2019 Great Futures Gala Photos
Photos courtesy of Ed Cohen
MISSION STATEMENT
To enable all young people, especially those who need us the most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens.
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Executive Director
Keshawn Dodds
Welcome!
Located at 100 Acorn Street, the Boys & Girls Club Family Center is committed to giving our youth the most optimal club experience that they can have. We understand that our youth are our future leaders. Our mission statement says it all: “To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential a productive, caring and responsible citizens.”
Our focus is to make sure that each and every person that comes through our doors understands that we are here for them as a family and will do our best to provide the best services for them.
We are proud to provide the programming that our community needs. From our full day Pre-School to our after school youth program, to our evening teen program and our summer sessions, we keep our doors open seven days a week for the community to utilize. Being rooted in the heart of Springfield, MA, we pride ourselves as being city’s best neighbor, but also like that we help the community become a true family. Our outreach through community service and also educational programs, we work tirelessly to give people options to better their lives.
We welcome all people to come experience being part of the Boys and Girls Club Family Center. We are the place where
“Great Futures Start Here!”
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RECENT NEWS & EVENTS
Program Highlight-The Black Diamonds Double Dutch
The Boys & Girls Club Family Center introduced the Black Diamonds Double Dutch program through volunteer support provided by Ms. Shirley Gardner. Shirley came to us last year with hope and desire to teach Double Dutch to both male and female Family Center members. To date, she has worked with approximately twelve club members teaching…
Thank You 2019 Great Futures Gala Sponsors
We just wanted to take a moment to thank the following businesses/organizations for their commitment and sponsorship to our 5th Annual Great Futures Gala. We appreciate your support! Urban League of Springfield, Inc. EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES. CHANGING LIVES.
2019 Great Futures Gala – Celebrating 120 Years of Service
Boys and Girls Club Family Center Celebrates 120 years of Service with their Great Futures Fundraising Dinner Gala on May 2, 2019 Springfield, MA | March 18, 2019 – Congratulations to the Boys and Girls Club Family Center on celebrating 120 years of serving the Springfield, MA community. The Boys & Girls Club Family Center…
Save the Date! 2019 Great Futures Gala
The Boys & Girls Club Family Center has been serving youth and families in our community for more than 115 years. We dream of a world where every child has a Great Future. Our Great Futures Gala is our largest fundraising event of the year and it will be held on Thursday, May 2nd. Please…
Acts of Kindness Month
December is our Acts of Kindness month! Learn to take care of yourself and others. Check out the calendar below and join us in fulfilling these goals for each day.
Gearing Up for #GivingTuesday – How You Can Participate
According to the official #GivingTuesday Facebook page, this day is defined as “a global celebration of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration”. One of the many ways to participate is to join in the Facebook/Paypal $7 million match on Nov. 27, 2018. We are excited to once again participate in this…
Bass Pro Shops and Pope & Young Club Sponsor Archery Program
Thank you to Bass Pro Shops and Pope & Young Club for sponsoring our archery program! Our first session was a great success. The Archery Program takes place every Monday and Friday and it’s open to teens and adults! If you want to join us, you can stop by at 100 Acorn Street, Springfield, MA…
BGC Family Center Receives Grant from MA Department of Conservation & Recreation
The Boys & Girls Club Family Center is happy to announce that we have received a grant from the Department of Conservation & Recreation thanks to our State Rep, Bud Williams and Aide, Malo Brown and also Governor Baker. With these funds, our center will be open Monday through Friday between the hours of 5:30pm – 8:30pm for all teens.…
Thank You Gala Sponsors
We just wanted to take a moment to thank the following businesses/organizations for their commitment and sponsorship to our 5th Annual Great Futures Gala. We appreciate your support!
Great Futures Gala Keynote Speaker: Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu
The Boys & Girls Club Family Center is proud to announce the Keynote speaker for the 2018 Great Futures Gala. It is non-other than Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu! Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu is an educational consultant with African-American Images. He is constantly on the lecture circuit with over thirty different workshops, addressing students, parents, teachers, and community…
Boys & Girls Club Family Center’s Great Futures Gala is Coming Soon!
The Boys & Girls Club Family Center has been serving youth and families in our community for more than 115 years. We dream of a world where every child has a Great Future. Our Great Futures Gala to be held on Thursday, May 3rd at the Sheraton Hotel in Downtown Springfield, MA. The event will…
