 President Rick McLeod proudly announces Drug Free Rogers Lowell, formed in 1998 by the Rogers- Lowell Chamber of Commerce as a drug-free workplace task force, will now join with Boys & Girls Club of Benton County. The organization's new name is Drug Free Benton County. Mr. McLeod commented, "This partnership is a perfect fit for our community outreach mission. While the Rogers-Lowell Chamber of Commerce has been an exemplary partner in the past, the Boys & Girls Club has a strong presence throughout the County and works specifically with our target audience."
The task force's mission was to advocate for legislation allowing drug testing in Arkansas workplaces and provide incentives to businesses implementing drug-free policies. This legislation was passed and the mission was expanded to reduce the demand of illegal drugs in the home, workplace and community. There have been many accomplishments over these years including educational efforts have reached thousands of students primarily in grades 6-8.
Boys and Girls Club Chief Professional Officer Jacob Hutson commented, "We believe this partnership with Drug Free Benton County will benefit the community. Each organization can better leverage ongoing programs together instead of duplicating efforts. This collaboration will also strengthen prevention efforts and decrease youth substance abuse. "
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Smile for a Lifetime Partners with
Boys & Girls Club of Benton County
Smile for a Lifetime foundation recruits volunteer orthodontist to help repair the teeth of kids with orthodontic issues. Kids self-confidence and image can be greatly affected by their appearance. The foundation looks for organization that serves kids and partners with them to identify youth that need tooth repair and who otherwise couldn't afford the service. To learn more, watch the above video.
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Bill & Rhonda Adams Donate to the Club
Bill & Rhonda Adams, owners of the Vendor Consulting Group ([email protected]) and the Flaps Down Grill, have opened their hearts to the children of Benton County and given a generous donation of $10,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of Benton County. The significant donation will assist the Club to expand programs that develop healthy children who are successful in school and make positive life choices.
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The Rogers Unit is in the midst of a total makeover thanks to grant funds from Lowe's Home Improvement and other donations. A volunteer group from Walmart Global Integrated Processes came to the Club to lend a hand. The team helped to complete some of the facility rehabilitation projects such as replacing ceiling tiles, painting, storage room clean up, and putting together new storage units. Additionally they helps out individual families by taking donated items to our Club members' homes. Thank you everyone for giving so much!!.
Amazing Video of Club Impact
Watch this video of youth and their parents telling their story of how the Club has affected their life. They speak of everything from food security to role models and making good choices.
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Carl & Alleen McKinney Unit "Top 10"  The top ten homework achievers for the month of August at the McKinney Unit of the Boys & Girls Club of Benton county were (top row pictured left to right) Mr. Cody (Learning Center staff), Mickee Fincher, Mr Sam, (Learning Center staff), Roslin Estepp, Madison Burger, Faith Rich (bottom row from left to right) Mahriya Cravens, Joclyn Cummings, Eva Harp, Ciera Cravens, and Lelani Mack. Congratulations to these high achieving youth!
Keystone Club Member "Fernie" Gets National Attention  "Fernie", a new member of the Boys & Girls Club of Benton County Keystone Club, shared some comments on the national My Club, My Life website. The following is an excerpt from her comments. "The impact my Club has had on me is insanely awesome, considering I recently joined. Becoming part of Keystone opened up a whole new world for me, in the aspects of being able to help, considering my future, being selfless without thinking and learning new skills for life. I'm going into my freshmen year of high school and joining the Club made me realize that it's never too early to take a look into your future. I have met amazing friends that have had nothing but a positive effect in my life and that I've shared endless laughs with. When you know about something truly great, you just want to share it with everyone around you. There are so many great opportunities and things at the Club that are life changing, like Keystone. We should all involve as many people as we can to make it even better!" To read her entire comments go HERE.
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Please Welcome These New Members of the Board of Directors
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Maria has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and is fully bilingual in English and Spanish. Her corporate experience includes 10 years at Walt Disney World in Orlando where she worked in Retail Management, Human Resources, Public Relations, and Marketing. Maria was relocated to NWA by Walmart in May 2000. There she worked for the Wal-Mart Foundation and International Corporate Affairs. Maria joined Lindsey and Associates in February 2009.
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Mark Malo
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Mark has over 20 years experience working in consumer packaged goods. In 1998, Mark transitioned to sales where he worked with North American retailers. He relocated back to NW Arkansas in late 2012 for his current role as Vice President of Clorox's Global Walmart business. In addition to serving on numerous boards, Mark Chaired the Human Resources Board Committee of Stewardship Ontario.
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Jenni Pustinger
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Jenni holds B.S. Science in Pharmacy. Jenni has been a partner in a major advertising firm, she is well versed in brand management and has done marketing for major corporations. She currently is the Senior Marketing Director for The Hershey Company. She is responsible for all shopper marketing strategies, plans and executions. Jenni also runs marathons and is a photographer and jewelry maker.
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 When you shop at Amazon, use Amazon Smile and 5% of your purchase will be donated to programs for our kids. Click on the link & bookmark the page for your next online shopping event.
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DEVELOPING HEALTHY CHILDREN
WHO ARE SUCCESSFUL IN SCHOOL &
MAKE POSITIVE LIFE CHOICES
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August '14 Youth of the Month
 Isaac Howard - Rogers
Bianca Anderson - McKinney
Patrick Morrison - HLM Teen Center
Noah Holt - Bella Vista
The Carl & Alleen McKinney Charitable Trust supports the McKinney & the HLM  Youth Center's art programs. A $9,564 grant will enable more than 350 youth to access art program each after school and summer day. We are very thankful for the continuing support of the McKinney Trust for the children of Benton County! Save the Date: 
The Boys & Girls Club of Benton County is
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