Stories — Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond

They say a picture is worth 1,000 words. And, for the young people at the Fairfield Court Club, they brought that saying to life.

BGCMRJune 25, 2019Fairfield Court, voice, murals, art, programmingComment

Meet Ms. Sally

For 34 years, Meadowlark Sally has been making an impact of the lives of young people.

BGCMRMay 29, 2019staff, Southside, Robinson Street Club, profile, legacy, relationships Comments

Keeping Up with Zion

Follow Zion on his journey as the Youth of the Year.

BGCMRMay 17, 2019Youth of the Year, voice, teens, leadershipComment

Beat It!

The rise of Northside’s bucket drumming program.

BGCMRApril 24, 2019members, Northside, drummers, SEL Comments

Cheers For Our Volunteers!

Get to know some of dedicated volunteers.

BGCMRApril 8, 2019volunteer, NorthsideComment

Zion Neverson Named 2019 Youth of the Year

Southside’s Zion Neverson has been named the 2019 Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond Youth of the Year.

BGCMRFebruary 27, 2019Youth of the Year, teens, SouthsideComment

Introducing the 2019 Youth of the Year

Meet our 14 dynamic Youth of the Year program participants

BGCMRFebruary 20, 2019Youth of the Year, teens, leadershipComment

Catching Up with Youth of the Year Alumni

BGCMR caught up with several Youth of the Year alumni.

BGCMRFebruary 19, 2019Youth of the Year, alumniComment

Changing the Odds: Virginia Youth Development Conference

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond welcomed the Forum for Youth Investment and organizations from around the state for the Changing the Odds: Virginia Youth Development Conference.

BGCMRJanuary 30, 2019readiness, community, impact, conference, youth developmentComment

Merry & Bright

It was a festive holiday season around our Clubs.

BGCMRDecember 24, 2018donors, holidayComment

Making a Difference

A simple “yes” can make a difference in the life of a young person.

BGCMRDecember 20, 2018philanthropy, board, donor profile, membersComment

A Look Back

We're excited to a look back at the accomplishments of our young people during the fall.

BGCMRDecember 19, 2018Ready2Win, outcomes, art, voice, teens, membersComment

Giving Thanks

A special message of thanks from Todd McFarlane, president & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond.

BGCMRNovember 20, 2018thanksgiving, staff, members Comments

A Natural Leader

Jasimine has an incredible presence at the Fairfield Court Club, earning the respect of her peers and staff alike.

BGCMRNovember 20, 2018Youth of the Year, members, leadership Comments

My Day at JMU

A'Landa, a member of the Southside Club, reflects on her trip to James Madison University.

BGCMRNovember 19, 2018Ready2Win, college visit, college readiness, members, Southside Comment

Marvin Green Named Top 40 Under 40

Director of Operations Marvin Green was selected as one Richmond’s inspiring young leaders by Style Weekly.

BGCMROctober 30, 2018staffComment

A Parent's Voice

Taneall Scroggins, a Northside Club parent, has built a long-lasting, dynamic relationship with Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond.

BGCMROctober 23, 2018parents, Northside, community Comment

Investing in Our Young People

Since becoming a community partner, Wells Fargo has gone above and beyond to help put Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Richmond members on the map.

BGCMRSeptember 28, 2018community, giving, partnership, relationships Comment

Karen Pittman to Speak at DreamMakers Breakfast

Co-founder of The Forum For Youth Investment, Karen Pittman will share her perspective on how organizations like Boys & Girls Clubs are working to ensure the best possible outcomes for young people in our community.

BGCMRSeptember 25, 2018fundraising, DreamMakers, youth developmentComment

Alumni Spotlight: Ginai Seabron

Before she was making headlines at Virginia Tech, Ginai Seabron was a member of Boys & Girls Clubs.

BGCMRAugust 24, 2018Comment