THANKS TO ALL WHO SUPPORTED OUR RECENT SPRING FLING FUNDRAISER - SPONSORS, DONORS, VOLUNTEERS, & ATTENDEES!
SAVE THE DATE - MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND WILL BE SUMMER KICKOFF STARTING WITH PADDLEFEST IN BUENA VISTA!
This will be a GREAT weekend of fun and family activities emphasizing all kinds of water sports - rafting, kayaking, stand up boards, etc. Demos will be available at the town pond for ALL ages. Races for kids to pros, bike races, food, beverages, movies, music, etc. YOU CAN SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER THROUGH A VERY EASY AND SLICK ONLINE TOOL. You can choose the date, the time (a couple hours is fine), and the activity you like. This is a partnership with CKS and is a fundraiser for Boys & Girls Clubs, so please give a few hours of your time and click here to
VOLUNTEER! Spaces are almost all filled but timing for a minute and helping register kids and families at the Town Pond demos are still open, so PLEASE sign up TODAY!
The Boys & Girls Club of Chaffee County is seeking new
Board Members (especially from Buena Vista/Nathrop). Do you have a few hours each month to support
this essential program for young people in our community?
Top Left: Former President Bill Clinton Top Right: Former Secretary of State General Colin PowellBack
Left: Magic Johnson
Back Right: CC Sabathia, Jackie Joyner-Kersee,
Shaquille O’Neal
3rd Row:
(L. to R.) Sugar Ray Leonard, General Wesley Clark, Kerry Washington, Ne-Yo,
Denzel Washington, Jennifer Lopez, Mario Lopez, Smokey Robinson, Ashanti, Shaun
White, Lucille O’Neal
2nd Row:
(L. to R.) Mona Dixon (BGCA's 2010 National Youth of the Year), Misty
Copeland
Bottom
Row: (\L to R.) Martin Sheen, John Paul DeJoria, Edward James Olmos, Cuba
Gooding Jr., Courtney B. Vance
For 4 million kids each year, their path will lead
to the doors of a Boys and Girls Club. For over 100 years, Boys & Girls
Clubs have helped young people achieve great futures. Just ask any of the
successful alumni pictured above – each grew up as a member of the Boys &
Girls Club.
It just
takes ONE. ONE opportunity can make a lasting difference in the life of a
child. ONE dream can give a sense of purpose for a lifetime. ONE voice can
relay wisdom that resonates for generations. ONE person like you can help
fulfill the dream of a brighter tomorrow for more children in our community.
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"Math Fun For Middle Schoolers." Click for more information. 
Thank you, residents, for voting us Best Youth Organization
in both Buena Vista and Salida! We will continue to live up
to this vote of confidence!
ONE REASON WHY BGCCC WORKSSalida Branch Director Tammy CannedyI would like to nominate Tammy Cannedy for the Employee of the Month. Since joining the Boys & Girls Clubs, the Salida Club has grown tremendously. Her "can do" attitude has helped the organization secure a free summer lunch program for all children, expanded the programs to enrich the lives of members and partnered with numerous local agencies on tobacco prevention and healthy lifestyle choices. Not only that, but the Club has a dedicated space for teens that is fun and engaging. Her leadership, compassion and dedication to our local youth make her the best candidate for Employee of the Month!
Everybody loves Tammy — from the kids, parents and co-workers. As a parent I appreciate how she tackles the tough relationship issues and lets each young person be heard. She listens to what the kids want to do and keeps the club a fun place to come. As a co-worker I love how she stays on top of the whole job. As a friend, she’s always there with a strong shoulder for support.
Tammy is a tremendous supervisor and coworker because she seeks to maintain that her staff is provided for before even herself. She would put her neck on the line for any of her fellow staff members at any time and is always open to our needs and responds to them accordingly. Tammy also goes above and beyond her required duties, often sacrificing her own time and life in order to help out the Club. Her work is a true inspiration to those around her and it is her dedication that helps us all stay focused, especially during these long summer days.
A great leader, a passionate branch director and a strong team player. Tammy has a tough job and makes it look easy. Anyone see that she loves her job, the club and most of all the kids. Many days she is first one in and last one out and all the while she has a smile on her face and a chipper disposition. She cultivates a team atmosphere and inspires those around her to do a great job! Thanks for ALL you do for the club Tammy!
Congratulations!
Nate Solder, BVHS grad
and now New England Patriots rookie (#77),
signed autographs after speaking to members at the Youth of the Year Breakfast.
"This was the BEST day of my life!"
— New Member
Boys & Girls Clubs of Chaffee County is the only community organization that provides proven programs and safe, positive, year-round places for kids to learn and grow.
We want club members to:
"I wouldn't be doing this (Governor's Youth Advisory Council) if it weren't for
Boys & Girls Clubs." — Reh Vanatta, past Youth of the Year
Read what award-winning actor and BGC alumnus, Denzel Washington has to say about the importance of Boys & Girls Clubs.