Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley recently hosted its Annual International Day of the Girl event for hundreds of local girls, and a few members of our team joined in on the festivities! Board President Debbie Perrault, Events Manager Kelly Brickey and Director of Teen Services Mina Donkor all attended the celebratory event as… Read more »
Dan Chernow, the driving force behind the Learning Loft and Homework Help Volunteer Program at the Ron Estabillo Club in Guadalupe, was recently honored with the SESLOC Cares volunteer award. As part of this community honor, SESLOC creates a lovely video about the volunteer and broadcasts it on local television. This, both, highlights the outstanding… Read more »
In a fun and engaging STEM activity, our teens teamed up to take on the challenge of building the tallest tower using only marshmallows and pretzel sticks. Before construction began, each group developed a strategic plan to out-build their peers, focusing on stability, structure, and creativity. As the towers began to take shape, students quickly… Read more »
We have been having lots of fun crafts and informative art activities at the Atascadero Club. Crafts such as building paper airplanes using other supplies beyond just paper, allowed for members to use their critical thinking skills as well as creativity to make their airplanes use wind to their advantage in order to make their… Read more »
As a part of our Strategic Planning Process, we launched a Community Listening Tour across the regions we serve. This initiative is deeply rooted in community voice, data, and partnership and is designed to guide thoughtful, mission-aligned growth. The 2nd phase of the plan took place recently in Santa Maria, after a successful listening session… Read more »
Our Team Member of the Month is Finance and Business Operations Manager, Brandi Garcia. Brandi has demonstrated tremendous patience and a consistently positive attitude throughout a yearl-long transition in finance and accounting. Despite numerous challenges, changes, and setbacks along the way, she has risen fully to the occasion. Brandi’s ability to adapt, persevere, and keep… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast was excited for another year of the annual Back A Youth Night at the Railroad Club in Santa Maria held on September 25th. For 35 years, this annual event has brought together Club Members and local community leaders and business professionals for a night of fun,… Read more »
In 2025, Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast is proud to honor and recognize three incredible employees for 85 years of combined service to Central Coast kids. Anna Libbon, Chief Program Officer, has been working with the organization for 35 years in a variety of roles. She has a depth and breadth of… Read more »
With registrations closed for our winter basketball league, we are assembling teams at this time. But we have certain divisions that still have space and also some divisions that need a coach. If anyone is interested in coaching, you can reach out to us via email or phone to Ernie Cuevas 805-354-7429 or Vanessa Buchan… Read more »
Thanks in part to a generous donation from Ag West Farm Credit through their Rural Communities program, we were able to acquire a much needed new truck to help with our daily operations. In addition to being awarded this grant funding, we were surprised to ALSO receive a check from their Team Giving program! Team… Read more »
Fall is here at Creston! Along with the crazy weather, Members have enjoyed playing the new board games that were donated, as well as spending time getting to know our newest members. During Programs, they have learned valuable lessons about respect, kindness, and the value of each human being. Library time has been a calm, safe… Read more »
Members of the Ron Estabillo Club were the latest Club kids to take part in our always-popular National Photography Program. This multi-session program, developed by Boys & Girls Clubs of America enables youth to develop their creativity and cultural awareness through the appreciation of photography. The National Photography Program is designed to help youth ages… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast (BGCMCC) and Paso Robles Joint Unified School District (PRJUSD) have formalized a three-year partnership to expand after-school programming at the Tom Maas Clubhouse. This partnership ensures hundreds of local children and families continue to have access to safe, enriching, and affordable programs after the school day ends…. Read more »
Erica is such a joy to work with and you can tell she brings a lot of passion to work. She has done such an AMAZING job with the Torch Club in Guadalupe and is always doing creative and innovative things with the members. She really cares about her general community and making sure that… Read more »
