Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast raised more than $100,000 at its 27th Annual Ag For Youth Golf Tournament fundraiser, in support of thousands of local youth. The tournament was held at the Santa Maria County Club in the afternoon on Friday, July 31. The annual event brought out 128 golfers in support… Read more »
Some of our teens learned about the joys of cooking this summer, making up some delicious dishes while hanging out at the Ron Estabillo Clubhouse in Guadalupe. Using cooking directions and following the steps, each of the teens helped out when they could to whip up something yummy: a pan of brownies! Making the dessert… Read more »
The Guadalupe Dunes Center came out to visit Evans Park to teach the kids about bioluminescence and the science behind that phenomenon. The experts from the Dunes Center talked about sea creatures that glow and how that happens biologically. At the end of the lesson, the kids got to make a fun jellyfish craft… Read more »
Our Club members at the Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria had an amazing time during Wet and Wild Week, held July 20–24 at the Club. With some of the hottest temperatures of the month, everyone stayed cool while enjoying a variety of exciting water activities. From water soakers and water balloon tosses to a… Read more »
The Santa Maria Speedway hosted Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast for a night of racing and good times! Dozens of our Club kids and their families came out to enjoy a free night at the races, seeing the competition take to the track for heats and actual races. During the intermission, several… Read more »
With the warmer summer weather, some of our Tom Maas Club members got outside to make chalk art! Two of our members decided to try out their artistic abilities to draw some very popular cartoon characters, Spongebob Squarepants and Patrick Star. They added some fun, multi-colored stars to bring the whole picture to life. Meanwhile,… Read more »
World Cup Fever took over the Ron Estabillo Clubhouse, and they celebrated with their very own tournament at the Club. Instead of playing soccer, our Club Kids in Guadalupe took to the pool tables for a bumper pool tournament. Each member had a country designated for them to represent, that was also a part of… Read more »
Our young scientists at the Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria had a blast exploring hands-on STEM activities in June! Members created their own lava lamps, choosing their favorite colors while learning how different ingredients interact to create the floating “lava” effect. They discovered the science behind density and chemical reactions through experimentation. They also… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast and Good Samaritan Shelter partnered together for a totally tubular fundraiser event, Rock ‘N Roll Bingo, where donors and supporters could boogie down and rock on all for some great causes. The event was held at the Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria on Friday, June 26, with… Read more »
The Club Kids at Evans Park had an exciting science day where they explored the properties of dry ice earlier this June. They watched as dry ice created thick fog when placed in warm water and saw streams of bubbles overflow from a container filled with soapy water, creating a fun bubble volcano effect. Through… Read more »
Kids from our Ron Estabillo Clubhouse in Guadalupe dove right into a summer pool day hosted at the Paul Nelson Aquatics Center in Santa Maria. A lucky group of kids were able to soak up the sun and enjoy a cool dip in the pool to kick summer off the right way. They made a… Read more »
Our Summer Sports Camp, created and led by our Sports Department, is in full swing throughout June, bringing basketball, volleyball and flag football to Clubhouses across our community! From beginners learning the fundamentals to athletes sharpening their skills, every child has a place to grow. We believe no kid gets left behind. Our Sports Department… Read more »
During the last full week of June and in the midst of summer, some of our Club Members explored their creativity during Art Programming at the Tom Maas Boys & Girls Club. Using watercolors, the kids experimented with blending colors, creating unique designs, and expressing themselves through painting. They also had the opportunity to decorate… Read more »
Harley – 5 Years of Service “My favorite moments at the club are playing soccer outside with the kids. I enjoy being a part of the Boys & Girls Club because I was part of after-school programs as a kid and those are some of my favorite childhood memories. I hope to always have a… Read more »
Our Ron Estabillo Clubhouse in Guadalupe hosted an open house event on June 8 for families to come and see what our club is all about. Parents, guardians and their kids were able to see our members’ awesome art, watch a slideshow, paint with their child, make binary code necklaces and munch on goodies sold… Read more »
