What does success mean to you?
For Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond’s (BGCMR) alumni and board members, it is personal.
Confidence gained.
Connections made.
Opportunities discovered.
This happens at BGCMR every single day.
Read MoreDid you have a mentor? A person who guided you along the way?
Mentors are the heartbeat of our community, supporting brighter futures by offering steady guidance, a listening ear, and hope through every conversation, encouragement, and meaningful moment.
Read MoreWhat kind of legacy do you want to leave behind?
For our alumni, staff, and youth, Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond is no just a place—it is a family. It is where relationships are built, lives are shaped, and futures are transformed.
Think about the power of those moments when someone believed in you, encouraged you, and supported you. That’s what happens every day at our Clubs.
Read MoreWhen you were younger, did you ever feel like your voice was not heard?
At BGCMR, we not only celebrate youth voice, we amplify it.
In fact, we are not just saying that youth have a voice, but at BGCMR, we are giving them a microphone and turning it all the way up. Listen as alumni and staff open up about the valuable lessons they have learned from listening to BGCMR youth.
Read MoreMemories have a way of highlighting the moments that truly mattered to those who have been a part of the Club.
Today’s stories are more than memories; they show the foundation for growth, resilience, and success that continue to influence who BGCMR is and where we are headed—together.
Read MoreThis week, a few of our alumni take us back to their beginnings at Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond (BGCMR)—where they discovered their passions, found their voice, and began charting their career paths.
In this week’s Celebrate video, you will see those pivotal moments unfold—the excitement, the curiosity, and the determination that turned possibilities into reality.
Read MoreAs we continue our Celebrate campaign, I want you to keep in mind that together we are building more than individual success stories — by investing in our young people, we are creating a ripple effect that touches families, neighborhoods, and our entire community.
Today, we feature alumni who highlight this legacy. Tune in as they discuss how BGCMR not only guided them through their formative years, but also influenced the lives they live today.
Read MoreToday we feature alumni who recount BGCMR moments they would relive if they could — seeing the world, making connections, and simply being a kid again. These clips are a celebration of our relationships and experiences through the Club that have a life-long impact.
Read MoreThis week, we are celebrating our amazing youth by sharing some heartfelt advice from alumni, staff, and our President & CEO.
We hope you find their reflections just as inspiring as we do—and we would love for you to pass them along to your own network. After all, we can all use a little wisdom every now and then!
Read MoreWe are excited to continue our Celebrate campaign with another look at some incredible stories!
Today, we’re shining a light on our President & CEO, alumni, and staff who share their experiences at BGCMR that are truly reasons to Celebrate the work at BGCMR.
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