Each year, one exceptional Club member is selected to be our Youth of the Year, serving as an ambassador for the Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest youth as well as a voice for all our young people Over the decades, these individuals have exemplified the Boys & Girls Club mission and are proof to the impact Clubs make in transforming and saving kids’ lives.
Our Marlborough Clubhouse's young men ' s program, Man Cave, ran a food drive for people in need in our community They donated the food to the United Way Community Cupboard.
Part of Man Cave member's responsibility is to come up with a community project they can work on throughout the year. They figured it is a need to so many and wanted to do their part
Man Cave, formerly the Passport to Manhood program, encourages boys ages 8 to 14 to develop and mature into young men. The program represents a targeted effort to engage young boys in discussions and activities that reinforce character, leadership and positive behavior.
Man Cave members meet on Thursdays at 4pm in the Marlborough Clubhouse.
Our 2022 Youth of the Year, Victoria Mier, received a $1,000 scholarship from our Clubs for her exemplary work and for being the ideal Club member and role model. She is an alumni of the Hudson Clubhouse
Victoria is currently attending Curry College and is expected to graduate in 2026. She is still connected to the Club and works the front desk when she is home during college breaks.
YOY 2022 CANDIDATE RECEIVES $1K SCHOLARSHIP
Photo: Marlborough Clubhouse Members
BGCMW parents were given the option to sign their children up for our full day programming during the holiday break. All three of our Clubhouses were open from 8am-5:30pm. Fun specialized activities were planned for members for the week such as gingerbread house or cookie decorating, Igloo design, various STEM activities, gym games and more!
A special THANK YOU to DCU for Kids for donating a large amount of gifts for our Club families this holiday! We are very grateful for your support!
The Boys & Girls Club Movement began in 1906 when 53 local Clubs banded together to form a national organization to provide unified leadership and garner support for Clubs Since then, the Movement has expanded significantly, changing with the times to reflect the circumstances and issues facing young people Today, Boys & Girls Clubs are renowned for their positive impact on America's youth.
BGCMW provides youth in the MetroWest after-school programming. Membership being $25 per child is very affordable for all families. The Clubs are open Monday through Friday up until 9pm for older club members for Teen Nights. BGCMW provides education & career programs, character & leadership programs, sports & fitness programs, health & life skills programs and so much more!
VolunteeringattheBoys&GirlsClubsof MetroWestisagreatwaytohelpteachour membersvaluablelifelessonsandlearn somethingaboutyourselfinreturn.
We require volunteers to undergo background checks to ensure the safety of all Club members. We encourage you to connect with a Club near you to find out what volunteer opportunities they have and where your time can make the biggest impact.
Marlborough: (508) 485-4912
Hudson: (978) 562-9924
Framingham: (508) 620-7145
Groups who are interested in volunteering can reach out to Yarelis E. Garcia at 508-485-4912 or email yarelis.garcia@bgcmetrowest.org
Working with youth today means a brighter future for everyone. When you volunteer at one of our Clubs, you can make a difference in the lives of our youth and give back to your community Within the first few minutes of walking into a Club, you know you ’ re in a special place. Filled with the sounds and energy of spirited children and friendly, caring professionals, the Club is a fun and hopeful environment Whether you help with homework, play a gym game, or assist with an art project, you’ll have the opportunity to build healthy relationships with young people eager for adult guidance, and have a positive impact on their lives. In turn, you will find that spending time with these young people has a positive impact on you as well.
Photos: Various photos of 2022 Community Partners volunteering at our Clubs
H H ME ME
Do you have someone you can nominate for the BGCMW Hall of Fame?
Make your gift a lasting investment by setting up a recurring gift. By setting up a gift on a recurring schedule, charitable giving works on your time and within your budget! Most importantly, it allows you to continually support the needs of our local youth.
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
BGCMW needs the public’s help in identifying community members who deserve to be recognized for their hard work and devotion to the organization.
TheBoys&GirlsClubsofMetroWestisproudof ouralumni.TheHallofFamerecognizesclub alumniwhohavedisplayedprofoundimpactby BGCMWontheirpersonaldevelopment.Italso recognizesourvolunteers,donors,formerstaffor friendsoftheBGCMWcommunitywhohavehada lastingimpactontheClub.Thisisconfirmed throughtheirstrengthofcharacterandlifetime achievement
Formoreinformationortonominatesomeone pleasevisit:
https://www.bgcmetrowest.org/hall-of-fame
2023 Nomination Deadline: February 28, 2023
To make a contribution over the phone, or to ask for more information, please contact Laura Terzigni, Vice President at 508-485-4912 or laura.terzigni@bgcmetrowest.org
*NEW Digital Art Show & Auction
March 3-9 2023
Virtual Event
Hall of Fame Breakfast
Put in your calendars!