Most of the staff from Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast all met up for Powered by Purpose: Serving Together, an all-staff event held at Cuesta Canyon Park on June 12. The meetup brought together dozens of staff members from all 10 Clubs across the Central Coast to celebrate the end of the school year,… Read more »
On the last day of school, the first grade students in Mrs. Dominguez’s class at our Mary Buren site celebrated with a fun neon party. The students wore bright neon colors and enjoyed music, games and activities with their classmates. It was a wonderful way to celebrate a successful school year and make special memories… Read more »
Dozens of community members partnered together with our Club Kids at the Ron Estabillo Clubhouse in Guadalupe for a night of fun and mentorship at Back a Youth Night on May 28. The night started with a Candy Land-inspired icebreaker, where our pairs rolled the dice and followed the path, which included fun questions… Read more »
The teens at the Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria have been exploring the art of photography throughout the month of May! After learning different photography techniques during their lesson, the teens took their skills around the Club to capture creative and fun photos. From action shots to candid moments, they truly embraced the experience… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast CEO Maria Fabula was one of several graduates of the 2025-2026 Leadership North County of San Luis Obispo County, an esteemed leadership program hosted on the Central Coast. Maria completed multiple workshops held every month to develop skills and deepen understanding for making an impact in the… Read more »
Railroad Club Director Miguel Torres-Frausto was recognized by the Rotary Club of Santa Maria Breakfast for his dedication to serving youth and the local community. Miguel received the award for Vocational Service Recognition during the Rotary’s morning meeting on May 21. This accolade is a testament to Miguel’s hard work and time spent working for… Read more »
Some Club Kids at the Tom Maas Clubhouse in Paso Robles took to the great outdoors for their recent STEM activity earlier this May. A group of Club Kids learned how to build boats out of pool noodles and tested them out in a little pool to observe how they would float in the water…. Read more »
As the Flag Football season came to a close, championship weekend was filled with excitement, energy and a strong sense of community. Four teams earned championship titles this season, but the impact of the program reached far beyond the scoreboard. Throughout the season, athletes built friendships, developed confidence, and learned the value of teamwork and… Read more »
Families were welcome to come check out what their Club Kids do at the Shandon Clubhouse during an Open House event on April 30th. Several exhibits were on display for the kids to rave about to their guests, as well as several other activities throughout the night. Parents were able to see the seasonal sessions,… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast is celebrating the success of its recent gala event, raising more than $150,000 for the organization. The evening of fundraising, dubbed ‘Diamonds Are Forever’ in honor of 60 years of service on the Central Coast, brought hundreds of community members together for a dazzling evening of auctions,… Read more »
At the Mary Buren location, we took time during Teacher Appreciation Week to celebrate the incredible dedication of our staff with a special appreciation lunch. The room was filled with laughter, good food and a strong sense of community as everyone came together to relax and enjoy the moment. It was a small way to… Read more »
Leila has been a standout athlete this season, not just for her performance, but for the way she shows up for her team. She brings energy, focus, and a positive attitude to every practice and game, always pushing herself to improve. Whether it’s encouraging her teammates or staying locked in during competition, she consistently leads… Read more »
Spring is in full bloom, bringing energy and excitement to the Mary Buren site. The staff has been working extremely hard to create fun and educational experiences for all students. From preparing healthy chicken salad in Healthy Habits to making slime in STEM, students are engaged in hands-on learning every day. The Club also celebrated… Read more »
Volunteer Appreciation Week is recognized from April 20-24, and BGCMCC celebrated some of our all-stars—our incredible volunteers! All month long, we’ve been highlighting the amazing individuals who give their time, energy and heart to our Clubs. Their dedication to our youth goes far beyond just their time. Thank you to all of our volunteers —… Read more »