With three goals of learning, sharing and acting, Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central convened a Listening Session between our Club leadership and an amazing network of Community Leaders from North SLO Communities. Goal one was to learn: Gain new perspectives and insights. Goal two was to share: Provide helpful practices, ideas, or lessons… Read more »
In our recent STEM Lab session at our Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria, we explored the fascinating world of towers! We began by learning about different types of towers online—how they are built, what makes each one unique, and how their size and design can be both functional and beautiful. Afterward, our members worked in… Read more »
August has kicked off with lots of excitement and changes at the Boys and Girls Club in Creston. We are excited to start off the school year with brand new members and new staff. For a getting to know you activity, Members talked about who they are and got to share two truths, and one… Read more »
Now that school is back in session in Guadalupe, the Ron Estabillo Clubhouse is excited to be offering all of the school year programming our Club Members enjoy. This season the Club is running the photograpy program, Cheer Club, cooking classes, the All Stars sports program, Be A Star (an anti-bullying program) and the leadership… Read more »
Through October 18th, shoppers at the Carter’s childrens clothing store in Santa Maria can make a donation at the register which will stay in Santa Maria to help our Club kids. Carter’s invests in brighter futures by supporting programs that unlock the full potential of the next generation, and partners with local nonprofits that build… Read more »
Our teens in Santa Maria had an opportunity to “Meet A Professional” veterinarian. Dr. Brown, co-owner of PETS Hospital in Orcutt spoke to members about what it’s like to be a vet, the training/schooling required, and some of the challenges. Veterinarians are not just at the clinic but also work in the fields of education,… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast is excited to announce the launch of a new, high-impact after school program at the new Guadalupe Junior High School beginning with the 2025/26 academic year. This new site marks a significant expansion of the Club’s presence in Northern Santa Barbara County and underscores its deepening partnership… Read more »
Thanks to our generous friends at AgWest Farm Credit, Santa Maria Tire, and Vince Lopez Jr & Sons, we have an amazing new heavy duty truck! This truck will help us haul materials and supplies between our 10 Clubs, be a feature at Community Outreach events and will even tow our floats for the many… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast hosted its Summer Picnic for all employees to enjoy at Sinsheimer Park in San Luis Obispo on August 9.The sunny day was filled with food, friends and fun as our staff gathered together for friendly competition and yummy treats. Yabba Dabba Dogs catered lunch with its delicious… Read more »
We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Old Navy and the Kiwanis Club of Santa Maria for their incredible generosity in helping our members get ready for back to school! Thanks to their support, 50 youth from our Guadalupe and Santa Maria Clubs—including members from the Ron Estabillo, Evans Park, and Railroad Clubhouses—were… Read more »
Each year, the Panda Cares Scholars Program, part of the BGCA and Panda Cares Foundation national partnership, provides scholarship opportunities for junior and senior Club members who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and academic rigor in pursuing a great future. The Panda Cares Foundation is the giving arm of the Panda Express restaurant chain. One of the scholarship opportunities was offered… Read more »
Our Keystone members had the privilege of attending the 58th Annual Keystone Conference, held in Chicago, Illinois. Keystone, Boys & Girls Club of America’s premiere teen character and leadership program, is designed to help develop good character and positive leadership for teens with a purpose to create and maintain high standards of character, citizenship, health and… Read more »
The Ron Estabillo Clubhouse in Guadalupe enjoyed their annual Summer Color Run this month. With 112 kids running this was the most participation to date! All of the staff and the Club Members participated and collaborated in the 1.5 mile run and it was all smiles when kids were covered in color. Each participant was… Read more »
The Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria made a big splash with our exciting Water Week — and what a blast it was! Our Members had an amazing time staying cool while having tons of fun through water-themed games and adventures. Here are some of the highlights: Water Balloon Toss – A classic favorite where teamwork and a steady… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast (BGCMCC) and Paso Robles Joint Unified School District (PRJUSD) have formalized a three-year partnership to expand after-school programming at the Tom Maas Clubhouse. This partnership ensures hundreds of local children and families continue to have access to safe, enriching, and affordable programs after the school day ends…. Read more »
Kids who enjoy our all day Summer program get to have fun filled days and special field trips. Club Members at our Evans Park Clubhouse in Santa Maria are having the best summer with field trips to some great kid-friendly hot spots! Thanks to the hardworking staff who put these trips together, Club kids got… Read more »
Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast is excited to announce that registration for its popular Winter Youth Basketball League will open on August 4th and run through August 29th. The league welcomes girls and boys in Kindergarten through 8th grade and offers a fun, inclusive environment for players of all skill levels. Game… Read more »
The Boys & Girls Club welcomed a special visit from the Central Coast Zoo (formerly the Charles Paddock Zoo) to the Tom Maas Clubhouse. Staff from the zoo brought along a group of incredible ambassador animals—including a tortoise, snake, lizard, and even a giant cockroach—for an exciting and educational live animal presentation.Our members were wide-eyed… Read more »
Kids from our Flamson Clubhouse had a recent field trip to the San Luis Obispo Botanical Garden and it was a fun-filled day full of exploration, learning, and connection with nature! The kids had an amazing time walking along the Human Sundial Trail, where they learned how to use their own shadow to tell time—such a cool and… Read more »
This Summer, our sports staff has brought a fun and engaging clinic to the Estabillo and Railroad sites, exclusively for our Summer Program club kids. We kicked things off with two weeks of basketball, followed by two weeks of volleyball. Now, we’re heading into our final stretch focused on flag football. Each week begins with… Read more »
It is with great pleasure, we award Christin McGee, People and Operations Manager, the Team Member of the month title. Christin brings so much joy to our team with her kindness and beautiful smile. She’s always ready to lend a helping hand whenever needed. Thank you, Christin, for everything you do, we appreciate you!
It is our great honor to host a Celebration of Life for longtime supporter and friend, Kathryn Bernard, on Sunday August 24th at the Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria. All are welcome to honor her life and legacy. Please RSVP to Linda Cordero or Mara Lillard by August 20th.
The Tom Maas Clubhouse Cooking Club was a delicious success as members made pancake tacos while learning about the importance of breakfast. Each child had the opportunity to safely prepare their own meal with staff supervision, building confidence and basic cooking skills. In the gardening and nature activity, youth created vases and cardboard trees, filling… Read more »
We honor the life and legacy of Kathryn Bernard, a longtime friend and unwavering supporter of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast. Kathryn was more than a donor—she was an advocate, an ambassador, and a passionate believer in the potential of young people. Her kindness, grace, and empathy shone through in everything… Read more »
This month, we’re thrilled to recognize Olivia and Jordann as our Team Members of the Month! Their creativity, dedication, and leadership shone brightly as they led the design and construction of an incredible float for the annual Santa Maria Elks Rodeo Parade. The farm-themed float left everyone in awe! From handcrafting cornstalks out of PVC… Read more »
In partnership with Lumina Alliance, teens at our Flamson Club participated in a three-day workshop onhealthy relationships. Day 1 focused on friendships and values.Teens worked in small groups to create an “Advertisement for a Friend,” identifying the traits they value in healthy friendships. Day 2 covered the differences between healthy and unhealthy behaviors in relationships…. Read more »
Self described “marketing nerds” the team at Torchlight Marketing have been donating their excellent digital marketing talents and expertise to our Clubs for years. They contribute hours of time each month ensuring our Google Ad Grant performs as well as possible, we show up in Google searches and on online mapping services, and help us… Read more »
