September 2022 e-newsletter

What We've Been Up To

Summer 2022 Rewind

We had an incredible summer of fun, growth, learning, laughing and becoming stronger as a community! Watch a full recap of the 9 weeks that made up summer of 2022!

NC Association of County Commissioners’ YouthVoice Youth Summit!

This summer, Club members Nora and Austin from our Wake Forest and Raleigh Boys Club met with Wake County Commissioners Vickie Adamson and Susan Evans in preparation to attend the NC Association of County Commissioners’ YouthVoice Youth Summit!

During their meeting, Austin and Nora learned about the background of each Commissioner and what led them to their role in public service, as well as some of their priorities for the county. Our members made the observation that everything seemed to tie back to managing the growth of the county – schools, transportation, affordable housing, libraries, green spaces, environmental concerns, etc.

In early August, Austin attended the NC Association of County Commissioners’ YouthVoice Youth Summit in Cabarrus County.

At the event, Austin and other future leaders gained a better understanding of the role of commissioners as the governing body for counties, and the county budgeting process. The experience provided a great opportunity for participants to develop strategies to further their leadership and communication skills.

Great leaders start here!

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BGCA Summer Advocacy JAM Session

The Summer Advocacy JAM Session brought elected officials into the Clubs this summer! These visits allowed the Clubs to shine a spotlight on how Clubs offer youth access to jobs, academics, and mental health Supports as essential tools for youth success. This summer, we had 14 visits with 16 elected officials or their staff at our Wake County Clubs.

Gardens at our Clubs

We had an abundance of fresh produce growing at our Clubs this summer in raised bed gardens. With the help of Interfaith Food Shuttle, our Washington Elementary School Club started their first garden. The Poe Center came to our Brentwood Club for monthly garden lessons, and they will be hosting a family dinner for Brentwood families utilizing garden produce this September! The Raleigh Garden Club worked with their Rosey Girls group at the Raleigh Girls Club to produce an amazing harvest. The Zebulon Boys & Girls Club grew a lovely garden with the help of volunteers, staff and members. Finally, our Raleigh Boys Club worked with their Director to gather a fantastic harvest. Boys in the garden club became farm to table chefs, cooking quiche Lorraine using Swiss chard from their garden. Watch the video linked below to see their process!

Raleigh Boys Club Farm to Table Chefs

Brentwood Boys & Girls Club hard at work with the Poe Center

Workforce Readiness Training Series with Baker Roofing Company

This summer, our teens began a workforce readiness training series with Baker Roofing Company. On their visits to the Baker Roofing Headquarters, members learn about the technical and soft skills needed to pursue a career in roofing and construction.

The series also includes opportunities for members to tour the different departments, meet with experts in their craft, discuss opportunities for job placement and career advancement, and participate in a welding workshop.

We are excited to partner with Baker Roofing for future days of learning as part of our Workforce Readiness programming!

Watch a video from a recent visit!

What's Coming Up

Day of the Dead 5k

After a two-year hiatus, the Day of the Dead 5k is back. This race and cultural celebration benefits our Brentwood Boys & Girls Club. Come run, celebrate Day of the Dead and its beautiful traditions, eat, drink, dance and support Wake County kids!

Registration is open now! Head to the link below to register and learn more.

Learn more and register!

2022 Breakfast of Champions

Join fellow business and community leaders in supporting and celebrating Great Futures for Wake County’s kids. Learn Coach Avent's view of leadership and youth development. Hear from Club members about the difference the Clubs have made in their lives, and celebrate the newest inductees into our Boys & Girls Clubs Hall of Fame.

The Breakfast of Champions is our largest annual fundraising event. It is an essential part of our efforts to partner with local and regional businesses to help local youth achieve their potential. Breakfast of Champions is also a business networking event and an opportunity to align your brand with the Boys & Girls Clubs. All proceeds support after-school and summer youth development programs at our 7 Wake County Clubs.

Follow the link below to learn more, register, or become an event sponsor.

Lear n m o re!

2022 Teen STEM Summit

The 4th Teen STEM Summit generously sponsored by the GM Foundation returns to Raleigh this October 28-29th. The event is for Boys & Girls Clubs teen members from across the state.

The event is held in conjunction with programmatic sponsors: LS3P Design Firm, NC Museum of Natural Sciences, and NCSU’s College of Engineering.

Gobbler's Run

November 24, 2022

Race starts at 8AM

Our annual Thanksgiving race benefitting the Wake Forest Boys & Girls Club!

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Invest in Great Futures

When you donate to Boys & Girls Clubs, you’re helping kids and teens for a lifetime. Our programs are designed to develop and instill individual character, leadership, and responsibility. This translates to our members becoming active and productive members of society, many of whom attribute their accomplishments to their time at our Clubs. Your donation truly makes a difference, and we invite you to tour any of our Club locations to experience firsthand the impact you can have on the kids in Wake County.

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