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BGCGW Shared Services
4103 Benning Road, NE
Washington, DC 20019
202-540-2300

Pandit Wright

12
Jun

ThermoFisher Scientific Ignites Scientific Curiosity in BGCGW Youth

More than 40 young minds from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington (BGCGW) were inspired to see themselves as future scientists, thanks to a hands-on STEM event led by 16 enthusiastic volunteers from ThermoFisher Scientific. During the event, youth explored the fascinating world of chemistry by conducting the “elephant toothpaste” experiment—an exothermic reaction […]

03
Jun

Game Room Revitalized at George M. Ferris Clubhouse 6

George M. Ferris Clubhouse 6 recently unveiled a newly upgraded game room, thanks to a generous donation from former Club Kid and elite basketball coach Chris Matthews. The space now features a large-screen television, multiple PlayStation 5 consoles, an air hockey table, mini basketball games, and arcade machines. The transformation has created an exciting, welcoming […]

03
Jun

BGCGW Celebrates the Class of 2025 at Senior Salute

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington recently held its annual Senior Salute, honoring 15 to 20 graduating seniors who have demonstrated growth, leadership, and commitment throughout their time at the Club. This year’s Class of 2025 includes future lawyers, servicemembers, and scientists, representing a diverse group of young people preparing to make their mark […]

09
May

8th ANNUAL BLUEFEST GALA NETS OVER  $1.2 MILLION 

Press Inquiries & Media Contact:  Whitney Guilford   202.904.0664  wguilford@bgcgw.org    GALA HONORING OUTSTANDING ALUMNI NETS OVER   $1.2 MILLION FOR BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER WASHINGTON   Fundraiser highlights long-term positive impact of organization on youth in the D.C. Metropolitan area   WASHINGTON, D.C., May 9, 2025 – Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington (BGCGW) netted over […]

05
May

Youth Learn Financial Literacy Through Reality Store: Adulting 101

The gym at Clubhouse 14 was buzzing with energy on Friday evening as approximately 70 youth members from Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington (BGCGW) gathered for an immersive learning experience: Reality Store: Adulting 101. Representing all three BGCGW regional areas, teens from the Martin K. Alloy Club (Manassas, VA), Germantown Club, Jelleff Club […]

30
Apr

JELLEFF COMMUNITY BBQ

Support Georgetown’s Jelleff Boys & Girls Club! Jelleff Boys & Girls Club has been serving the Georgetown community for nearly 100 years. Open when schools are closed, we are a nurturing safety net after school, during school breaks, and in the summer through camps. JELLEFF BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS BACKGROUND In 1931, the Jelleff Recreation […]

25
Apr

From the Club to the Big Stage: Alumni Leading in Media, Sports, and Education

= Kahlil Greene, Michael Locksley, and Richard Dyer exemplify the life long impact of Boys & Girls Clubs—and how early opportunities can shape extraordinary futures. The Boys & Girls Clubs have always been more than a place to go after school—they’re a foundation for confidence, leadership, and purpose. Across generations, Club alumni have gone on […]

21
Apr

From Club Kid to Club Leader: Nola Payton’s Journey Comes Full Circle

Nola P. spent over nine years at the General Heiser Club, where she found more than just a place to go after school—she found a community. “I always looked forward to going because I knew I’d get to have fun, laugh, and make memories with my friends,” she says. The Club became a space where […]

11
Apr

Alum Achievements: Celebrating the Tremendous Accomplishments of Abigail A. 

From her years as a Club kid to leading impactful community initiatives, Abigail has consistently embraced the values she learned at Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington. As the 2023 Southeast Regional Youth of the Year, and now a sophomore at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), she continues to inspire others with her drive and […]

10
Apr

Alston Waller, from Club Youth to Dunbar Alexandria-Olympic Clubhouse Director

Alston Waller, Club Director at the Dunbar Alexandria-Olympic Club, is another example of a dedicated leader who makes a lasting impact on youth. Like Bob, Alston’s journey with the Boys & Girls Club started when he was a Club kid. He credits the Club for changing his life and is now committed to providing that […]

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