Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston’s (BGCGH) eighth annual Sporting Clays Tournament on Nov. 17, presented by Troy Construction, brought in a record $309,000 to provide critical funds supporting Boys & Girls Clubs in five counties. The monies raised ensure that the Clubs will be able to continue to provide essential programming after school and in the summer to children and teens who need it the most. Additional sponsors included Momentum Midstream – Golf Cart […]
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston members receive surprise shopping spree at Academy Sport + Outdoors as part of the ACLS “Texas Showdown”
Friendly competition with Boys & Girls Clubs of Tarrant County adds to the fun To celebrate the ACLS “Texas Showdown” between the Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers in the American League Championship Series, Academy Sports + Outdoors hosted a surprise shopping spree on Oct. 17 for 15 members of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston. These kids and teens also participated in a shopping challenge against the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tarrant County in […]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston’s Rise and Shine Breakfast draws 300 guests and honors Carolyn and Matt Khourie with the “Carol Freeman Volunteer of the Year Award”
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston’s “Rise and Shine Breakfast” honoring Carolyn Khourie and Matt Khourie got more than 300 early birds up and out the door to River Oaks Country Club to celebrate the recipients and learn more about BGCGH programs. Mr. and Mrs. Khourie, long-time volunteers and supporters of Boys & Clubs of Greater Houston, received the “Carol Freeman Volunteer of the Year Award” for their roles in advancing the mission and expanding the reach […]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston receives awards from Boys & Girls Clubs of America at Southwest Leadership Conference in Dallas
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH) has been honored with three prestigious awards from Boys & Girls Clubs of America during the recent Southwest Leadership Conference held in Dallas Aug. 22 – Aug. 25. BGCGH was recognized for its outstanding contributions to the larger organization and for its commitment to empowering and enhancing the lives of young individuals in the Houston-area community. The Blue Spirit Award was presented to BGCGH President & CEO […]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston presents 8th Annual Sporting Clays Tournament and fundraiser
Event is on Friday, Nov. 17 at Greater Houston Sports Club WHAT: Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH) presents the 8th Annual Sporting Clays Tournament on Nov. 17 at Greater Houston Sports Clubs with proceeds benefiting BGCGH programs which help keep Club members on track for success and bright futures. This popular event will feature breakfast, lunch, prizes, a silent auction and other fun activities. Individuals and corporate teams are encouraged to sign up. […]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston opens fall registration for afterschool programs for 2023-2024 school year
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH) announces registration is now open for its fall afterschool programs at 24 different clubs in a five-county area, beginning on Aug. 3 and running throughout the school year. The hours of operation are 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. As the region’s leading youth development organization, BGCGH, has achieved an enviable record of creatively engaging, educating and empowering youth in ways that improve their chances […]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston hosts national webinar at Galveston’s Reedy Chapel AME to celebrate historical significance of Juneteenth holiday
Other events also planned Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH), in conjunction with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, will host a national livestreamed webinar at Galveston’s Reedy Chapel A.M.E. Church on Thursday, June 15 from noon to 1:30 p.m. CT to celebrate the historical significance of Juneteenth, which had its origin in Galveston. Reedy Chapel was one of the locations in which General Order #3 was read on June 19, 1865, announcing […]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston recommends summer activities for physical and mental stimulation for children and teens
With summer upon us, parents are looking for ways to keep kids active and engaged, both physically and mentally. Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston, the area’s leading youth development organization, offers practical tips for parents during the summer months, when the heat often keeps people indoors. To achieve good health and fitness, kids should eat nutritious foods and stay active. Movement is key. To keep the body fit: Walk or ride a bicycle […]
Ky’Saan Piatti named 2023 Julius Young Youth of the Year for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston at celebration dinner on Feb. 17
Program underwritten by Chevron for the fifth consecutive year Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston (BGCGH) announces that Ky’Saan Piatti, a member of the Houston Texans Teen Club and a senior at Booker T. Washington High School, was named BGCGH’s 2023 Julius Young Youth of the Year during the annual Youth of the Year dinner held February 17 at the Junior League of Houston. The Youth of the Year Program, underwritten by Chevron for […]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston Opens New club at Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School
Will provide support for students after school and during the summer months More than 125 people gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony on Feb. 8 to inaugurate the newest Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston club, now open at Cristo Rey Jesuit College Preparatory School in Southeast Houston. The festive event in the school gymnasium included officials and board members from Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Houston, Cristo Rey Jesuit leaders, Houston City […]