Great Futures Start Here!
From engaging educational programs to fun-filled recreational activities, there is always something exciting happening within our walls. We are busier than ever working towards our mission of empowering young minds and building great futures. Your generosity and dedication continue to be the cornerstone of our organization, allowing us to make a lasting impact on the lives of countless children and teens in our community. Thank you for all that you do.
With gratitude,
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Dr. Charles A. Wallace II, CEO
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Whether you’re a professional chef or you cook for a hobby, we need you! Sign up for Let’s Get Cookin’, Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the Showboat Resort, and help us raise funds for the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City.
Please help us get to our goal of 100 Amateur and Professional Chefs. We are working on our cookbook and we need chefs and recipes no later than April 8, so please commit today.
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The Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. Your donation is tax deductible to the full extent of the law. | |
Help us create a special Easter holiday for our kids. We are seeking donations of Easter eggs filled with candy for our upcoming celebrations. If you can help, please contact Meredith Godfrey at mgodfrey@acbgc.org or (609) 347-2697. Donations also may be dropped off directly at any of our club locations. Thank you! | |
In Smart Moves, Chelsea Club members learned about different techniques to use to handle stress. They had fun making calming jars. | |
Drexel Club members had a great time making bubble snakes in STEAM! | |
Chelsea Club members had fun designing their own sneakers and making butterfly chalk art! | |
Drexel Club kids were challenged to blow up a balloon without blowing into it. Challenge accepted-and met! Great job! | |
Board member Rona Kaplan told us that she learned something new while she was helping our members with their homework. We are excited to welcome Rona every Thursday at Drexel Club! | |
You’re invited to the 5th Annual STEAM Expo on Wed., March 27, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club, 215 N. Sovereign Avenue, Atlantic City. The STEAM Expo will feature interactive demonstrations and talks by Boys & Girls Club members who have been working in the club’s STEAM program. Projects will include Lego building adventures, robot coding, hydraulics, and more. RSVP at https://www.acbgc.org/steamfair/. | |
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Sharon D'Angio
Director of Resource Development
sdangio@acbgc.org
(609) 347-2697, ext. 105
Meredith Godfrey
Resource Development & Community Liaison Coordinator
mgodfrey@acbgc.org
(609) 347-2697, ext. 109
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A Message from Our
Resource Development Team
Meredith and I are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of young people in our community. We have the incredible privilege of connecting caring individuals and organizations with opportunities to support our vital programs and services. If you would like to help, please reach out. Together, we can empower youth, provide essential resources, and create brighter futures.
With gratitude,
Sharon D'Angio
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We're looking forward to a great year of special events in 2024. Mark your calendars for these dates, and stay tuned for more announcements! | |
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Let's Get Cookin', Tuesday, May 21, 2024, Showboat Resort, Atlantic City
2nd Annual June Madness Basketball Tournament Weekend, June 7-9, 2024, Evolution Arena, Teen Center, 317 Pennsylvania Ave., Atlantic City
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Pairing Party, Sunday, September 22, 2024, Atlantic City Country Club, Northfield
Golf Fore Kids Tournament, Monday, September 23, 2024, Atlantic City Country Club, Northfield
Celebration Brunch Gala, Sunday, October 27, 2024, Steve & Cookie's by the Bay, Margate
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Gear up for March Madness and get ready for the weekend of a lifetime! The winner of this sweepstakes receives 2 tickets to the 2024 NCAA Final Four in Phoenix, AZ on April 6-8, 2024, 2 nights in a hotel for 2 people, and round-trip airfare for 2. The deadline to enter is March 24, so don’t delay. It’s a win-win. Each entry supports the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City. Thank you in advance for your support! | |
Win a trip for 4 to the Grand Floridian Hotel, including airfare and park hopper passes to Disney! Each entry benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City. Click the button to learn more. | |
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Pre-order at Club Café!
Hungry for a delicious breakfast sandwich or your favorite latte? Now you can cut the line and pre-order at Club Café. Simply call (609) 347-2687 X 200. See the menu at the end of this newsletter for all of the tasty options.
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