All-Star Soccer is in full stride at the Atascadero Boys and Girls Club! Getting the members out of the classroom and onto the soccer field, they’ve been learning the basics of dribbling, shooting and passing to other teammates. By doing drills and working on their skills, the youths have been gaining confidence in their… Read more »
Earth Day at the Creston Club was celebrated by many of its members. They turned the cafeteria into a laboratory, and the room was filled with focused energy as they layered chocolate pudding to build their foundation. Oreo cookies were then turned into crumbly topsoil. They poked the bright, squiggly worms into the cookie crumbs,… Read more »
In our STEM Lab at the Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria, members are actively engaging in First LEGO League activities focused on engineering, creativity and teamwork. This week, they worked collaboratively to design and build a submarine model as part of their ongoing project-based learning experience. Through this hands-on challenge, members are developing problem-solving skills,… Read more »
Over Spring Break, Evans Park Club Members got to experience a fun educational beach field trip at the Bulito Beach tide pools. Members got to learn about tide pools and small sea creatures that live in them, like crabs, sea slugs and an octopus. This interactive experience was not only an education extra-curricular activity during… Read more »
Another successful Back a Youth Night is in the books for the Tom Maas Clubhouse in Paso Robles, after dozens of Club Kids and community leaders paired together for a night of fun on April 16. The Kids and their mentors tried out three different activities for the night: marshmallow tower building, blindfold cup stacking… Read more »
The Creston Club competed in the Great Egg Hunt of 2026 in celebration of spring break earlier this month. Five hundred eggs–neon pinks, blues and greens–were scattered across the grass like a fallen rainbow, waiting for the hunt to begin. The members stood behind the line. You could hear the frantic rustle of their crafted… Read more »
Two of our Keystone Club Members traveled to Sacramento for Days of Advocacy, where they brought the mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast to the Capitol. Keystone President Jesse and Keystone Vice President Rubi visited the State Capitol Building to hear about issues facing many non-profits, including Boys & Girls Clubs… Read more »
The Guadalupe Jr. High Club Members are enjoying new healthy snacks provided by the Guadalupe School District. In this picture, we see Daniel eating wheat cookies and an apple, all thanks to the district. Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast promotes healthy lifestyles, which includes incorporating nutritious foods into all kids’ meals.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast (BGCMCC) invited the local community together to highlight important statistics regarding youth in the San Luis Obispo County area at its advocacy event, ‘Standing With Youth,’ on Thursday, March 26. This event was held at BGCMCC’s Tom Maas Clubhouse, one of the organization’s mainstay clubhouses on the… Read more »
NYOI has officially kicked off at the Creston Club this March! Members aged nine and older had the opportunity to participate in the National Youth Outcome Initiative (NYOI). To get the Creston members excited about the survey, Club staff surprised them with goodie bags. In the goodie bags were tons of fun treats! Once all… Read more »
The teens at the Railroad Clubhouse celebrated St. Patrick’s Day by making shamrock shakes from scratch! With the warm weather, it was the perfect opportunity to enjoy a refreshing treat while learning something new. Under staff supervision, members followed step-by-step instructions to create their drinks, building important life skills such as following directions, measuring… Read more »
The Keystone Club teens helped out with a fun STEM activity by teaching the kids at the Railroad Clubhouse how to make ice cream with simple ingredients at home. The Club members all embraced the warmer weather that March has given the Central Coast by making homemade ice cream in the STEM lab. The teens… Read more »
The Sports Department officially kicked off our Flag Football season with a great turnout and strong energy from the athletes and families. Practices are now underway, and it has been exciting to see the engagement and enthusiasm already building across teams. The Sports Department is also continuing its new Athlete of the Week program… Read more »
March has been having sunny days in Guadalupe, so the students in the after-school program at Mary Buren found a fun way to stay cool by making ice cream in a bag during a science activity. The members learned how mixing ice and salt helps freeze the ingredients, turning cream and sugar into a delicious… Read more »