The Ron Estabillo Clubhouse in Guadalupe hosted an Open House to celebrate the end of regular school year programming and launch the beginning of Summer programming. Parents and family of Club Members got to see projects and activities kids worked on during the year with a mini art gallery showcasing youth art and craft as… Read more »
This month at the McKenzie Club in Guadalupe was a truecelebration of music and talent. In partnership with Infinite Music, our violin students kicked things off with a stunning performance that showcased their dedication and musical progress. Later in the month, ourrock band and guitar students took the stagefor the entire school, delivering a show… Read more »
The Society of Women Engineers visited our Railroad Clubhouse and led an engaging STEM Lab session focused on engineering. They taught our Members how to design wind-powered cars, encouraging them to explore different sail shapes and materials. Members were excited and fully immersed in the creative process, using trial and error to design unique and… Read more »
In partnership with the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center, Club Members and staff of the Mary Buren Club in Guadalupe get to hike some of the most beautiful areas in our region. The weekly hiking program continues every Wednesday, led in partnership with the Dunes Center in Guadalupe as well as the Guadalupe School District who provides… Read more »
Club Members and staff in Santa Maria have been using their creativity and artistic talents to design and build our float for the annual Elks Rodeo Parade. We look forward to this annual tradition every summer and hope the judges think our float is the best in the Youth category. If you’re in Santa Maria… Read more »
The NextGen CEO cohort of Spring 2025 kicked off March 27, 2025, featuring over 20 student participants learning how to start and run their own business. NextGen CEO is a nine-week digital business education course that teaches kids the basics of starting their own business, courtesy of the Santa Maria Valley Chamber. The program is… Read more »
One of the Evans Park Club Members was apart of our NextGen CEO program. Gaby attended every session including our launch day event in which she made and sold bracelets! Over the six week course, she learned about bracelet making from her mom and by watching YouTube videos. She was very excited to formulate her… Read more »
Our annual Back a Youth Night at the Ron Estabillo Clubhouse in Guadalupe was a huge success, with 50 Club Kids and more than 30 mentors partnering up for an evening of fun activities! Kiwanis Club of Guadalupe treated everyone to a grilled hotdog dinner, completed with chips and sodas that participants got to enjoy… Read more »
Thanks to a partnership with Infinite Music, the Guadalupe Union School District and our Clubs at Mary Buren school and McKenzie Junioh High in Guadalupe, a number of our members exploring music programming were able to attend a James Taylor concert at the Santa Barbara Bowl! Club kids that were taking violin, ukulele and guitar… Read more »
The Ron Estabillo Club in Guadalupe tried something new with a “Picnic Day” and everyone had a ball! Kids brought their blankets and got to enjoy roasted hot dogs, a dance party, and even a photo booth. This was a unique event that even included parents. Even though the weather was such that the picnic… Read more »
Fourteen Team Members and our Board Chair were fortunate to attend the 119th National Boys & Girls Club Conference in San Diego in early May. It was a 3-day event packed with inspiring keynote speeches, motivational and informative break out sessions, rejuvenating meetings with Club staff from around the country and a wonderful opportunity for… Read more »
Nominated by Maria Avelar, Club Director at the Tom Maas Clubhouse in Paso Robles, this is what she has to say about the great work Shane does for our Clubs in North SLO: “Shane is one of the hardest-working individuals I’ve had the pleasure of working with. Whether he’s bringing in his own tools to… Read more »
We’re thrilled to share that the must! Charities Youth Board—an inspiring group of high school students dedicated to giving back—has raised an incredible $9,340 to support local youth-focused nonprofits, including the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast! This year, the Youth Board selected three nonprofits to support, and we’re honored to be one of… Read more »
Anti Bullying Pledge I pledge to speak up when I see bullying, reach out to others who are bullied, and be a friend whenever I see bullying.
