In partnership with the Colorado Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs, we hosted our first-ever youth forum. This event gave Boys & Girls Clubs youth, ages 11-16, an opportunity to speak to their State Representatives about issues that are important to them.
Boys & Girls Clubs’ youth panel featured the voices of Asha from Wellington, Skylar from Loveland, Ty from Loveland, Keagan from Fort Collins, and Leslie from Fort Collins. Youth brought up key concerns and topics that were important to them including access to mental health supports, the social and political divisions at both the local and national level, academic achievement following a year of remote learning, and navigating acts of bullying and discrimination.
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State Representatives featured on the panel: State Representative Andrew Boesenecker, Senator Joann Ginal, State Representative Cathy Kipp, State Representative Hugh McKean, and State Board of Education Chair Angelika Schroeder. State Representatives shared their plans for legislation to help families and youth recover from COVID-19. State officials also encouraged youth and families to get connected with their local city councils and school boards.
Also in attendance were local and county officials, Commissioners Jody Shadduck-McNally and John Kefalas, Loveland City Council members Kathi Wright and Don Overcash, as well as, Town of Wellington Trustee Ashley Macdonald. There was a special welcome from Loveland Mayor Jacki Marsh, Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County CEO, Kaycee Headrick, and Boys & Girls Clubs in Colorado Executive Director, Danielle Felder.
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Summer at the Club Serves More than 800 Kids |
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Going into summer, we knew that the COVID-19 pandemic had and continues to significantly impact young people’s mental health, academic enrichment, and ability to socialize. For those reasons, our summer program focused on several strategies to support students in these areas. |
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Mental Health
All Club members who attended our program had access to a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for group and one-on-one counseling.
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Academic Enrichment
Daily activities offered were focused on the areas of education, recreation, arts, workforce development, character and leadership, and healthy living. Club members had the opportunity to participate in resume building, STEM camps, field trips to tour local businesses, outdoor recreation, reading programs, and so much more.
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Ability to Socialize
Clubs created a sense of community where young people can feel safe and supported and gather with their friends.
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Club Director Lands on List of Amazing Local Leaders |
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Megan Hale, Senior Club Director in Wellington, earned recognition in NOCO Style’s 30 Under 30. Megan has been with Boys & Girls Clubs for two years and quickly became a critical part of the team. |
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“I grew up in Fruita. It was a very small town at the time, so when I think about my youth, I wish there had been a Boys & Girls Club in my hometown. The community of Wellington is similar in that sense, and I feel happy to be a part of the growth,” said Megan in her interview with NOCO Style.
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WAYS YOU CAN SUPPORT BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS |
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NOCO Nosh Fundraising Night
Wednesday, September 1 | 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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Get your dinner delivered while also supporting Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County and local restaurants! When you order NOCO Nosh between 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 1, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to support Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County!
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Dutch Bros: Buck for Kids Day
Friday, September 10 | All-day
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Make your morning coffee go further. Stop by any Fort Collins or Loveland Dutch Bros location on Friday, September 10 and $1 from each drink will be donated to support Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County!
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King Soopers Community Rewards |
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King Soopers Community Rewards is a program that makes donating easy! The program donates to local organizations based on the shopping you do every day. Link your King Soopers Shopper’s Card to Boys & Girls Clubs and start shopping! Here’s how it works:
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Create a digital account. Click here to learn more about making your account. If you already have a digital account, simply log in.
- Link your card to Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County.
- Sign in to your digital account
- Go to My Account
- Scroll to the bottom of the page and click “View Community Rewards”
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Enter our NPO number, NT765, in the “Find an Organization” search bar
- Click “Enroll"
- You’re all set!
A percentage of your spending will be donated to our program. Thank you for supporting Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County!
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Day for Kids
Saturday, September 18 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Join us for the annual Day for Kids event! This year’s event is in partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of Weld County, Colorado Eagles, and Budweiser Events Center.
Day for Kids is a national celebration of the life-changing work that happens at Boys & Girls Clubs across the nation. This premier Northern Colorado event is FREE for youth and families and will feature booths and activities from local organizations. Youth will have the opportunity to engage in learning through various games at each booth. Activities include face painting, a bike rodeo, inflatables, and much more!
The Colorado Eagles will also be giving exclusive tours of their locker rooms and newly installed ice from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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FORE THE KIDS GOLF CLASSIC
Monday, October 4 | 9:00 a.m. Shotgun Start
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Boys & Girls Club’s annual Fore the Kids Golf Classic is an exceptional experience that brings together businesses and community members for a fun day of golf, networking, and fundraising. All funds raised at this event will help support our core mission, to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Players participating in the tournament receive food and beverage, an exclusive shopping experience with Travis Mathew and Belyn Key, and the opportunity to play Colorado’s only PGA TOUR course, TPC Colorado!
Only a few foursomes left!
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Every donation made to Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County not only allows us to keep membership costs low to families, but also allows us to expand our services to the youth who need us most. Donate today!
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BECOME A PARTNER!
When your business invests in Boys & Girls Clubs of Larimer County, you are investing in the future of our community. Join us in creating great futures for the youth in Larimer County. Contact Annalise Mecham at ame...@bgclarimer.org for more information.
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MISSION: To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
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