Nadine Sullivan is being recognized as Board Member of the Year from BGCMCC. CEO Maria Fabula wrote a supportive letter for Sullivan, highlighting her contributions to the organization over the many years of her service. “Throughout her tenure, Nadine Sullivan has consistently stepped into leadership roles during pivotal moments for the organization, providing continuity, structure… Read more »
Commander Danny Rios, who is a Board Member for Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast, graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, VA, earlier this month on March 18. Rios, who is also an Alumni of BGCMCC, was one of 253 officers from across the country who had the opportunity to… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast officially has Torch Club in three sites now! The organization had previously started Torch Club at the Ron Estabillo Clubhouse and a joint one between the Railroad Clubhouse and Evans Park Clubhouse, but now plans to start at the Tom Maas Clubhouse. Torch Club is a program… Read more »
The kids at the Tom Maas Clubhouse in Paso Robles had a Field Day in March with lots of fun and excitement! The Club Kids played a couple games outside, got to have their faces painted and so many more cool activities. With such great weather in March, it was a great excuse to get… Read more »
The Railroad Clubhouse hosted dozens of community members at the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce March Mixer. The event on March 19 brought business leaders and government officials alike for a fun evening of networking and connections. Staff from Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast created a delightful spread of light bites… Read more »
Teens from our Ron Estabillo Clubhouse, Evans Park Clubhouse and Railroad Clubhouse all came together on a fun Friday night to watch a movie and see friends on March 13. More than 50 teens came to the Railroad Clubhouse to catch ‘A Quiet Place’ on our very own big screen projector, while enjoying pizza and… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast’s Youth of the Year and Jr. Youth of the Year were honored alongside other regional YoY recipients at the annual Coast Dinner Celebration on March 11. The California Coastal Youth of the Year Celebration took place in Solvang, with several other Boys & Girls Clubs organizations located… Read more »
On a hot day in March, members at the Evans Park Clubhouse enjoyed a fun STEM activity by making slushies in a bag using juice, ice and salt. Through this hands-on experiment members learned about temperature, freezing points and how physical changes happen in matter, while cooling off with a tasty treat. STEM activities are… Read more »
This month’s Team Member of the Month is Maria Avelar! Maria is the Regional Club Director for our North San Luis Obispo County clubs. Maria has consistently gone above and beyond to immerse herself in the Regional Club Director role, demonstrating a commitment to not just meet, but exceed expectations whenever possible. Her flexibility allows… Read more »
February marked the conclusion of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast’s winter basketball season, highlighted by exciting championship games that showcased the growth and dedication of the athletes. The Sports Department also hosted the Coaches Game, which brought great energy and strengthened the connection between players, coaches and families. At Toyota, the… Read more »
A few Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast staff members traveled to Albuquerque to hone their skills in database management and processing systems at the 2026 MyClubHub Academy Conference, hosted by Boys & Girls Clubs of America, at the end of February. Christin McGee (left), Daisy Perez (center) and Maria Avelar (right) all… Read more »
Now that 2026 is officially in full swing, the Tom Maas Clubhouse has begun its new method of transportation for six of the elementary schools in Paso Robles: Kermit King, Pat Butler, Lewis Flamson, Glen Speck, Winifred Pifer and Virginia Peterson. The kiddos are picked up on a daily basis from their respective school sites by some… Read more »
At McKenzie, something powerful is taking root. This year, the McKenzie Club Site committed to becoming an anti-bullying free zone, not just in words, but in action. Together, staff and students have worked intentionally to create a space where kindness, respect and accountability guide daily interactions. The students have taken real ownership of this mission…. Read more »
The Ron Estabillo Torch Club in Guadalupe worked on getting more community service in during the month of February. They were able to get a few clean-up sessions in and during one of the sessions, they decided to stay closer to home and clean up Leroy Park. The Ron Estabillo Torch Club has had… Read more »