The Keystone Teen Leadership program sponsored a “We OWN Fridays” teen night this month and it was a huge success! Our Keystone members organized a glow in the dark themed night where middle and high schoolers were invited to play games, get to know each other, and enjoy some delicious food. Some of the teens… Read more »
Itzel Casillas is a team member at the Shandon Club and exemplifies leadership skills such as taking initiative and constantly asking what she can help with, showing integrity by being fair and honest- aligning her words with her actions, being self-aware and responsible. She is an active listener in which she listens more than speaks… Read more »
Spring Break was full of cool spring and Earth Day themed activities for the Members at the Ron Estabillo Club. Between making faux flower vases, cooking, volleyball, basketball, and STEM projects the week was full of enriching and fun activities for local kids. Kids and staff enjoyed their full days together and are already excited… Read more »
With the help of board member, Daniel Rios, our teens had an opportunity to visit the Santa Maria Police Station and check out the crime lab. We were greeted and shown around by Sgt Diaz, who previously worked for the Boys & Girls Clubs in Guadalupe many years ago. Sgt Diaz showed us different departments… Read more »
Club Alumni treated current Club Members to an afternoon on the lanes enjoying bowling, pizza and lots of fun. Thanks to the Santa Maria Alumni group, current Club kids got a fun outing and got to spend time with Alumni who remember how important their Boys & Girls Clubs experience shaped their childhood. Everybody had… Read more »
We had the opportunity to take some of our teens to the California capital to do some advocacy work. We advocated to our congresspeople to fund and increase out of school time programs such as ELOP and ASES. On the first day of the event, all the teens learned about the different levels of advocacy… Read more »
This year’s Annual Spring Auction and Gala was the cat’s pajamas as the Great Gatsby-inspired event raised over $170,000 to support after school and out of school programs for kids. The Great Gatsby Gala was held on Saturday, March 29, at the Santa Maria Country Club, where a crowd of gorgeous guests slipped on their… Read more »
It has been an exciting time for our sports program as we kicked off the flag football season! With 18 co-ed teams spanning 1st to 8th grade, the energy and enthusiasm have been contagious. Games are underway, showcasing incredible teamwork and sportsmanship from all age groups. Matches are held at two field locations: Acquistapace Park… Read more »
Just in time for Spring, our 6-7 year old Members are learning about the butterfly lifecycle in our DIY STEM program. Over a few weeks, they are watching the caterpillars grow and change and are starting to understand the process of cocooning and, eventually, how a butterfly will develop. They are documenting what they see… Read more »
We are proud to recognize Patty Lopez as our February Staff Person of the Month. This honor is bestowed on one staff person from all of our service area after being nominated by their supervisor and selected by the Executive Team. Patty is a longtime staff member, serving at the Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria… Read more »
Thanks to an Ultimate Frisbee kit from Boys & Girls Clubs of America, the sport of Ultimate Frisbee has come to Guadalupe and the Ron Estabillo Club. The Ultimate Frisbee Club has 23 kids signed up and they have started learning the rules and tricks to be experts in the sport.
The NextGen CEO cohort of Spring 2025 kicked off March 27, 2025, featuring over 20 student participants learning how to start and run their own business. NextGen CEO is a nine-week digital business education course that teaches kids the basics of starting their own business, courtesy of the Santa Maria Valley Chamber. The program is… Read more »
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!!! This is the time when all Boys & Girls Clubs pick and showcase their Youth Of The Year (club Members ages 14 – 18) and Jr. Youth of the Year (Club Members ages 10 – 13)and we couldn’t be prouder of our Club Members representing us for… Read more »
At the elegant A Night in Paris awards dinner hosted by the Paso Robles Templeton Chamber of Commerce, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast received the prestigious Beautification Award for the Tom Maas Clubhouse. This honor recognizes the outstanding efforts put into creating a vibrant, welcoming space that not only serves local… Read more »
Along with over 300 Club staff and youth Members, our CEO, Maria Fabula, worked hard during the National Days of Advocacy in Washington, D.C. Together, they championed academic success, workforce readiness, and youth well-being—issues at the heart of Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s mission to ensure all kids have Great Futures. Our Clubs are… Read more »
To kick off Women’s History Month, the Women of Color Symposium was held at the beginning of March in San Luis Obispo. Leaders from a number of regional non profit agencies came together to discuss programs and share resources for all people in our community. Mina Donkor, Director of Teen Services for our Clubs made… Read more »
Our second session of Meet A Professional was with Police Lieutenant and BGCMCC Board Member, Danny Rios. Danny discussed his journey through working in different positions he’s held in the police force and skills he has learned along the way. He shared funny stories as well as some of the hard realities that come with… Read more »
February at the Tom Maas Boys & Girls Club was filled with hands-on learning, creativity, and skill-building activities that supported members’ overall development. Members engaged in various arts and crafts projects, such as creating flower hand bouquets, painting vases, and making love bug crafts, friendship bracelets, and molding clay creations. These activities strengthened fine motor… Read more »
Our annual Spring fundraiser–The Great Gatsby Gala–is coming to Santa Maria on March 29th and we couldn’t be more grateful for the local businesses who are supporting our fundraising efforts with their sponsorships! Special thanks to Dignity Health for being our major sponsor and sponoring the bar. Bar Sponsor Dignity Health Table Sponsor Pacific Premier… Read more »
The Evans Park Clubhouse in Santa Maria has been running the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s program Soccer for Success and it has been a huge hit! In this program, youth got to learn and practice soccer fundamentals and spent a lot of time outdoors playing this sport. They even got their own jerseys!
