2023 HALL OF FAME INDUCTION BREAKFAST RECAP

MARLBOROUGH - On Thursday, May 20, 2023, the Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest held a remarkable event for 165 guests, the Hall of Fame Induction Breakfast, at the Courtyard by Marriott in Marlborough. The occasion served as a tribute to five exceptional individuals who have demonstrated unwavering dedication to the Clubs, whether through personal, professional, or financial support, benefiting the entire MetroWest community. With a rich 79-year history deeply rooted in Marlborough and its surrounding areas, it is of utmost importance to acknowledge and celebrate the remarkable volunteers and supporters who have championed the cause of BGCMW.

The Youth of the Year award stands as the most esteemed honor for our current members, acknowledging their steady commitment and exceptional leadership. During the Hall of Fame event, we proudly recognized three outstanding members.

Lucas Pessoni, representing the Hudson Clubhouse, Nora Steiner, from the Framingham Clubhouse, and Nihjae

Perkins, who earned the title of the 2023 Youth of the Year for Boys & Girls Clubs of MetroWest, representing the Marlborough Clubhouse. Congrats to all three!

This year ’ s Hall of Fame inductees included Delma Josephson, Founder of Marlborough Girls Club; John Petrin, BGCMW Board of Director; Brent DeBraga, Alumni and former Full-Time BGCMW Program Staff and Julie Horrigan, Alumni and former Vice President of Resource Development. The Ron Young Memorial Award was awarded to Barbara Masterson, Happy Hours Preschool Director for the last 35 years.

If you want more information on each inductee OR if you are interested in making a gift on behalf of an inductee, please visit https://www.bgcmetrowest.org/hall -of-fame

Congratulations to Nora Steiner from the Framingham Clubhouse and Lucas

Pessoni from the Hudson Clubhouse on their remarkable nominations as Youth of the Year! Their exceptional leadership, dedication, and positive impact in their communities are truly commendable. Well done!