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast, in partnership with Guadalupe Union School District, had a very exciting and successful science experiment at the Guadalupe Jr. High site earlier in February. The lesson was based around the three states of matter. They combined different substances to create chemical reactions. This specific experiment… Read more »
Our Guadalupe after-school program was full of curiosity and creativity during STEM Week! Students explored science, technology, engineering and math through fun, hands-on activities designed to spark their imagination. Our first and second grade students teamed up to complete an exciting STEM challenge, working together to problem-solve and share ideas! It was wonderful to… Read more »
In a DIY STEM lesson, the Evans Park Club Kids made DIY rockets with Alka-Seltzers, water and small-snap containers. It was a fun and exciting way for members to learn about chemical reactions and pressure. As the gas builds up inside the sealed container, pressure increases until the lid pops off and launches in the… Read more »
The Railroad Clubhouse staff was excited to host its Valentine’s Teen Night for local teens! Members enjoyed an evening full of fun and creativity, including canvas painting, cookie decorating and making friendship bracelets. The open gym activities were a big hit, with many teens playing volleyball and basketball. Members also got to enjoy plenty of… Read more »
February has been an exciting month at the Atascadero Boys & Girls Club! It recently had its Valentine’s Day party, headlined by cupcakes, cookies and candy galore. The Club continued the sweet theme with Valentine’s Day crafts and karaoke for its brave members to sing their hearts out to.
For the 12th year in a row, Ross stores in Santa Maria and Paso Robles promoted Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast and encouraging donations at their registers. By shopping at Ross Dress For Less, supporters were not only snagging great deals but also supporting our Clubs. Donations made at checkout through March 1 go directly to helping kids thrive… Read more »
Creston Elementary PTA parents proudly partnered with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast to host a heartwarming Valentine’s Day Dance and Karaoke Party for members and the community. The cafeteria was filled with music, laughter and smiling faces as kids took turns on the microphone and families enjoyed a fun evening of… Read more »
Miguel is a kind, caring leader who consistently puts others before himself. As the Railroad Club Director, he has helped transform the Railroad Club site into a true hub of excitement and engagement. He is always willing to step in and support the team whenever needed, and his dedication does not go unnoticed. Thank you,… Read more »
The Boys & Girls Club, in partnership with the Guadalupe Union School District put on an exciting science experiment at the Guadalupe Jr. High site where members got to roll up their sleeves and explore the density of oils using test tubes, pipettes, vegetable and olive oil. After testing their density, they used the oil… Read more »
Our after-school program at Mary Buren Elementary School in Guadalupe was filled with excitement as students returned from winter break and jumped back into their school routines and Boys & Girls Club programs. Smiles, laughter, and energy filled the rooms as everyone settled back into their routines. Students began Healthy Habits, learning about making positive… Read more »
In our Teen Room at the Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria, Members participating in the Passport to Manhood program focused on emotional wellness. Teens began by brainstorming different words to describe emotions such as anger, sadness, worry, and excitement. They then engaged in thoughtful discussions about healthy coping strategies they use when feeling angry. The… Read more »
The Boys & Girls Club was honored to be invited by the Golden State Classics Car Club to speak at one of their recent meetings held at the Warbird Museum. Regional Club Director Maria Avelar had the opportunity to share about the impact of our afterschool programs and the importance of community partnerships in supporting… Read more »
With the start of Healthy Habits programming, our Members have been focusing on their eating habits and how they connect to their journeys to a healthy future. Some notable activities that have taken place include having Members work together in groups to come up with visual representations of what healthy choices look like. Members were… Read more »
The importance of supporting local youth was highlighted during the inaugural Standing With Youth event, held at the Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria on January 27. CEO Maria Fabula hosted the breakfast event, with dozens of local community leaders in attendance, including Santa Maria City Manager Dave Rowlands, Councilmember Gloria Flores and Guadalupe City Councilmember… Read more »