We spent President’s Day training or recertifying stasff CPR/First Aid in both our Paso Robles and Santa Maria regions. A total of 28 staff members completed their CPR/First Aid certifications. In Santa Maria, staff who didn’t need CPR training focused on program planning and participated in program training presentations. Meanwhile, in Paso, the staff participated… Read more »
Using candy, Club Members at our Flamson Club learned about the scientific method and how it relates to observing and learning. Kids assembled skittles in circle on plate, then put droppers of water on skittles and observed results.
Through our partnership with the Santa Barbara County Foodbank, we are able to offer our popular Kids Farmers Market at the Railroad Clubhouse. The Foodbank brings produce to the Clubhouse and Club Members get to learn about nutrition, do taste tests, and even get to do some food preparation with what is provided. They also… Read more »
The Flamson Clubs weekly Friday cooking classes with the middle schoolers are a great time to teach about responsibility in the kitchen setting. They learn cooking etiquette and as well as cooking hygiene rules. For the recent grilled cheese making classe we did assigned roles. We had two middle schoolers spreading butter onto the sour… Read more »
Every year in early Spring, Boys & Girls Clubs around the world nominate their Youth of the Year (ages 14+) and Jr. Youth of the Year (ages 10 -13). This isBGCA’s premier recognition program for Club Members and shows the winners as Members who embody the values of leadership & service, academic achievement, and healthy… Read more »
The month of February was a time when we partnered with two local chambers of commerce and got to show off our Clubs and programs to business leaders all over the Central Coast. Both the Tom Maas Clubhouse in Paso Robles and the Railroad Clubhouse in Santa Maria were able to showcase our great facilities… Read more »
We are proud to recognize Laura Vasquez as our January Staff Person of the Month. This honor is bestowed on one staff person from all of our service area after being nominated by their supervisor and selected by the Executive Team. Laura was nominated for this honor because of her flexibility and willingness to jump… Read more »
It is with heavy hearts that we share the sad news of the passing of our friend and coworker, Jasun Bautista. Jasun passed away on the morning of January 11th, 2025. Jasun was a valued member of our team, serving as a Youth Development Professional at our Club Sites, most recently at the Ron Estabillo… Read more »
Club Members celebrated MLK day at the Railroad Clubhouse, by watching an inspirational video of his famous, “I Have a Dream” speech. Kids did MLK activities in our Learning Center with our younger grades cutting and pasting words depending on where they should go while our older grades did a fun crossword worksheet and wrote… Read more »
The very fun financial literacy program, Sammy Rabbit Money School has come to the Evans Park Clubhouse! Through a partnership with United Way of Northern Santa Barbara County, this effective program helps kids learn important life skills about money and financial literacy. Our members who completed the Sammy Rabbit program had a small graduation where… Read more »
Roberto Rodriguez, the Chief Impact Officer for Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast, has been nominated to participate in the Vandenberg Space Force Base Honorary Commanders Program effective immediately. This two year program aims to enhance public understanding of VSFB’s mission and serve as a platform for exchanging ideas, experiences, and friendships between… Read more »
January was a very active month at theTom Maas Clubhouse in Paso Robles. From art, science, craft and physical activity there was nothing our Club Members missed! This month, Members took on the Spiderweb Challenge! They worked their way across a web of string stretched from wall to wall, building motor skills while having tons… Read more »
We take youth mental health very seriously and are thrilled to announce two of our Club Directors just earned their certifications in important youth mental health identification and response. We are grateful for their leadership in this area. This certification equips them with the skills to provide life-saving intervention and support to individuals experiencing thoughts of… Read more »
