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 »
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 »
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 »
For Juneteenth, the kids participated in a collaborative group project where they connected through art by coloring themed pages that celebrated freedom, unity and African-American culture. They also created vibrant paper lanterns, symbolizing hope and resilience, as part of a hands-on activity to honor the holiday and its significance. “Juneteenth” combines the words “June” and… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast’s Keystone Leadership Club hosted a Senior Banquet at the Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria to celebrate its seniors as they graduate and get ready to set off on a new stage of college and adulthood. Everyone was encouraged to dress up and the seniors donned their graduation… Read more »
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