After years of patches and temporary fixes, our flagship Clubhouse in Santa Maria is getting a brand new roof! Throughout the month of January about 10,000 square feet of roof is being replaced with a modern polyurethane system rather than the old hot mop and asphalt sytem. It has been 39 years since this facility… Read more »
As part of the national Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s premier recognition program, our organization celebrates the extraordinary achievements of our club youth through the Youth of the Year program. As our organizational Youth of the Year, our representative serves as a role model for younger club members and shines a spotlight on our… Read more »
We have started the program, Ultimate Journey, at our Creston Club led by Youth Development Professional, Junior Victoriano. Ultimate Journey teaches members ways to connect with nature, to identify different species of birds, learning about nature’s ecosystems, and how to care for our environment. We have high hopes that both staff and members will have… Read more »
Our Club Members in Guadalupe got to spend their Winter break being artists and learning from professional artist and designer Allison Hunsley. From the initial sketch to the final drop of paint, over 40 kids spent an entire week creating a fabulous mural that lives at our Ron Estabillo Club in Guadalupe. The mural incorporates… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast celebrated 60 years of serving local youth with a community birthday party on Tuesday, January 13, at the Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria. The party welcomed dozens of community members and local supporters, including Board Members, alumni and a few dignitaries. Distinguished guests included Mayor of Santa… Read more »
Angela has shown tremendous professional and leadership growth in her role as Assistant Director at the Shandon Club over the past few months. She has consistently taken initiative and played a key role in keeping the Club running smoothly during the Director’s absences. Angela inspires both her peers and Club members with her positive, motivating… Read more »
The Ron Estabillo Club in Guadalupe had a visit from the Buddy the Elf this month. He was a huge hit with the kids and spread his energy all throughout the Club interacting and playing with all the kids. The teens even enjoyed hanging out with him in the Teen Zone.
Club Members in the Mary Buren Club in Guadalupe, ranging from kindergarten through third grade, filled the school with holiday cheer as part of the music program in partnership with the Guadalupe Union School District. The young performers proudly traveled to all seven classrooms, singing Christmas carols and spreading joy, smiles, and festive spirit to… Read more »
The Boys & Girls Club, in partnership with Guadalupe Union School District and the Dunes Center, recently transformed our members into scientists! Through an exciting hands-on experiment, our members rolled up their sleeves and extracted DNA from strawberries while using nothing more than everyday household items. This interactive activity wasn’t just a fun and squishy… Read more »
The Santa Maria Police Department partnered with Santa Barbara County Probation and Walmart and Target of Santa Maria and to bring another warm and joyful Shop with a Cop experience to the children of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Guadalupe and Santa Maria. Thanks to the generous support from their COPSnCARS fundraiser held in… Read more »
Our Winter Basketball season has been both successful and enjoyable for athletes, families, and staff. During the season, we introduced a new initiative called Athlete of the Week to recognize athletes who consistently demonstrate positive behavior both on and off the court. Athletes are nominated by volunteer coaches and staff based on qualities such as… Read more »
Just in time for the Christmas holidays, local teens–all members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast’s teen leadership program, the Keystone Club–delivered holiday gifts requested by seniors who live at Marian Extended Care Long Term Care Facility in Santa Maria. For the second year in a row, these teens wanted to… Read more »
The very popular Next Gen CEO program, made possible through a partnership with the Santa Maria Valley Chamber and the support of the Guadalupe Union School District, had a succesful launch at our Kermit McKenzie Club in Guadalupe. This program submerses would-be CEO’s into a 6-week program where they learn to build, fund, market and… Read more »
Amazing artwork created by our Club kids from all over the Central Coast were on display in December. Artwork made by our Club Members from our Atascadero, Creston, Paso Robles and Shandon Clubs are being displayed as a large exhibition at the Paso Robles Public Library through early January. Additionally, all of our Guadalupe Clubs… Read more »
