do what is right.\u201d<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:210,&quot;335559739&quot;:210,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For kids, MLK Day is more than a day off school\u2014it\u2019s\u00a0a chance to learn what those values mean in everyday life. At Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, we bring Dr. King\u2019s message to life through programs that teach service, leadership, and respect for others.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:210,&quot;335559739&quot;:210,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Looking for meaningful ways to celebrate MLK Day with your kids? Here are some ideas to make the day impactful\u2014and how our Clubs help kids live these values all year long.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:210,&quot;335559739&quot;:210,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fun &amp; Meaningful Activities for Kids on MLK Day\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:279,&quot;335559739&quot;:279,&quot;335559740&quot;:300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Looking for ways to make MLK Day more than just a day off? Here are some simple, impactful ideas to help kids learn about Dr. King\u2019s legacy while having fun:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:210,&quot;335559739&quot;:210,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Volunteer Together<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Spend time giving back as a family! Make care packages for those in need or write thank-you notes to community helpers like firefighters, teachers, and healthcare workers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:210,&quot;335559739&quot;:210,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Read &amp; Reflect<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Books are\u00a0a great way\u00a0to introduce kids to the heroes of the Civil Rights Movement. A few favorites:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:210,&quot;335559739&quot;:210,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Martin\u2019s Big Words: The Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0by Doreen Rappaport<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134233279&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Youngest Marcher<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0by Cynthia Levinson<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134233279&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">I Have a Dream<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0by Martin Luther King Jr.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134233279&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rosa<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0by Nikki Giovanni<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134233279&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Create Art for Change<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Grab\u00a0some markers\u00a0and poster board! Encourage kids to design art that celebrates kindness, equality, and leadership\u2014values Dr. King stood for.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:210,&quot;335559739&quot;:210,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Attend Local Events<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Celebrate with your community! Join the\u00a0Denver Marade, look for family-friendly service opportunities, or check out the\u00a0MLK Jr. American Heritage Rodeo\u00a0at the National Western Stock Show.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:210,&quot;335559739&quot;:210,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These activities help kids understand that leadership and service start with small actions\u2014and\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0fun ways to honor Dr. King\u2019s dream together.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:210,&quot;335559739&quot;:210,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">How Boys &amp; Girls Clubs Teach Leadership Every Day\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:279,&quot;335559739&quot;:279,&quot;335559740&quot;:300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, leadership\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0just a lesson\u2014it\u2019s\u00a0a way of life. Every day, we help kids discover their\u00a0voices, build confidence, and learn how to make a positive impact in their communities. Through hands-on projects, service opportunities, and mentorship, Club members grow into leaders who care about others and believe in themselves.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here\u2019s\u00a0how we do it:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Torch Club (Ages 11\u201313)<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Middle schoolers learn the power of teamwork and service through small-group projects that build character and leadership skills during these formative years.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keystone Club (Ages 14\u201318)<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Teens take leadership to the next level\u2014planning service-learning projects, fundraising, and advocating for causes that matter to them.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Youth of the Year (Ages 10\u201318)<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our premier leadership program helps members develop communication skills and confidence through essays, interviews, and advocacy. Winners can advance to city, state, and even national competitions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These programs turn big dreams into real opportunities. They teach responsibility, empathy, and courage\u2014the same values Dr. King championed.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Take Allison, a vibrant 5th grader at the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/clubs\/denver-broncos\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Denver Broncos Club<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in Montbello. As Torch Club President,\u00a0she\u2019s\u00a0already making a difference. When we asked her what she loves most, she said:\u00a0<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cThe best part of being President is everything. It is so fun! We do activities and create fundraisers for kids.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Leadership starts here\u2014and it lasts a lifetime.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40942\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40942\" style=\"width: 225px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40942 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Allison-10-Broncos-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"Image of Allison in a Boys &amp; Girls Club of Metro Denver shirt\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Allison-10-Broncos-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Allison-10-Broncos-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Allison-10-Broncos-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Allison-10-Broncos-9x12.jpg 9w, https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Allison-10-Broncos.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40942\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Allison<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why This Matters: Building Future Leaders<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:true,&quot;134245529&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:279,&quot;335559739&quot;:279,&quot;335559740&quot;:300}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">At Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Metro Denver, we believe every young person deserves a place where they feel safe, supported, and encouraged to explore who they are. Our Clubs are where confidence grows, where curiosity is celebrated, and where tomorrow\u2019s leaders take their first steps.