We kicked off our new program series “Meet A Professional” lwith our very own CEO, Maria Fabula. Meet A Professional is a monthly program for all local teens to meet local professionals across a variety of industries and fields to learn about careers on the Central Coast. Maria shared her knowledge and expertise in the… Read more »
Thanks to volunteers from Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) the kitchen at the Tom Maas Clubhouse in Paso Robles is cleaned, organized and ready to continue to be a place of learning, fun, and nourishment for the 100’s of Club Members who visit this site every week. PEO members from one of the Paso Robles branches,… Read more »
The full day program at the Ron Estabillo Club in Guadalupe was packed with fun and learning opportunities during the recent Winter break. Club kids enjoyed field trips to Rancho Bowl, the MOXI Museum in Santa Barbara and even a beach day! At the Clubhouse, Members did cooking classes, created art and learned life skills… Read more »
The MUST! Charities Youth Board Volunteer Fair is an event put on each year where different non-profits in the community do a short presentation to explain what they do and, most importantly, how the MUST! youth board members can get involved. We were fortunate to be able to present to this dynamic group of local… Read more »
After a national search, Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast is excited to announce the appointment of Deb Jeffers as the organization’s new Chief Advancement Officer. Jeffers brings extensive experience in nonprofit leadership, strategic fundraising, and community engagement, having most recently served with distinction at the American Cancer Society. In her role as… Read more »
For the end of Winter Break at the Railroad Club, the teens were more than excited to do a cooking activity. On the menu: hamburgers, with chips and a drink. Although staff supervised, all prep work and cooking were mostly done by the teens. We are looking forward to making cooking a regular activity for… Read more »
To kick off the new year, our Keystone Club hosted a College Night where mostly college freshmen came to speak with high schoolers about their experience in college so far. In partnership with Jeanette Blanco, our former Keystone advisor, we had in attendance five college students from Brown University, San Diego State, UC Berkeley, and… Read more »
Thanks to the generous donations of community supporters and staff, our Keystone Club was able to gift all the items on the wish list for our Christmas Gift Drive for the elderly at the Marian Extended Care Center in Santa Maria. Members helped wrap the presents during one our Keystone meetings and helped personally deliver… Read more »
The Viejitos Car Club from Santa Maria “cruised by” the Evans Park Clubhouse to create an amazing Christmas Party! The Car Club members generously donated toys, bikes and scooters. All of our Members were so lucky to be gifted this holiday season. Also grateful for the staff that helped decorate and set up to have… Read more »
Thanks to our friends at the Santa Maria Corvette Club, Santa made a special visit with LOTS of toys for the Members of our Railroad Clubhouse! With a present for every child, the Club members were beside themselves with excitement to recieve their gift and get to hug Santa!
Local youth artists will be showcased and celebrated at an exhibition featuring fine art created by Members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mid Central Coast beginning December 13th at the Santa Maria Town Center Mall. Every year, BGCMCC offers the National Fine Arts Program at all of its Club sites on the Central… Read more »
The annual “Parade of Lights” in Santa Maria was a wonderful opportunity to showcase our Clubs, our Club Members and our amazing staff! We created a winning float (2nd Place for Youth Organization) with the hardwork and dedication of a lot of staff and Club Members. It’s a night our kids look forward to every… Read more »
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