Most of our Clubs and Club Members got to shine in December by showcasing their holiday spirit at local parades. Our Evans Park and Railroad Clubs won 2nd place in the Holiday Parade of Lights in Santa Maria while the Tom Maas, Atascadero, Creston, and Shandon Clubs enjoyed the Paso Robles Community Parade the same… Read more »
Proving that the impact of a Boys & Girls Club experience can last a lifetime, members of our local Boys & Girls Club Alumni group adopted one of our current families for the holidays. Club Members from our Railroad Clubhouse, and their families, were treated to a surprise visit and showered with gifts and caring…. Read more »
In our Learning Center at the Railroad Clubhouse, Members explored the meaning of Thanksgiving. Together, we discussed what it means to be thankful and shared ideas as a group. Members then had the chance to express their own gratitude by writing or drawing the things they are thankful for, adding color and creativity to make… Read more »
It was a rainy week in November so when the rain let up we encouraged our members to create some make shift boats and they set sail right in front of Evans park! Also some fun with bubbles when the rain allowed for it! Our younger members absolutely love when we have the opportunity for… Read more »
To spread holiday cheer, members of our Keystone Club will be hosting another Christmas gift drive in partnership with Marian Extended Care in Santa Maria. For many of these long term residents , the holidays can be really rough not being with any family or loved ones. Last year, our teens were very touched by… Read more »
It’s official! Winter Basketball is underway now that team jerseys are being handed out. With our new sports sponsor, Toyota of Santa Maria, we were able to have a jersey pick up day that was so much fun! Our first day of jersey pick ups was an incredible success. We had so many proud coaches… Read more »
Since Gabby joined us a year ago, she has been a vital part of our sports program Instagram page growing to over 1k followers. This is very important since it promotes not only our leagues but also our participants and their accomplishments by producing photos and videos for us to post. She has been working… Read more »
November at our newest Club at Guadalupe Jr. High has been up to a lot of activity. Our most popular programs include Trumpet, Violin, LEGO Robotics, Science Explorers, and our Nutrition/Cooking class. In trumpet and violin, they’re practicing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and Silent Night to perform later on in the school year. LEGO Robotics… Read more »
As the weather gets colder, Atascadero has been doing a lot more inside activities. A notable activity was when members practiced spelling out their names by making fall-themed turkeys and when members learned about the anatomy of a hand while they drew it out. This combined STEM and art in one activity which makes it… Read more »
Etto Pasta Bar in Paso Robles has chosen our Clubs to benefit from their December Community Night. On Monday, December 1st, we will recieve 10% of all sales–both dine in and take out–to help or local kids. Visit this family favorite restaurant, enjoy a great, local meal and know you are helping local kids!
Barnes & Noble in San Luis Obispo invites customers to give the gift of reading to kids at Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast during the bookseller’s annual Holiday Book Drive, taking place through December 15. The Barnes & Noble Holiday Book Drive provides customers the opportunity to donate books to non-profit organizations… Read more »
It was the honor of a lifetime for Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast Board Member Dan Lillard as he was recognized as the Santa Barbara County Volunteer of the Year at the Annual National Philanthropy Day event, hosted by the Association of Fundraising Professionals Santa Barbara and Ventura Counties Chapter. The celebratory… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast completely ‘Crush’-ed it at the 6th Annual Crush It Golf Tournament at Hunter Ranch Golf Course in Paso Robles on October 27.T he organization hosted 84 golfers at this year’s tournament, one of the biggest turnouts in the event’s history. Golfers enjoyed an early Monday morning out… Read more »
Our Railroad Club in Santa Maria hosted its first Teen Night of the school year with a Glow in the dark themed party for our middle and high Schoolers. The event drew in about 30 teens from Santa Maria and Guadalupe. Teens had a chance to play sports, get their faces painted, play hide and… Read more »
Boys & Girls Club alumni continued their tradition of putting on a wonderful Halloween Carnival for the entire community! This devoted group of adults transform the gym at the Railroad Clubhouse into an old fashioned carnival full of games and activities for our Club Members AND for kids from all over the community. Attendees dressed… Read more »
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