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40943\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40943\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40943 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1-300x300.png\" alt=\"Image of Ray Ray, standing and smiling in front of a blue Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Metro Denver wall\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1-12x12.png 12w, https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1-375x375.png 375w, https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/1.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40943\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ray Ray<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Just ask Ray\u00a0Ray. She first walked into the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/clubs\/denver-broncos\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Denver Broncos\u00a0Club<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in\u00a0Montbello\u00a0as\u00a0a curious\u2014and very energetic\u20145\u2011year\u2011old.\u00a0<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cI was a walking question mark \u2013 loud, curious, and impossible to keep from getting into things,<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201d she remembers with a laugh.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What she found at the Club was a community of caring adults who saw her potential long before she saw\u00a0it in\u00a0herself. Staff members nurtured her creativity, helped her direct her energy into leadership, and encouraged her to use her voice.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">That support shaped her future in ways she never expected. In 2023, Ray\u00a0Ray\u00a0was named\u00a0Club, City, and Colorado\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/programs\/character-leadership\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Youth of the Year<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2014an honor reserved for young people who embody strong character, academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to service.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <span class=\"TextRun SCXW3240666 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeRest CommentHighlightRest SCXW3240666 BCX8\">Her commitment to creating positive change extended beyond the Club, too; she helped lead a March for Peace in Montbello, using her voice to bring the community together.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Now in her 20s, Ray\u00a0Ray\u00a0still carries the lessons she learned at the Club.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cI\u2019m currently exploring my next steps as I look at what schools to transfer to for my bachelor&#8217;s degree to start my career and pursue a new dream,\u201d<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0she shared.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Her journey is proof of what happens when kids are surrounded by mentors who believe in them.\u00a0It\u2019s\u00a0why our character and leadership programs matter\u2014and why Dr. King\u2019s legacy of courage, service, and hope continues to live on through the young leaders in our Clubs today.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"4\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Call to Action: Give Your Child a Place to Lead &amp; Grow\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0looking for after-school and summer programs in Denver that help kids build confidence, develop leadership skills, and feel supported by caring mentors, Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Metro Denver is the perfect place to start.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">From kindergarten through high school, our Clubs support kids during the critical hours when\u00a0they\u2019re\u00a0not in school. Every day, our Clubs offer a safe, welcoming space where young people can explore their interests, get academic support, build friendships, and grow into leaders\u2014just like the inspiring young people\u00a0you\u2019ve\u00a0met in this story. From character and leadership programs to hands\u2011on learning and fun activities,\u00a0we\u2019re\u00a0here to help every child thrive.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you want your child to be part of a community that believes in their future, we invite you to\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/clubs\/\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">register for Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of Metro Denver<\/span><\/b><\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">today.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Spots fill quickly\u2014sign up now to reserve a place\u00a0<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/find-your-club\/\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">at your local Club<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">!<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;134245418&quot;:false,&quot;134245529&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW78844765 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/bgcdenvermch.my.site.com\/portal\/s\/login-home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW78844765 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW78844765 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Register Here!<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why MLK Day Matters for Kids\u00a0 Martin Luther King Jr.\u00a0wasn\u2019t\u00a0just a leader\u2014he was a dreamer who believed in fairness, kindness, and the power of community. His words and actions still inspire millions today, reminding us that\u00a0\u201cThe time is always right to do what is right.\u201d\u00a0 For kids, MLK Day is more than a day off [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":31,"featured_media":40950,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","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":"https:\/\/images.unsplash.com\/photo-1597704097219-0f6a59def63d?crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&fit=max&fm=jpg&ixid=M3wxMjA3fDB8MXxzZWFyY2h8Mnx8TWFydGluJTIwTHV0aGVyJTIwS2luZyUyMEpyLnxlbnwwfHx8fDE3Njg1ODQ1NDJ8Mg&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&q=80&w=1200","fifu_image_alt":"Image of Martin Luther King Jr.","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[2,3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-40929","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","category-kid-stories"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40929","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\/31"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=40929"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40929\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":40951,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/40929\/revisions\/40951"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/40950"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=40929"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=40929"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bgcmd.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=40929"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}