May 18, 2023
Marriott in Marlborough
Annual Gala & Auction
Oct 19, 2023
The Verve Hotel in Natick
Photo: Marlborough Clubhouse membersWhat is the Virtual Art Show & Auction about?
We will curate a Virtual Art Gallery & Auction featuring art pieces from our own BGCMW members from all 3 our our communities- Marlborough, Hudson and Framingham
What will the event feature?
Original Artwork/drawings and paintings
Digital Artwork
Photographs
Beaded Jewelry
Where will this event take place?
It's a virtual event! You can participate from your own home. Please stay tuned for more information in the next coming weeks!
When will this event be?
March 3-9, 2023
Who can participate?
Everybody! Please spread the word!
A wonderful event celebrating those individuals that do so much for our organization. The event includes an induction ceremony into our Hall of Fame as well as recognition of our three Youth of the Year winners Save the Date! The breakfast will be on Thursday, May 18th, 2023 at the Courtyard Marriott in Marlborough.
Gathering MetroWest’s influential professionals, the Gala is a celebration of our Club members. This event includes an extensive silent auction, three-course dinner, as well as a Fund-A-Need portion. We also present the Michael C. Sullivan Memorial Award and the Alumni Impact Award. Join us for dinner and dancing on October 19th at the Verve in Natick!
THURSDAY, OCT 19TH
THE VERVE HOTEL NATICK, MA
We’re excited to share that our organization has earned a 2023 Platinum Seal of Transparency with Candid!
Now, you can support our work with trust and confidence by viewing our #NonprofitProfile on Guidestar. The Platinum Seal of Transparency is the highest honor that an organization can receive and helps donors feel confident that their dollars are being put to good use here at the Club!
Here's our link to our Candid profile. Check it out!
https://www.guidestar.org/profile/04-2387225
Community partnerships are a tremendous asset to our Clubs. This past month the Marlborough Clubhouse members met with Jim Piecewicz, from Workers Credit Union on January 10th. Jim spoke to teens about money management. They had conversations about how to save money, how to create a budget, credit scores and more!
The Marlborough Clubhouse implemented the Teen Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy. The teens are responsible for their own devices and are to understand, respect and follow the rules while in the club associated with social media and phone use. Teen members were sent a contract explaining the rules for both members and parents to sign.
Bahama Day was such a great success! Our Happy Hours Preschool celebrated with "pretend" boogie boarding, yummy fruit smoothies, fun water activities, lei making, learning all about tropical fruits and animals and so much more!
Look out for more information on Gingerbread House Week coming up the week of January 23rd. Kids will be making an oversized gingerbread house!
Also in March, Happy Hours will hold their annual I Love Tea Day.
This past month Framingham Clubhouse members had a paint night, a fun field trip to BeanStalk ropes course and Lazer Tag. On January 27, all three Clubhouses will meet in Framingham for Teen Night for Glow-In-The-Dark Dodge ball. Thanks to Chick-fil-A in Framingham for providing dinner!
The Framingham Clubhouse has been exploring amazing STEM projects. This particular project consisted of gears, motors and batteries in order to model the earth and moon revolving around the sun! These extensive hands-on activities encourages experimentation and creativity within our members.
Special thanks to Club alumni, Pedro, for volunteering at the Framingham Clubhouse this past month!
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This past month, the Hudson Clubhouse officially opened their STEM room to be accessible for the 190 members that go on a daily basis after-school. Our members have been waiting patiently to create fun, hands on projects with the new iPads
Special thank you to Jim Piecewicz, from Workers Credit Union. Jim spent time with teens talking to them about Financial Literacy. They covered topics such as saving money to how to build a budget!
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We would like to welcome Hannah to our Clubhouse!
Due to safety reason we are enforcing our gym policies. Sneakers are required to play any gym game. No crocs or slides allowed in the gym.
Photo: Hudson Clubhouse Financial Literacy workshop with Jim from Workers Credit Union.
Photo: Water activities at the Happy Hours Preschool.
