Washington State Youth of the Year is almost here! The four-day event is full of leadership development and fun! WA YOY finalists from traditional and military Clubs will meet in Olympia for a breakfast reception at the Governor’s Mansion, where Governor Inslee is confirmed to make an appearance. Teens will get an opportunity to tour the […]
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2023 Days of Advocacy
Boys & Girls Club CEOs, board members and leadership staff gathered in Olympia on January 24th through 26th to advocate with their elected officials for the creation of Youth Development infrastructure with the Department of Commerce, as well as a couple of important Club priorities in children’s and teens’ mental health and academic success. With over […]
A Letter from the Executive Director
The Washington State Association of Boys & Girls Clubs was created to deepen Clubs’ impact, amplify our mission, and garner additional public and private resources to further Clubs’ work in local communities. At the end of 2022, the outcomes of the Association’s work are shining brightly while casting a great spotlight on the life-changing work […]
Amerigroup Holiday Card Contest
Every year, Amerigroup runs its Holiday Card Contest for youth. Kids from Boys & Girls Clubs across Washington participate and one lucky winner is chosen to receive a $50 Target gift card and 20 prints of their card to share with friends and family. Two runners-up receive Target gift cards and prints of their creations […]
Ballmer Group Makes a Historic Investment in Boys & Girls Clubs in WA
Boys & Girls Clubs of Washington State Association announced the largest grant in its history—athree-year, $17,975,000 investment from Ballmer Group. The award underscores Boys & Girls Clubs’ leadership role in youth development in WA and nationally. This investment will provide general operating support of Boys & Girls Clubs’ 14 member organizations. A multi-year investment, this […]
New Partnership with Molina Healthcare Covers Club Registration Fees for Their Apple Health Members
Molina Healthcare was founded in 1980 by an emergency room physician with a mission to provide quality health care to those who needed it, no matter the circumstances. Molina Healthcare of Washington has been caring for individuals and families across the state of Washington for over 21 years. Today, Molina Healthcare of Washington serves over 1 million members, including over […]